Clark County Historical Museum

Where Faith Meets Freedom: Jesus, The Cross, Liberation
2026-02-15 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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, both part of the NAACP X CCHM joint reading list.

Where Faith Meets Freedom: Jesus, the Cross, and Liberation
Date: Sunday, February 15 Time: 6:00 PM
Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660, USA

Together, these works confront the brutal realities of racial violence, oppression, and suffering while proclaiming a faith rooted in dignity, resistance, and liberation. Cone connects the crucifixion of Jesus to the terror of lynching inAmerica, insisting that the cross must be understood through the lived experiences of Black suffering and survival. Thurman speaks directly to those pushed to the margins, presenting Jesus as a spiritual anchor for the disinherited, those whose backs are against the wall and whose faith becomes a source of courage, nonviolence, and freedom.
The conversation will be guided by:

Rev. Michael Jones Jr., Vice President, NAACP
Rev. Dr. Joyce Smith, Pastor, Community AME Zion Church, Vancouver, WA
Pastor Byron Harris, Pastor, Vancouver Heights United Methodist Church

During this community conversation, we will examine how these texts speak to one another, explore where faith and freedom intersect, and reflect on their relevance to our present moment, personally, spiritually, and socially.
Registration strongly encouraged to secure a spot! Register here.
Sunday Feb 15, 2026 ⋅ 6:30pm – 7:45pm (Pacific Time – Vancouver)
Location
Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98660, USA

Spring Equinox Native Art Market
2026-03-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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 of handcrafted pieces, including original artwork, jewelry, beadwork, crafts, and other Indigenous-created goods. Whether you are looking for something meaningful for your home or a one of a kind gift, the market offers an inspiring range of work rooted in tradition and creativity.
The afternoon will also include a live performance by internationally acclaimed Native American flutist Dr. Sherrie Davis, whose music will add a powerful and uplifting element to the celebration.
Admission to the museum will be free during the event, inviting guests to explore exhibits that share and preserve the stories of Southwest Washington’s diverse communities.
The Spring Equinox Native Art Market provides a welcoming space to support Indigenous artists, celebrate cultural heritage, and gather in community.
For more information, please contact the museum at 360-993-5679.

A Map Of Her Own: An Afternoon Author Talk With Dede Montgomery
2026-03-28 12:00 - 13:30 | Historic Covington House, 4201 Main St, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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 Own, moves between contemporary Astoria and early 1900s Camas, weaving together personal discovery and regional history. Her talk will explore the historical threads behind her work, including:
• Early settlers who traveled up the Columbia River to Fort Vancouver
• Connections to the Jason Lee missionaries
• Early Oregon land claims
• Maritime history and Pacific Northwest industry
• The beginnings of the Camas paper mill
• The role of place, memory, and heritage in storytelling
Montgomery is the author of six books, including My Music Man, Humanity’s Grace, Beyond the Ripples, and Then, Now and In-Between. Her work blends history, memoir, and fiction to illuminate the people and landscapes that define Oregon and Southwest Washington.
Books will be available for purchase following the program.
This event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged.
