Join us for a special edition of History on Tap as Vancouver Ballet Folklorico takes the stage for TOUR OF MÉXICO—a vibrant celebration of Mexico’s rich cultural heritage through traditional dance. Travel from the southern to northern regions of Mexico in this colorful showcase featuring authentic dances, cultural costumes, music, and a unique fashion show. […]
Join us for First Friday at the Clark County Historical Museum!Celebrate Vancouver’s vibrant arts scene with a special evening of culture and community during the First Friday Art Walk. On Friday, August 1, enjoy free museum admission from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Explore our exhibits after hours and connect with local creatives during a special […]
Explore the Cinematic Ties Between Hong Kong and Singapore During the Cold War Free Public Talk at Clark County Historical Museum Saturday, August 2, 2025 | 2:00 PM | 1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA Join us at the Clark County Historical Museum for a captivating free talk by scholar and filmmaker Dr. Grace Yan-yan Mak […]
Join us once again this year on Saturday, August 30th, from 11 AM to 3 PM for a special book sale at the Clark County Historical Museum! This sale features a diverse selection of vintage books, journals, posters, and texts. From Pacific Northwest history to novels, magazines, and academic non-fiction, there’s something for every interest. […]
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 Doors open at 5:15pm | Discussion starts at 6:00pm Vancouver Arts Hub (former FVRL building) 1007 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98663 FREE (Registration strongly encouraged) The Clark County Historical Museum is proud to once again partner with the Washington State Historical Society to host Historic Monuments in Washington State: […]
Join us for First Friday at the Clark County Historical Museum!Celebrate Vancouver’s vibrant community with a special evening of nature, science, and connection during the First Friday Art Walk. On Friday, October 3, enjoy free museum admission from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Explore our exhibits after hours and engage with local environmental leaders during a […]
History on Tap: UFO Northwest — How Washington State Spawned the Men in Black Thursday, October 16, 2025Kiggins Theatre | 1011 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660Doors open at 6:00 PM | Program begins at 7:00 PM Join us at the historic Kiggins Theatre for the next installment of History on Tap as we dive into […]
RSVP HERE Opening Reception: Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660 Admission: Free and open to the public The Clark County Historical Museum is proud to announce the opening of its newest exhibit, Echoes of Fort Vancouver: How the Fur Trade […]
The Clark County Historical Museum is excited to announce the Winter Native Art Market! This highly anticipated event will feature a curated selection of 17 local Indigenous artists and vendors, including returning favorites and several new participants. Visitors will have the chance to purchase unique handcrafted arts, crafts, jewelry, and other Indigenous-made goods, perfect […]
In celebration of Black History Month, the NAACP and the Clark County Historical Museum invite the community to a shared dinner and conversation centered on two foundational texts of Black theology: The Cross and the Lynching Tree by the Rev. Dr. James H. Cone and Jesus and the Disinherited by the Rev. Dr. Howard Thurman, […]
The Clark County Historical Museum is delighted to host the Spring Equinox Native Art Market on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the museum. This dynamic community event will feature 17 gifted local Indigenous artists and vendors, blending returning favorites with exciting new participants. Visitors can shop a wide selection […]
Join the Clark County Historical Museum for a special midday author talk at the historic Covington House. On Saturday, March 28 at noon, sixth-generation Pacific Northwest author and blogger Dede Montgomery will share the stories, history, and family legacies that shape her writing and connect deeply to the Columbia River region. Montgomery’s latest novel, A Map of Her […]