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A Man Called York
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York was an enslaved man who served on the Lewis and Clark Expedition from 1803 to 1806. But what is known about York besides his participation in this journey? Zachary Stocks of Oregon Black Pioneers will present a detailed biography of York, revealing his experiences during the expedition, his life before and after, and his place in national African American history.
Zachary Stocks is the executive director of Oregon Black Pioneers, a public historian and interpreter. He previously served as program director of Grays Harbor Historical Seaport and visitor services manager of the Northwest African American Museum. Zachary is a former intern of Colonial Williamsburg and the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History and a former park ranger at Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history from the College of William and Mary with a certificate in public history from the National Institute for American History and Democracy, and a master’s degree in museology from the University of Washington.
History Pub events are open to everyone interested in Pacific Northwest history, and beyond. Often co-sponsored by local or state historical and civic organizations, we bring you experts, scholars, first-person experiencers, historians and documentaries expounding on topics from Indigenous history to the birth of Portland, early explorers to hop growing, and on and on! It’s like being back in the classroom – except this time you get to settle into comfortable seats and enjoy a drink or two with dinner while you listen and learn.