Two hundred years after the launch of their amazing expedition, this giant screen film authentically recreates the incredible journey of American explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. With the help of breathtaking images and the meticulous research done for the film, students will be able to experience first-hand the adventure, danger and beauty of the uncharted West as it unfolded before the eyes of Lewis & Clark.

Viewers will gain knowledge about the Louisiana Purchase and other historical events that led President Jefferson to assign these two men to such a daunting task; and audiences will learn about the incredible scientific, geological, and geographical discoveries the pair made along the way. The film also explores Native American culture of the time, including an in-depth look at the life of Sacagewea, the Shoshone woman who guided the duo and their Corps of Discovery from the Missouri River to the Pacific Ocean and back.



LEWIS & CLARK: GREAT JOURNEY WEST
National Geographic's Web site in support of "Lewis & Clark: Great Journey West" features a variety of lesson plans for students in grades 3-8.

LEWIS & CLARK: THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE
A TIME magazine special report

THE LEWIS & CLARK JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY
This highly informative site features an interactive map, in-depth history of the journey, details about the Corps of Discovery and their ample findings, and more.

DISCOVERING LEWIS & CLARK
An interactive workshop providing an overview of the journey of Lewis & Clark, including journal excerpts.

LEWIS & CLARK: NATIONAL HISTORIC TRAIL
This National Park Service site features official maps, facility information, and general information about the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail.

PBS ONLINE - LEWIS & CLARK
This companion site to the Ken Burns film, "Lewis & Clark: The Journey of the Corps of Discovery" includes an expedition archive and insight from present-day experts.