Exploring the Unknown American West
with Meriwether Lewis
Join the Corps of Discovery Wednesday February 22, from 5 – 7 pm in the Greeley West High School auditorium for an exciting blend of stories and song, journal excerpts and American Indian folklore. Equal parts stand-up comedy and musical theater, this program focuses one of the greatest scientific minds in Early American history, as Meriwether Lewis reveals for the first time many of the scientific findings of the Corps of Discovery.
Encountering grizzly bears and collecting soil samples, capturing prairie dogs and hunting for antelope, Lewis catalogued 122 new animal species and 178 new plants. In this original performance Lewis sings the praises of the geology, diverse flora and fauna, and the web of life that binds us to the land. The expedition was first and foremost a scientific expedition and this program brings the scientific process to life. This presentation is a compelling portrayal that reveals Lewis not only as a brilliant commander, dedicated scientist, consummate frontiersman and savvy businessman, but also as a troubled soul. You’ll laugh – you’ll be challenged – you’ll have lots of questions. And Meriwether Lewis will answer them.
This exciting evening will begin with music, light refreshments, and a presentation from a Young Chautauqua scholar, and will conclude with the announcement of the theme and character line-up for High Plains Chautauqua 2023!
Tickets are $20 each. (Discount pricing is available for students and their families.) Please purchase tickets in advance.
To learn more about, or sponsor, High Plains Chautauqua, contact program coordinator Jennifer Macias at jennifer@coloradohumanities.org
Production of High Plains Chautauqua is a year-round labor of love. Contributions from friends and enthusiasts have enabled this program to become one of the foremost living history events nationwide. Since its beginning in 2000, HPC has flourished as a result of broad community support from local schools, volunteers, sponsors, thousands of attendees, and donors like you.
Thank you for donating today. Your gift is greatly appreciated.
501(c)(3) nonprofit Colorado Humanities administers donations for High Plains Chautauqua.
Join us this summer!
High Plains Chautauqua 2023 will take place July 31 – August 3. This unique combination of history and theater delivers education and entertainment in an engaging and memorable way. Events will take place on the campus of Aims Community College, and in other locations around Greeley. All events are open to the public and free of charge.
Revisit this page soon for this year’s theme, and updates on featured scholars!
