History
HISTORY ON TAP The Murder of JoAnn Dewey
Clark County Historical Museum will continue its “History on Tap” program at the Kiggins Theatre on Thursday, April 18, with historian Pat Jollota’s presentation of “The Murder of JoAnn Dewey in Vancouver, Washington.” Doors open at 6 p.m. and the event begins at 7 p.m. For the event, Jollota will present the details of the 1950 murder of JoAnn Dewey in downtown […]
22nd Annual Nez Perce Chief Redheart Memorial
Reconstructed Fort at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site 1001 East Fifth Street, Vancouver, WA, United StatesJoin the Nez Perce Tribe in their annual memorial to remember Chief Redheart’s band, who were imprisioned for eight months without cause at Fort Vancouver in 1877-78. The ceremony includes singing in honor of the ancestors, the Riderless Horse (Empty Saddle) Ceremony, the Sacred Pipe Ceremony, and recognition of Veterans. Each year Nez Perce tribal members travel to sites […]
Military History Talk – The Portland Metro Area Response Plan in World War II
The Marshall House 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver, WA, United StatesWhen the United States entered World War II, it was the first time since the War of 1812 that the United States feared a full-scale enemy invasion. Across the country, as military bases beefed up their security and war plans, so did civilian governments. In Portland, Oregon, the city developed and implemented a comprehensive plan to combat […]
Memorial Day Ceremony
Bandstand at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site 1301 Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, WA, United StatesThe Community Military Appreciation Committee (CMAC) will present Vancouver's Memorial Day Observance Monday, May 27, 2019, at 11 am, at the Bandstand on the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Parade Ground. CMAC has organized this event with help from its partners: the City of Vancouver, National Park Service (NPS), and Waste Connections, The event features keynote speaker […]
Clark County Historical Museum History Walking Tours
O. O. Howard House 750 Anderson St, Vancouver, WA, United StatesClark County Historical Museum will kick off its 2019 History Walking Tours with an exploration of Vancouver’s Officers Row. Tours will begin at 12 p.m. Friday, May 31, and 9 a.m. Saturday, June 1, outside of the O. O. Howard House. This annual and popular series offers Clark County residents and visitors the opportunity to visit several […]
Clark County Historical Museum History Walking Tours
O. O. Howard House 750 Anderson St, Vancouver, WA, United StatesClark County Historical Museum will kick off its 2019 History Walking Tours with an exploration of Vancouver’s Officers Row. Tours will begin at 12 p.m. Friday, May 31, and 9 a.m. Saturday, June 1, outside of the O. O. Howard House. This annual and popular series offers Clark County residents and visitors the opportunity to visit several […]
National Get Outdoors Day At Fort Vancouver National Historic Site On June 8 Highlights Outdoor Recreation In The Northwest
Fort Vancouver Visitors Center 1501 E Evergreen Boulevard, Vancouver, WA, United StatesNational Get Outdoors Day (GO Day) will bring community partners together at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site (NHS) from 10 am to 3 pm, Saturday, June 8, 2019. Held on public lands throughout the country, National Get Outdoors Day is a free, family-friendly event promoting healthy, active, outdoor fun. Get Outdoors Day at Fort Vancouver National […]
Woodland Planters Days Community Celebration
Woodland Washington Woodland, WA, United StatesWoodland’s 92nd annual community celebration hosts its biggest events today with the Woodland Planters Days Parade at 11 a.m. Visitors also can explore the carnival and Saturday Market; visit the firemen’s barbecue from noon to 3 p.m.; cheer on the participants of the 47th annual frog jump competition at 1:30 p.m.; enjoy the 12th annual […]
Flag Day At Fort Vancouver
Flag Day At Fort Vancouver JUNE 14 @ 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Free CELEBRATE FLAG DAY WITH THE COMMUNITY AT THE 26TH ANNUAL FLAG DAY AT FORT VANCOUVER, A FREE FAMILY EVENT PRESENTED BY DAVIDSON & ASSOCIATES INSURANCE. 5:00 PM | CEREMONY The official ceremony includes: Presentation of the colors National Anthem Annual Clark County Mayors’ Patriotic […]