Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra at Providence Academy
2026-03-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
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 Sweet Dance Music, specializing in the tunes of Cab Calloway, Irving Berlin, Duke Ellington, and George Gershwin.
Guaranteed to delight and put a pep in your step!
To make the event accessible to all, ticket prices are set at $16. Tickets are available at the door or on line at The Historic Music Preservation Project.
Some of the public areas in our buildings may not be fully accessible to visitors with limited mobility. Please call in advance for more specific information: 360-992-1800.

SOLD OUT! Paul Hayden Kirk and Midcentury Modern NW Architecture
2026-03-12 18:00 - 20:00 | WA
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 California. But smartly, Paul Hayden Kirk blended the clean look of modernism with our region’s tradition of building with wood, and crisp lines with Japanese and Native American influences. This talk explores Kirk’s life, along with examples of his work, to paint a portrait of a true Northwest innovator.
Speaker Dale Kutzera is the author of Paul Hayden Kirk and the Rise of Northwest Modern, the first monograph on the father of mid-century design in the Pacific Northwest. Kutzera has spent his life largely in the arts sector and entertainment industry.
Dale lives in Seattle.
This program is offered free of charge, but space is limited. Please reserve your spot HERE. Thank you to Humanities WA for their support in bringing this event to Vancouver.
Part of the Humanities WA Speakers Series presented by University Village.

SOLD OUT! Move It On Over: Stories and Songs of Hank Williams, a musical history performance by Joel Underwood
2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Providence Academy, 400 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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. Set against the backdrop of New Year’s Eve, 1952—when a frail yet determined 29-year-old Hank Williams embarked on a fateful journey from Alabama to Ohio—the performance moves between Williams’ formative years and the mystery surrounding his untimely death. This compelling two-act, one-man show features ten beloved songs while thoughtfully exploring themes of addiction, fame, and generational trauma.
Returning to Vancouver after wowing audiences with his performances celebrating Woody Guthrie and Bob Dylan, Underwood delivers a heartfelt tribute filled with warmth, wit, and authenticity. Along the way, he performs classics such as “Your Cheatin’ Heart,” “Hey Good Lookin’,” and “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” inviting audiences to sing along, reminisce, and reflect. Move It on Over captures both the spirit of Hank Williams and the enduring soul of American country music in a way that is deeply personal and profoundly moving.
Ticket Information:
Ticket price is $18 and includes all applicable taxes and fees. Seating is general admission in Providence Academy Chapel pews and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. (30 minutes prior to performance start time). Free parking is available in the Providence Academy lot; please note that the Aeon Apartments parking lot is not available for event parking.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
If available, tickets will be sold at the door for $25 each.
This event is a fundraiser for The Historic Trust, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Proceeds from ticket sales support its mission to inspire civic pride and economic vitality through education, preservation, and celebration of our community’s history.
Some of the public areas in our buildings may not be fully accessible to visitors with limited mobility. Please call in advance for more specific information: 360-992-1800.

An Evening of French-Inspired Music at Providence Academy
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Providence Academy, 400 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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 April—Mother Joseph’s birthday month—we also honor her enduring legacy. Her French-Canadian roots and pioneering spirit helped shape Providence Academy and countless institutions across the Pacific Northwest, making this setting an especially fitting backdrop for the evening.
Eric John Kaiser, an award-winning singer-songwriter known for his engaging blend of Americana, folk, and French-influenced music, brings thoughtful lyrics, rich melodies, and a warm, conversational style that invites audiences in. His work bridges cultures and stories, echoing the French-Canadian heritage that Mother Joseph carried with her to the Northwest.
Join us for a birthday-month tribute filled with music in a space shaped by history—and still inspiring today.
Ticket Information:
Ticket price is $18 and includes all applicable taxes and fees. Seating is general admission in Providence Academy Chapel pews and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. (30 minutes prior to performance start time). Free parking is available in the Providence Academy lot; please note that the Aeon Apartments parking lot is not available for event parking.
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
If available, tickets will be sold at the door for $25 each.
This event is a fundraiser for The Historic Trust, a 501(c)3 nonprofit. Proceeds from ticket sales support its mission to inspire civic pride and economic vitality through education, preservation, and celebration of our community’s history.
Some of the public areas in our buildings may not be fully accessible to visitors with limited mobility. Please call in advance for more specific information: 360-992-1800.

General Thomas Anderson at Vancouver Barracks
2026-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Red Cross Building, 605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, 98661, United States
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, because active in the community as well as at the post. Presenter Jeff Davis (Major, U.S. Army, Ret.) will talk about Anderson’s service in the context of the larger history of Vancouver Barracks. Anderson’s family had long-time association with this area as he was a grand-nephew of William Clark of the Corps of Discovery, and his namesake son also served at Vancouver Barracks. The desk Anderson used while serving in Vancouver was donated to the Clark County Historical Museum and is on display at the Howard House.
Our speaker, Jeff Davis, is an archaeologist and was active with the Vancouver Barracks Military Association for many years. A native of Vancouver where his Army father was based, Davis joined the Army Reserve out of high school and served for many years around the world, and also at Vancouver Barracks. He has authored and contributed to many books and other publications on military and Northwest history and is a frequent public speaker and tour guide.
This program is offered free of charge, but space is limited. Please reserve your spot HERE.
Part of the Humanities WA Speakers Series presented by University Village.

Photo Caption: Anderson family and friends sitting on the front porch of the post commander’s home. The 1878 home is now called the Howard House after its first residents – General Oliver Otis Howard and his family.
Credit: Clark County Historical Museum
