March 2003, Volume 3, Issue 3
LEWIS & CLARK ON EXPERIENCE WASHINGTON'S WEBSITE
Below you will find the industry link to Experience Washington, the official
website of Washington State Tourism. Scroll down and click on "Lewis and Clark Forms" to search
for and post bicentennial related events.
Appropriate events to post on the industry website include those of general public interest. Events appropriate to submit for the electronic newsletter's events and dates page would be those related to training, conferences, request for information, availability of resources and news.
http://www.experiencewashington.com/industry/IndustryPageSections_pid-102600.html
If you have any questions regarding searching for or posting events, please contact Linda Mitchell at lindami@cted.wa.gov.
WASHINGTON STATE BICENTENNIAL RESOURCE DIRECTORY NOW AVAILABLE
The Bicentennial Resource Directory for Washington State is now available. The resource booklet guides you through the exciting developments occurring around Washington State for the commemoration of the 200th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
The resource information included covers the key initiatives, activities, projects, and developments being undertaken by state agencies to date. It also lists the people and organizations spearheading these efforts at the state level, as well as local coordinators and tribal representatives.
To request a directory, call 1.800.544.1800 and ask for the Lewis and Clark Resource Guide.
ANNUAL CONVENTION OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF THE LEWIS & CLARK BICENTENNIAL - GREAT FALLS, MONTANA
If you, your community or your organization are planning an event commemorating the Bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition then you must attend the Annual Convention of the National Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial this April 13-16 in Great Falls, Montana. The programs will focus on the "nuts and bolts" of organizing a successful public commemorative event. There are multiple sessions on security, tribal events, hospitality, collaboration, money and finance, plus opportunities to quiz organizers of the marvelous kick off event held at Monticello in January.
There will be opportunities to see the Lewis and Clark sites in the Great Falls area, lots of great food, special speakers and camaraderie with colleagues of like concerns and interests. It is agreed that the story of the Lewis and Clark Expedition is a vital chapter in American history. Taking that message to the public, though, demands attention to detail. This conference will provide information about those vital details that are so very crucial to successful events.
The conference starts with a pre-workshop session on fundraising, a tour of local historic sites, a matinee presentation by Clay Jenkinson and a Jeffersonian welcome dinner on Sunday, April 13. Convention workshops begin promptly on Monday, April 14 at 8:30am and end with an evening banquet and gala on Wednesday, April 16.
For registration information, go to www.lewisandclark200.org. You can also contact Peggy Bourne at 406.455.8451 or by e-mail at pbourne@ci.great-falls.mt.us with any questions.
CONFLUENCE OF CULTURES SYMPOSIUM
The Montana Lewis & Clark Bicentennial Commission and the University of Montana-Missoula invite you to particpate in an international conference designed to examine new perspectives about Lewis and Clark. This conference shares Indian perspectives about the Lewis and Clark Expedition and examines how culture and lifestyle have changed for American Indian tribes over the past 200 years
.Designed to both educate and entertain, this conference features presentations by renowned experts, performance art, visual art, and a traditional Native American meal.
The conference is May 28-30, 2003 at The University of Montana in Missoula, Montana. Thanks to conference sponsors, the Early Bird conference registration fee is only $25 through April 27, 2003. This fee includes refreshments each day and one traditional meal.
To register for "A Confluence of Cultures," go on-line at: http://www.umt.edu/cultures/. For more information, call 406.243.6093.
CORPS OF DISCOVERY II TOUR DATES FOR 2003
Corps II opened at Monticello, home of President Thomas Jefferson, on Jan. 14, 2003, for the opening of the Bicentennial of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The exhibit remained in Virginia through February with stops at Charlottesville and Lynchburg, before moving to Washington, D.C. for a stay on the Capitol Mall from March 4-24. The remaining schedule for 2003 is as follows:
- Harper's Ferry, WVA - March 28-April 18
- Huntingdon, PA - Apr 23 - May 3
- Philadelphia, PA - May 9 - 20
- Baltimore, MD - May 25 - June 1
- Orange (Montpelier), VA - June 7 - 15
- Wheeling, WVA - June 21 - 29
- Pt. Marion, PA - July 4 - 11
- Woodsfield, OH - July 16 - 20
- Huntington, WV - July 26 - 31
- Indianapolis, IN (State Fair) - Aug 6 - 17
- Pittsburgh, PA - Aug 23 - Sep 7
- Ashland, KY - Sep 13 - 17
- Rising Sun, IN - Sep 22 - 28
- Maysville, KY- Oct 3 - 8
- Louisville, KY - Oct 14 -19
- Clarksville, IN - Oct 23 - 28
- Henderson, KY - Nov 2 - 6
- Paducah - Nov 11 - 16
- Cairo, IL - Nov 20 - 24
- Cape Girardeau, MO - Nov 30 - Dec 4
- Chester, IL - Dec 8 -13
The 2004-06 schedules are currently being designed by the transportation contractor and the NPS using state coordinators' recommendations for stops within each state. Timing for set-up, driving time and route planning weighed against the logistics of Corps II and DOT regulations are being considered. The schedules are expected to be completed in line with the following dates: 2004 - by the end of March; 2005 - by the end of April; 2006 by the end of May.
To view the on-line version of the schedule, go to www.nps.gov/lecl.
LEWIS AND CLARK BICENTENNIAL SOURCEBOOK
The Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Sourcebook has been compiled to assist states, tribes, and communities in locating potential and existing sources of federal, state, and philanthropic support for Bicentennial projects. While this publication is by no means an exhaustive compilation of the existing programs that could be used in connection with the Bicentennial commemoration, the Sourcebook contains more than 250 entries from a wide variety of federal and state government agencies and philanthropic organizations.
