Pacific Northwest Kiwanis Convention 2008

Suggested Self Guided Tours -

Sacajawea Interpretive Center

On May 14, 1804, the Lewis and Clark Expedition left Camp Dubois (Illinois) and headed west into half a continent of land largely unmapped and unknown to people of the United States and Europe. As the Corps of Discovery set out, no one realized the journey ahead would cover more than 7,500 miles and last almost two and half years.

On Oct. 16, 1805, the Expedition arrived at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia rivers, the site of today's Sacajawea State Park. They camped here for two nights, hunting, repairing equipment and meeting some 200 Sahaptin-speaking Indians in the area.

The Sacajawea State Park and Interpretive Center features the Lewis and Clark Room which tells the remarkable story of these early explorers. The exhibits highlight their activities at this site and the role of their interpreter, Sacagawea.

Camping Reservations

         The Sacajawea Interpretive Center is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. It closes for the season Nov. 1. The center features interactive displays that tell the story of the Lewis and Clark Expedition through the experiences of Sacagawea, the young Shoshone Indian woman who accompanied the expedition. The new exhibits relate what is known about her life before, during and after the Expedition. A river beach and children's playground equipment are additional park features.

         A traditional Wanapum native village has been re-created at Sacajawea State Park, by the Wanapum Band of Native Americans, Grant County PUD and the Wanapum Heritage Center. Guided tours 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays.

The Columbia River Exhibition of History, Science, and Technology is a museum and a science center created to tell the dynamic story of the Columbia Basin and surrounding region. This facility features a variety of two- and three- dimensional exhibits and displays. Visitors will be entertained with interactive, hands-on displays and activities.

From primitive irrigation systems to the development and use of robotics, you will enjoy a fascinating journey through the unique Columbia Basin region. In one afternoon you can:

         •         Explore the trails of Lewis and Clark

         •         Discover the unique history and geology of the Columbia River

         •         Experience the new exhibit "Connections", which shows technology developed at Hanford and how it is benefiting many areas of life

         •         Follow the history of the Hanford area from the town of White Bluffs through the Manhattan Project

         •         Explore hydroelectric power and Hanford Reach history.

Hours:10 am to 5 pm Monday-Saturday, Noon to 5 pm Sunday. Closed major holidays.

Location

95 Lee Blvd

Richland Washington 99352

Phone

509-943-9000

Information

877-789-9935

Fax

509-943-1770

Email

gwen@crehst.org

Website

http://www.crehst.org