America 250 Series: Flag Day
Join us as we kickstart our summer series with Flag Day!
Flag Day is a national holiday celebrated annually on June 14 to commemorate the adoption of the United States flag by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777.
Enjoy an afternoon of music, poetry readings from Christopher Luna, an educational display of the American flags that have flown over the Vancouver Barracks, living history character meet-and-greets, and a flag-related make-and-take craft activity. Food trucks will be available for tasty bites!
Free small American flags given to the first 500 guests.
Entertainment Schedule
12 pm
Howling Prairie Dogs, The Howling Prairie Dogs | Facebook
The Howling Prairie Dogs are a local SW Washington acoustic Americana themed group, featuring rock, folk, country, country rock and light jazz.
1 pm
Vancouver Symphony brass quintet
The Historic Trust is proud to welcome a brass ensemble from the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA for a special Flag Day performance. As the premier arts organization of Southwestern Washington, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA brings exceptional musicianship and community spirit to this patriotic celebration.
3 pm
Navy Band Northwest
Navy Band Northwest is the United States Navy’s musical ambassador in the Pacific Northwest region. Through military ceremonies and public performances, Navy Band Northwest serves to heighten esprit de corps throughout military and civilian communities, promote patriotism, and increase public awareness of the Navy’s mission. This 35-member unit is comprised of professional musicians performing in various ensembles including ceremonial band, parade band, concert band, rock band, New Orleans-style brass band, jazz combo, brass quintet and woodwind quintet. Under the operational control of Commander, Navy Region Northwest, Navy Band Northwest is one of 11 official U.S. Navy Bands located in the continental United States, Hawaii, Italy, and Japan.
Tasty Bites
We are happy to provide local vendors to keep you fed and hydrated while you enjoy the festivities. Vendors will include fresh tacos from Razo’s Tacos, delicious barbeque options from C&J BBQ House, and refreshing shaved ice from Kona Ice.
Thank you to our sponsors!
