"Pioneers & Politics: The Tumultuous Journey Westward"

Join us as we delve into the era of Manifest Destiny, where dreams of expansion collided with reality. Discover the fervor of “Oregon Fever” and the thousands who journeyed the Oregon Trail in search of new beginnings. Learn about James K. Polk’s bold slogan, “Fifty-four forty or fight!”, and explore the implications of the Wilmot Proviso on the slavery debate. We’ll also highlight the stories of figures like Juan Seguin and Mariano Vallejo, whose lives were forever altered by America’s relentless push westward. Tune in for a captivating exploration of a pivotal moment in history!