Etienne Veniard de Bourgmont – Explorer, First Man to Map the Missouri River
October 4 | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.Council Bluffs Public Library
UNfortunately, this event has already occurred.
This historical account will look closely at the life of French explorer Etienne Veniard de Bourgmont. Presented by local historian Troy Stolp. Etienne was born in 1679 in Central Normandy, France. He was a poacher, a soldier, and an illegal trader. In 1714, he accompanied Missouri Indians back to their homeland, making him the first European known to have explored the Missouri valley, and the first man to map the Missouri River.
In-person program with ZOOM option – Contact the Reference Desk at 712-323-7553 to join us in Room B or pre-register from our website to view from home. This program is free and open to the public. Face masks are recommended in public indoor settings.
Contact: Marlys Lien
Phone: (712) 323-7553 x5427
Email: [email protected]
Category: Educational
