Big Medicine: York Outdoors is a 30-minute documentary produced by Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail in partnership with NEW Multimedia. 

The film follows eight adventurers on a four-day river expedition along the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument in Montana, a rugged and beautiful landscape traversed by the historic Lewis and Clark Expedition of 1803-1806. While following in the footsteps of the Corps of Discovery, the film highlights York's significant contributions and expands the narrative of his story, making connections between his legacy and the value of recreation access today. 

Zachary Stocks, executive director of Oregon Black Pioneers and film participant, will discuss the life of York and his place within national African American history in conversation with Eliza Canty-Jones, chief program officer of Oregon Historical Society.  

Enjoy 15% off your hotel stay on History Pub nights! Show your ticket at check-in.

These events are open to everyone interested in Pacific Northwest history, and beyond! Often co-sponsored by local or state historical and civic organizations, we bring you experts, scholars, first-person experiencers, historians and documentaries expounding on topics from indigenous history to the birth of Portland, early explorers to hop growing, and on and on! It's like being back in the classroom - except this time you get to settle into comfortable seats and enjoy a drink or two with dinner while you listen and learn.

This event is eligible for a History Pub Stamp