“When we look at this place, we reflect back in time, not just 200 years but deeper, we look at it from the different cultures that have lived here as well as the ecological history…
Lewis and Clark considered the Nez Perce (Niimíipuu) one of the most friendly and helpful tribes encountered during their expedition. In October 1805, Chief Wearkoomt, or “Flint Necklace,” had accompanied Lewis and Clark and the…