• The calm, inviting waters of the Spokane Arm. Photo Credit: NPS\LARO\John Salisbury

    Lake Roosevelt

    National Recreation Area Washington

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David Thompson: Mapmaker & Explorer

3rd-9th

David Thompson was the first to travel the entire length of the Columbia River. He was famous as a mapmaker, explorer and fur trader. This trunk has replica items such as a sextant, clothing, and trade goods along with resource materials useful in the classroom.

Fill out our reservation form to borrow this trunk or contact our education specialist for more information.

Did You Know?

Construction equipment for clearing the lakebed

When the Grand Coulee Dam was finished and the lake filled, 11 towns were submerged. Every structure was cleared or burned. Soon, the rising waters covered the forlorn concrete foundations with water and darkness. Some towns died, others were built above the new lake, replacing what was lost.