Enjoy the driving beats and bluegrass harmonies of Fadin' by 9 while relaxing on the beautiful O.O. Howard House patio. Angela Swanson with Sweet Papaya Arts will be here with an amazing collection of affordable gifts. PLUS she'll be demonstrating the making of a mosaic. Southwest Washington Watercolor Society will also be here demonstrating outdoor […]
**Please see important parking information below** 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 […]
Recently relocated from Denver, Owen Kortz has been performing and touring for over 20 years, featuring his unique blend of original and classic folk/rock songs. Owen has been compared to James Taylor and John Denver and has shared the stage with OneRepublic, Kina Grannis, and Javier Colon (winner of The Voice: Season 1), among many […]
Grant House in 1955 during the Cold War in use as a museum operated by the local chapter of the Soroptimists. Photo courtesy of Jeff Davis. We conclude our 2023 Vancouver Barracks Military Association's Military History Talk series with a unique and interesting look at the history of the Vancouver Barracks. After World War II, […]
The Historic Trust is happy to partner with Printed Matter Vancouver co-founders Christopher Luna and Toni Lumbrazo Luna to present an afternoon of family-friendly open mic poetry. Join us on the beautiful patio at the O.O. Howard House in Vancouver, WA. Everyone in the community is invited to share a poem or just listen. We […]
**Please see important parking information below** 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 […]
Introducing the Machine is the efforts of two Vancouver based musicians, Sarah Arslanian and Eileen Cowen. The duo collaborated on many projects over the last decade, but officially launched as a band in 2023. Their music features country-folk harmonies combined with a rock-punk mentality. The art and music of Introducing the Machine highlights themes of […]
Experience the blues and rock tunes of Takin' the Fifth. They even throw in a little country for good measure. With a lineup of three guitars, plus bass and drums, Takin' the Fifth creates a sound sure to please music lovers of all styles. Please make plans to join us on the beautiful O.O. Howard […]
"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 […]
