Captain William Clark Monument facts for kids
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| Naming of Mt. Jefferson | |
The monument in 2018
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| Artist | Michael Florin Dente |
| Year | 1988 |
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| Location | Portland, Oregon, U.S. |
| 45°34′15.9″N 122°43′28.9″W / 45.571083°N 122.724694°W | |
The Captain William Clark Monument is an outdoor sculpture. It is also known as Naming of Mt. Jefferson. This monument honors William Clark, a famous explorer. It was created by art professor Michael Florin Dente. You can find it on the University of Portland campus in Portland, Oregon, United States.
About the Monument
The monument was officially opened on December 11, 1988. It features three bronze sculptures. These sculptures are about 7 feet (2.1 meters) tall. They stand on a base made of cement and stone, which is about 4 feet (1.2 meters) high.
Who is Shown?
The sculptures show three important figures. One is William Clark himself. Another is York, who traveled with Clark. York was an enslaved person who played a key role in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The third figure is an unnamed Native American.
Changes to the Monument
In 2020, there were many discussions about historical statues. People talked about who should be honored and how history is presented. Because of these discussions, the statue of York was removed from the monument. This happened during a time of public protests and calls for change.
