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 […]
Join The Historic Trust and Airway Science for Kids as we reveal the first images captured by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope for our next Special Saturday at the Pearson Hangar! Webb is the largest and most complex observatory ever launched into space, serving thousands of astronomers worldwide. It will study every phase in the […]
Here comes the Bridesmaids! Grab your picnic blanket or lawn chair and come down to the Fort Vancouver National Site for a movie on the big screen. Seating opens at 7:30 pm and movies start at dusk (9:30pm). Feel free to bring your favorite movie snacks or purchase treats from one of our vendors. Movies […]
Before the internet, Before cell phones, Before roller-blades, There was a time... 1985. Don't pretend you don't remember. Grab your picnic blanket or lawn chair and come down to the Fort Vancouver National Site for a movie on the big screen. Seating opens at 7:30 pm and movies start at dusk (8:30 pm). Feel free […]
Vancouver's urban forest is rooted in history. Join this guided walk through tree-lined Officers Row and learn the history of our community and our trees. Urban Forestry staff will discuss characteristics of both native and ornamental trees throughout the historic site as Historic Trust staff will share history of Officers Row. This 2 hour tour will include a leisurely […]
Power. Grace. Wisdom. Wonder. Grab your picnic blanket or lawn chair and come down to the Fort Vancouver National Site for a movie on the big screen. Seating opens at 7:30 pm and movies start at dusk (8:30 pm). Feel free to bring your favorite movie snacks or purchase treats from one of our vendors. […]
A slacker known to his friends as "The Dude" gets mixed up in a convoluted kidnapping plot with an eccentric millionaire whose name he shares. Grab your picnic blanket or lawn chair and come down to the Fort Vancouver National Site for a movie on the big screen. Seating opens at 7:30 pm and movies […]
Have you ever imagined what it was like to live in the beautiful homes on Officers Row? In this month's Walk & Talk we'll explore late 19th century family life on Officers Row including the role of wives in the Army, the experiences of children living on an Army base and how Officers Row influenced […]
Since 2016, The Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra has been delighting audiences with the music of the roaring 20s and Depression era 30s. Under the leadership of master showman Sammuel Murry-Hawkins, the ensemble transports audiences to the golden age of Hot Jazz and Sweet Dance Music, specializing in the tunes of Cab Calloway, Irving Berlin, […]
The West Barracks represents the history of soldiers, physicians, nurses and laborers who built, shaped and nurtured their community. On this tour you’ll explore a neighborhood where the Army’s non-commissioned officers and their families resided, visit the Red Cross Building, and learn about the year that the 24th Infantry Regiment of Buffalo Soldiers served at Vancouver […]
