Pinkham, Evans to sign copies of book

LOLO PASS — Authors Allen Pinkham Sr. and Steven Evans will discuss and sign their book, “Exploring the Historical Legacy: Lewis and Clark Among the Nez Perce” at a book signing event June 30.

The event begins at 1 p.m. at the Lolo Pass Visitor Center on U.S. Highway 12 at the Montana-Idaho state line. The event is sponsored by the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest and Nez Perce Tourism to raise awareness of the connection between the Nimiipuu (Nez Perce) and local landscapes.

Pinkham is a Nez Perce tribal member who co-authored “Salmon And His People.” He is a nationally recognized tribal historian and former chairman of the Nez Perce Tribe. Evans taught history for 33 years at Lewis-Clark State College. His wife, Connie, is a member of the Nez Perce Tribe, and he has deep connections with Native communities. Evans is also the author of “Voice of the Old Wolf.” The two have been collaborating on this effort for more than a decade.

While some seating and covered areas will be available, visitors are encouraged to bring their own chairs and be dressed for the weather.