After the 13 colonies were firmly and independently established, the North American continent became a magnet for people all around Europe who were seeking a better life. Although the Appalachian ...

Discover how Thomas Jefferson’s vision for agriculture guided westward expansion and influenced the Lewis and Clark Expedition’s search for ..

A compass used by Lewis and Clark on their expedition to explore the American West is owned by the Smithsonian and is part of NPR's 250th anniversary series, America In Pursuit.

Explore the American West's rich history, from Lewis and Clark to national parks, as the nation marks its 250th anniversary.

Educators are finding new ways to teach westward expansion that go beyond dates and maps, weaving in Indigenous perspectives and the human stories behind the movement. By using primary sources, ...

“Go West young man – and grow up with the country.” – New York Tribune Editor Horace Greeley After the 13 colonies were firmly and independently established, the North American continent became a ...