Discover one of the key figures in Pacific Northwest modernism, who overcame polio as a child and reputational damage during the Red Scare to become the most influential architect our region has yet to produce. In the mid-20th Century, our state was slow to adopt the modern architectural trends flooding Europe, the East Coast, and […]
The Historic Trust is excited to welcome music historian, folksinger, and storyteller Joel Underwood to Vancouver for a special performance, Move It on Over: Stories and Songs of Hank Williams, in the stunning Providence Academy Chapel. By turns hilarious and heartbreaking, Underwood and his guitar vividly bring to life one of America’s most influential musical voices. […]
Celebrate music, history, and place with a special performance by Eric John Kaiser at the historic Providence Academy. Set within the beautifully preserved chapel built in the late 1800s by Mother Joseph and the Sisters of Providence, this concert offers a memorable evening in one of the region’s most important landmarks. As we gather in […]
Register today and join us for an engaging presentation on one of Vancouver Barracks’ most influential commanders! Ohio native and Civil War veteran General Thomas M. Anderson (1836-1917) commanded the 14th Infantry at Vancouver Barracks from 1886-1898. As one of the longer-serving commanders, he, and also his family, became active in the community as well […]
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 is excited to bring back Secret Spaces Tours for Preservation Month 2026! Secret Spaces Tour will give participants a unique peek into typically unseen parts of three […]
Thank you for registering. This event is now full! Join us for an exploration of the architecture and history of mid-twentieth century Vancouver with State Architectural Historian Michael Houser. Learn about mid-century modern architectural styles, and the builders and designers who brought them to life. Houser will highlight several notable local designers including Day W. Hilborn, […]
The Historic Trust is excited to bring back Secret Spaces Tours for Preservation Month 2026! The Secret Spaces Post Hospital Tour will give participants a chance to step back in time and imagine the rooms of this historic building in action. Built in 1903-1904, the Post Hospital was considered cutting-edge for its time, including being […]
Join us as we kickstart our summer series with Flag Day! Flag Day is a national holiday celebrated annually on June 14 to commemorate the adoption of the United States flag by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1777. Enjoy an afternoon of music, poetry readings from Christopher Luna, an educational display of the American flags […]
Described as an entertainer, musician, facilitator, and humorist... Michael John has brought enjoyment to hundreds of thousands of audience participants all over the world! Whether as opening act for such notables as Jay Leno, Ray Charles and Louise Mandrell, featured entertainer at national venues and resorts or motivational facilitator for corporate, professional and civic events; […]
