Events

Upcoming Events in 2026

 

Sunset Beach Marine Debris Display Unveiling Ceremony - June 6th, 2:00 P.M. PST

Community members, partners, and coastal advocates are invited to gather at Sunset Beach for the unveiling of a new Marine Debris Display, a collaborative effort between marine debris artist Elizabeth Roberts, Lewis and Clark National Historical Park, Lewis and Clark National Park Association, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Marine Debris Program, Chinook Indian Nation, and Oregon Shores.

The unveiling ceremony will feature brief remarks from partner organizations, opportunities to engage with the display, and time for community connection.

Event Schedule:

2 pm: join us for the formal program with a welcome and remarks from project partners and the official unveiling of the Marine Debris Display.

2:30 -4:30 pm: Stay for a relaxed social hour to connect with community members, partner organizations, and fellow coastal stewards.

All attendees will be entered in a free raffle to win an annual National Parks Pass and enjoy locally-sourced appetizers and refreshments. The event is open to the public and welcomes all.

 

Jefferson's Gambit - Guest Speaker Event - June 14th, 1:00 PM PST

Come and join us in the Netul River Room at the Fort Clatsop Visitor Center for a guest speaker event with Christopher Hodges! Christopher Hodges will speak about Jefferson's vision for the west, wealth, the Fur Trade, Boston fur traders, and the United States domination of the trade.

Christopher B. Hodges is an historical fiction author with a great curiosity regarding how common people become historical figures. Hodges’ insights into economic, political and social realities derive from his Ph.D. in applied economics and his experiences in business, government, and the clash of cultures. His writing leads readers to contemplate their own lives and their time and place in history.

 

Seaman's Day - July 8th, All Day

The 33 people of the Lewis and Clark Expedition wintered at Fort Clatsop in 1805-06. The 34^th “member” of this expedition was Seaman, Captain Meriwether Lewis’ Newfoundland dog. The 33rd annual Seaman’s Day commemorating the dog of the Corps of Discovery will be held Wednesday, July 8th, at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park.

According to the explorers’ journals, Seaman served as a watchdog, hunter, retriever, companion and diplomat during the two-and-a-half year voyage of discovery. The park has invited some guest Newfoundland dogs and their people to volunteer this day. This special event offers visitors an opportunity to learn about Seaman and to meet some modern Newfoundland dogs.

For the safety of all canine companions involved in the day we ask that you limit about bringing your own Newfoundland dog to the park. If you would like to become a Seaman's Day VIP please contact Benjamin Najera.

If you are bringing any other dog companion to the park ensure that they are comfortable around the presence of large dogs.