The Triple Nickels-The 555th Parachute Infantry in WWII Nov. 18 at 7:00 pm Location: Virtual Join retired Army Sergeant Major Chris Lewis, Director of Education and Volunteer Services at the National Infantry Museum, for a talk about the 555th Parachute Infantry. These pioneering soldiers formed the ranks of the first African American Parachute Infantry unit […]
Special Saturday: Rediscovering DB Cooper November 20th- from 10am to 2pm It's the 50th year anniversary of the DB Cooper Skyjacking. Explore the forensics and engineering behind his mystery with fun, hands-on science activities at our Special Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center. All ages welcome! Thank you to Columbia Credit Union for sponsoring this […]
The holiday tradition of high tea at the Marshall House is offered as an at-home experience this year. We’ve partnered with Simple Elegance Catering of Vancouver to present a beautifully prepared gift box filled with traditional high tea favorites for you to bring home and enjoy. No mess to clean up means more time for […]
Melissa Williams (she/her) is a U.S. historian who concentrates on African American history. Over the past 20 years, she has contributed to numerous projects for organizations and educational institutions including the Center for Columbia River History, Vancouver NAACP #1139, the Clark County Historical Museum, and Portland State University. Williams earned a B.A. in History from […]
Invisible Warriors: African American Women in WWII with filmmaker Gregory Cooke February 17th at 7pm Location: Virtual Invisible Warriors features real pioneers – the first Black women to work in industry and government administrative service. The film is an unforgettable conversation among a diverse group of African American “Rosie the Riveters” who recount what life was […]
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 […]
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 […]
Repair Clark County Fix it Fair is Back! Wednesday, June 15th, 4 pm - 6 pm -- FREE Repair Clark County is a waste reduction/environmental program that aims to keep household items out of landfills. They do this through fix-it events where folks can bring household items that need to be repaired and volunteer fixers […]
Join us for a FREE repair event on June 15th at the Fort Vancouver Artillery Barracks from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. 600 Hatheway Road, Vancouver Repair Clark County is a waste reduction/environmental program that aims to keep household items out of landfills. They do this through fix-it events where folks can bring household items that […]
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 […]