An updated version of the Sourcebook is available at both the Department of the Interior's website (www.doi.gov) and the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Council's website (www.lewisandclark200.org).
JOURNALS OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK EXPEDITION ONLINE PROJECT
Discover America's epic by visiting the Journals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition Online Project, a free and highly accessible website based on Gary E. Moulton's celebrated edition of the Lewis and Clark journals. Initially offering almost two hundred pages from volume four, the site will eventually feature the full text of the journals---almost five thousand pages. Also view a gallery of images and hear acclaimed poet William Kloefkorn reading selected passages. With a focus on full-text searchability and ease of navigation, the Journals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition Online Project is a useful tool for students and scholars and an engaging website for the general public.
To view the project, go to http://lewisandclarkjournals.unl.edu.
TRIBAL TOURISM TOOLKIT
The National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers (NATHPO) announces THE publication of the Tribal Tourism Toolkit for the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial and Other Tribal Opportunities.
A limited number of printed copies are available, but you can view and download the Toolkit on the internet. To do so, go to NATHPO's website at www.nathpo.org. One of the special features of the online version may be found by clicking on *Special* Live Internet Guide for Financial and Technical Assistance. When reading the online text, you can click on the underlined websites to be automatically redirected.
PRESERVE AMERICA EXECUTIVE ORDER BY PRESIDENT BUSH AND FIRST LADY'S COMMENTS
To read President Bush's Executive Order regarding Preserve America, please go to: http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2003/03/20030304-9.html
To read the First Lady's speech regarding Preserve America, please go to: http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/releases/2003/03/20030303-2.html
Interested parties should contact their local federal agency representatives to better understand how their local historical preservation goals might be attained as a result of this new Executive Order from President Bush.
HONORARY CHAIR FOR LEWIS AND CLARK BICENTENNIAL
The National Council of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial is pleased to announce First Lady Laura Bush has agreed to serve as Honorary Chair of the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial. The Council has been working with the Office of Honorary Chairs and Awards and the Office of the Counsel to the President and is pleased that approval has been granted.
WEBSITES OF THE MONTH
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UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
April 1 - June 1, 2003
Northwest History Spring Celebration
(previously called Vancouver Area Bicentennial Kick-Off)
Several events are planned.
Contact: Arlene Johnson 360.906.7119
www.lewisandclark-clark.org
April 8, 2003
Lower Columbia River Water Trail Meeting
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Bonneville Lock and Dam
Auditorium Building
Cascade Locks, OR 97014
Contact Chris Hathaway
503.226.1565 ext. 228
hathaway.chris@lcrep.org
April 9, 2003
Agency Assistance Team (AAT -
for the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial)
Monthly Meeting
9:00 am to 12:00 pm (approx.)
State Capital Museum, Coach House
211 West 21st Ave, Olympia
mvessey@wshs.wa.gov
April 14-16, 2003
Annual Convention of The National Council of the Lewis & Clark Bicentennial
Great Falls, Montana
Registration information at www.lewisandclark200.org.
Contact Peggy Bourne at 406.455.8451
pbourne@ci.great-falls.mt.us
April 30, 2003
Washington Lewis and Clark
Advisory Committee (Statutory Committee)
Meeting in Olympia, Washington
Contact Mark Vessey at 360.586.0219 or
mvessey@wshs.wa.gov
April 30, 2003
Washington Lewis and Clark
Trail Local Coordination Meeting
2:30pm to 5:00pm
State Capital Museum, Coach House
211 West 21st Ave, Olympia
Contact Judy Lorenzo at 360.705.7274
May 7, 2003
Agency Assistance Team (AAT -
for the Lewis and Clark Bicentennial)
Monthly Meeting
10:00 am to 1:00 pm (approx.)
State Capital Museum, Coach House
211 West 21st Ave, Olympia
Contact Mark Vessey at 360.586.0219
May 13, 2003
Lower Columbia River Water Trail Meeting
Portland/Vancouver Area
Location to be determined
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Contact Chris Hathaway
503.226.1565 ext. 228
hathaway.chris@lcrep.org
May 14, 2003
Vancouver Clark County Bicentennial Kick-off
Vancouver, WA
Contact Arlene Johnson 360.906.7119
www.lewisandclark-clark.org
May 28-30, 2003
Confluence of Cultures Symposium
The University of Montana, Missoula, Montana
Registration information at http://www.umt.edu/cultures/.
Contact 406.243.6093.
Thanksgiving Weekend 2005
Destination Pacific 2005 - Bicentennial Signature Event
Pacific County, Washington and Clatsop County, Oregon
Look for more information in the future.
PLEASE LOOK for additional information and updates on Bicentennial planning activities and projects in next month's e-newsletter.
ALSO - if you have articles or news-worthy information that you would like to contribute to this e-newsletter or to Washington's quarterly bicentennial newsletter, please Contact Mandi Roberts at Otak 206-442-1369 or mandi.roberts@otak.com.
The Washington State Historical Society, lead agency of the state's Agency Assistance Team (AAT) for bicentennial planning, will send this newsletter via e-mail on a monthly basis to provide updates on events, projects, and activities going on around the state in preparation for the commemoration.
Your name is in the state's Lewis and Clark Trail database as someone who has expressed interest in the bicentennial and/or who has attended public meetings during the past three years. If you do not want to continue to receive this newsletter and/or other bicentennial communications, reply to this e-mail or contact Mark Vessey at the Heritage Resource Center 360-586-0219.
The AAT will continue to publish and mail out the quarterly "hard copy" newsletters in addition to this electronic communication.