At the age of 25, while serving at Fort Kaskaskia in the Illinois Territory, Alexander Hamilton Willard voluntarily enlisted in the Corps of Discovery.

The Willard family descendants established a family association that hosts an annual reunion. This year’s event will take place in Seaside, OR, where Alexander’s contributions as a member of the Expedition will be honored. Highlights of the reunion include tours of the Saltworks, a presentation by Kris Townsend, and visits to Fort Clatsop, along with other special events.

Friday, September 6

6 pm Dinner
7 pm Presenter – Kris Townsend,
Topic: Alexanders perspective of his life, especially with Lewis and Clark

Saturday, September 7
12:30 pm Lunch
2 – 3+ pm Presenter – Karen Willard, WFAA Genealogist
Topic: Anecdotal stories about Alexander Hamilton Willard
6 – 7 pm dinner
7 pm Presenter – Steve Wright,
Topic: Seaside history as it relates to Lewis and Clark Expedition and
beyond

EVERY DAY
Free time to visit Fort Clatsop, Seaside Historical Museum, and the Saltmakers Reenactment.
 Seaside Museum is open Wed – Sat 11 am to 4 pm. 570 Neconium Dr.
503-738-7065
** admission by donation
 Lewis & Clark National Historical Park (Fort Clatsop) 92343 Fort Clatsop Rd. Open
daily from 9 am to 6 pm 503-861-2471
Fees: $10 for 16+, 15 years or younger are free.
***BRING National Park Passes with you for free entrance!

Rick Willard President 860-989-3905