Summer Fest – Play Music on the Porch Day!

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

"What if for one day everything stopped and we all just listened to the music?" That's the idea behind Play Music on the Porch Day.  It's a great idea and we're bringing Play Music on the Porch Day to the General O.O. Howard House! Please join us on the front porch for an amazing evening […]

All the Rage: How American Politics Boiled Over

Red Cross Building 605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, United States

The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington Partner to present this timely and fascinating discussion with Professor Steven Stehr. Professor Steven Stehr investigates the roots and consequences of the dysfunction that characterizes the current state of politics in America. Stehr leads a conversation that asks, how did our political spaces become war zones? Click HERE for […]

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 […]

The Historic Trust 25th Anniversary

Artillery Barracks 600 E Hatheway, Vancouver, Washington

On Thursday, October 12, we will gather to celebrate 25 years of The Historic Trust. Please join us to toast where we've been and where we're going! Registration Information: www.eventcreate.com/e/trust25

Pumpkin Party! Pop-Up Children’s Museum

Artillery Barracks 600 E Hatheway, Vancouver, Washington

Join The Historic Trust for a fun, FREE, morning play and exploration with our partner, the Columbia Play Project! With hands-on activities, silly experiences that make learning fun, the opportunity to try a mini-pumpkin launch and glow-in-the-dark giveaways, this will be an event too fun to miss! Costumes encouraged! Artillery Barracks 600 Hatheway Road Vancouver […]

Atomic Washington: Our Nuclear Past, Present, and Future

Red Cross Building 605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, United States

The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington Partner to present a discussion with Steve Olson as he reveals the many influences of nuclear material on Washington State, and the many ways in which our state has been a pioneer in the atomic age.  Please join us for this intriguing discussion. Click HERE for details and registration […]

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 […]

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 […]