35th Annual Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

WELCOME TO THE 35TH ANNUAL LOUGH LEGACY VETERANS DAY PARADE! Saturday, November 11th, 2023 Fort Vancouver National Site Parade Starts at 11:00 am Make plans to join us as a parade participant or come enjoy the parade and honor our military history!   Vancouver, Washington has a long-established tradition of honoring our military history. Now […]

How Audio Technology Changed the World

Red Cross Building 605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, United States

The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington partner to present a discussion with Ross Reynolds as he explores the impact that audio transmission has had on society and what makes it such a still powerful form of communication.  Please join us for this intriguing discussion. Click HERE for details and registration information. This program is offered free of charge but […]

Event Series Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra

Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra

Providence Academy 400 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

Come to dance or just to listen at the historic Academy Ballroom! 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 […]

Event Series Holiday Tea at the Marshall House

SOLD OUT! Holiday Tea at the Marshall House

The Marshall House 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver, WA, United States

Join us at the beautiful Marshall House for our Holiday Tea, Saturday, December 2. With a delicious menu and delightful teas provided by Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary, this is a special holiday event that you do not want to miss! Plus, beautiful music from Celtic Muse Choose from one of two seatings, 11 am or […]

Santa at the Marshall House

The Marshall House 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver, WA, United States

*Reservations are closed as of 5:00 p.m. on December 8. We will do our best to accommodate walk-ins on the day of the event, though priority will be given to those with reservations. Santa is coming to the Marshall House! The Marshall House will be beautifully decorated and ready for your holiday photos. Santa will […]

Event Series Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra

Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra

Providence Academy 400 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

Come to dance or just to listen at the historic Academy Ballroom! 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 […]

A Space for Black History

Red Cross Building 605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, United States

The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington partner to present a discussion with Luther Adams - Free Man of Color.  Through the use of Black thought, images, and poetry, as well as local history, Mr. Adams creates an open space to ask questions about Black history and why it matters to all of us.  Please join […]

Free

Military History Talk – George Washington and His Legacy

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

The Historic Trust is excited to host the Vancouver Barracks Military Association’s 2024 Military History Talk series. Join us for this fascinating discussion with speaker Jeff Dacus and learn more about Washington state's connection to our nation's first president. Why is Washington state called Washington? Learn more on the 292nd birthday of our nation’s first […]

We Are Also in Bondage Here: Black Women in the Washington Civil Rights Movement

Red Cross Building 605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, United States

The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington partner to present a discussion with Quin'Nita Cobbins-Modica . The dominant narrative about Washington State is that it’s an “exceptional” place rather than a microcosm of the larger U.S. society. How do Black women’s stories challenge this understanding? What are the long-standing systemic inequalities in the state?  Please join […]

Free

Historic Photographers of Vancouver Barracks

Thursday, March 28 / 6:30 pm / Free General Oliver Otis Howard House, 750 Anderson St., Vancouver, WA 98661 From the earliest days of the Vancouver Barracks, government-sponsored pictures and engravings were created, documenting the history of the installation. In addition to official images, private individuals took pictures of the daily life of soldiers and […]