Trails Across Missouri and Beyond

Missouri’s Journey to 250

Follow the trails and rivers that carried people, stories and dreams west in early America through a short presentation and drop-in activity stations. Imagine the journeys of Native Americans, French and Spanish traders and new settlers. Presented by storyteller and educator Sarah Poff in partnership with the Columbian Chapter, NSDAR. A part of the "Missouri's Journey to 250" series. All ages.

Follow the paths that carried people, stories and dreams west in early America through a short presentation and activity stations provided by storyteller and educator Sarah Poff in partnership with the Columbian Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR). Step into the journeys of Native Americans, French and Spanish traders and new settlers along the Missouri River, the Boonslick and the great westward trails. 

Hands-on activities include:

• Travel west like the Lewis and Clark Expedition — crawl across the vintage map and follow the river as far as you can. Guide your little boat all the way to the Pacific, just like they did, and let your imagination lead the way.
• Take a turn paddling a cardboard canoe. Climb in, grab a paddle and set off on your adventure. Work together to steer your way along, just like early travelers, and let your imagination carry you down the river.
• Discover the Santa Fe Trail through touch. Handle items similar to those traded long ago.

In Conference Rooms A and B, learn about the history and mission of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution and how you might join

Sarah Poff is a multimedia storyteller, historical educator and folk artist. For more than 40 years, Poff has shared her love of history and art with audiences of all ages. Known for her warm storytelling style and engaging hands-on approach, Sarah brings history to life in ways people can see, touch and experience.

A part of the "Missouri’s Journey to 250" series: Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with an engaging, three-part family experience. Explore the trails that carried settlers west, step into the daily life of early Missouri communities and discover the founding documents that shaped our nation — including the Constitution. Through hands-on activities, storytelling and interactive learning, history comes to life!

All ages.

The Columbian Chapter, NSDAR is a society for women dedicated to preserving the history of the veterans of the American Revolution through charitable acts, historical preservation, patriotism and educational programming. 

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