Military History Talks – General Oliver Otis Howard Soldier and Educator

Red Cross Building 605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, United States

To commemorate the return of our military history talks, our special guest will be Dr. Scott L. Stabler.  He will speak about General Oliver Otis Howard, his service in the Civil War and contribution to African American empowerment as head of the Freedmen’s Bureau, during Reconstruction.  Prior to his assignment as the Commander of the […]

Special Saturday: Gardening Party

O.O. Howard House 750 Anderson St., Vancouver, WA, United States

Spend a Saturday learning how to get your garden ready for spring. Bring tools for a sharpening and care workshop from Repair Clark County. Talk with master gardeners for beginner gardening tips and what plants grow the best in our climate. Help your kids or grandkids start a seed, paint garden rocks, and identify safe […]

Special Saturday: Pearson Field EAA 782 Young Eagles Rally

Pearson Field Education Center 201A East Reserve Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

Founded in 1992, the Young Eagles program is dedicated to giving youth ages 8–17, an opportunity to go flying in a general aviation airplane. It’s the only program of its kind with the sole mission to introduce and inspire kids in the world of aviation and today the Young Eagles program has flown over 2 […]

Military History Talk – Waiting for the Cold War to Heat Up

O.O. Howard House 750 Anderson St., Vancouver, WA, United States

The Historic Trust is excited to host the Vancouver Barracks Military Association's 2023 Military History Talk series.  Join us for the first talk of the year and learn more about the history of the Vancouver Barracks. After World War II, the Vancouver Barracks went from being the Pacific Northwest’s premier Regular Army post to playing […]

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