Clark County Historical Museum

(Her)Story: Rebel Women of Clark County
2022-03-03 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Clark County Historical Museum’s 2022 Speaker Series continues on Thursday, Mar. 3, with “(Her)Story: Rebel Women of Clark County” presented by April Buzby (she/they). The event will occur in-person at the Clark County Historical Museum. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the event begins at 7 p.m.
Join us as Buzby tells the stories of Elizabeth Jane Herrington Irwin and Mary Ellen Bates, two extraordinary women who served during WWI & WWII. Hear about how Irwin’s story was nearly lost due to a clerical error. Experience the turmoil and concerns of Bates in the aftermath of Pearl Harbor. And learn about the legacy both women left behind.
April Buzby is a talented social impact strategist who has spent their career working to create more equitable policies and shine a light on the stories and challenges of marginalized communities. After 10 years in public policy on the national stage, Buzby shifted their focus to local advocacy and the historical narrative. Currently serving as outreach and public programming manager at Clark County Historical Museum, Buzby uses their skills and talent to support the organization’s effort to unearth the forgotten stories and communities of Clark County. They hold a BA in Geography from Keene State College and a Master of Community and Regional Planning from University of Oregon.
The CCHM Speaker Series is sponsored by the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission and Versa Events (formerly Wager Audio). General admission is $5; seniors and students are $4; children under 18 are $3; and the evening is free for CCHM members, veterans, and active-duty military personnel.
Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as seating is limited. For the safety of staff, visitors, and our families, CCHM does require proof of vaccination for admission to all CCHM events.
For more information, contact the museum at 360-993-5679 or outreach@cchmuseum.org.

Archivist in a Backpack Workshop
2022-02-04 17:00 - 20:00
Have you ever wondered where the PNW’s love for hops and IPAs began? Or who was the first female riverboat captain on the Columbia? Have fun and meet others every #FirstFriday while exploring our community’s history during #CCHMuseum AfterHours!

This month we’ll be discussing Archivist in a Backpack, our latest initiative designed to help collect the stories of our community. Learn how to collect your family stories and add them to our growing collection of oral histories! Workshop starts at 5:15 and 6:15.

This event is free to the public. CCHMuseum requires all patrons to be masked, vaccinated, and remain socially distanced during indoor events. For more information on our COVID protocols and upcoming events, see our website at cchmuseum.org.

First Families: The Next Generation
2022-02-03 19:00 - 20:00
Clark County Historical Museum will launch its 2022 Speaker Series on Thursday, February 3, with Melissa Williams’ presentation of “First Families: The Next Generation.” The event will occur in-person at the Clark County Historical Museum. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the event begins at 7 p.m.
Join us as historian, Melissa Williams, and Rites of Passages Youth Program director, Charles Simmons, explore the generation that came after the individuals featured in the Vancouver NAACP’s publication First Families of Vancouver’s African American Community. Learn about the events that shaped their lives and the impact they’ve had on Clark County.
Melissa Williams (she/her) is a U.S. historian who focuses on African American history. Over the past 20 years, she has contributed to several projects for organizations and institutions including the Center for Columbia River History, Vancouver NAACP #1139, U.S. Forest Service, Clark County Historical Museum, Washington State University Vancouver, and Portland State University. Williams earned a B.A. in History from the University of Washington and an M.A. in Public History from Washington State University Vancouver. She is a doctoral student in Educational Leadership at Portland State University and currently serves as Policy Associate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.
Charles LaRue Simmons is founder and director of Rites of Passage Youth Program, a summer program dedicated to building skills and providing experiences for African-American Youth. Simmons earned Life-Time K-12 Teaching Certification with a Bachelor in Literature and minors in Black Studies and Political Science from the University of Washington. He is a life-long educator, teaching for the Vancouver, Evergreen, and Washougal School Districts before founding Rites of Passage. Simmons has been a member of the Vancouver NAACP #1139 since 1964.
The CCHM Speaker Series is sponsored by the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission and Versa Events (formerly Wager Audio). General admission is $5; seniors and students are $4; children under 18 are $3; and the evening is free for CCHM members, veterans, and active-duty military personnel.
Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as seating is limited. For the safety of staff, visitors, and our families, CCHM does require proof of vaccination for admission to all CCHM events.
For more information, contact the museum at 360-993-5679 or outreach@cchmuseum.org.
