Clark County Historical Museum

Haunted Walking Tour
2022-10-07 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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CCHMuseum After Hours
2022-10-07 17:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Every First Friday!

CCHM Speaker Series
2022-10-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Clark County Historical Museum’s 2022 Speaker Series continues on Thursday, October 6, with “A Promise Not Yet Fulfilled: The Chinook Struggle for Recognition” presented by Sam Robinson. 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.
In 2001, the Chinook Nation rejoiced as the Federal Government finally recognized the Chinook Indian Nation as a sovereign entity of their own lands. This celebration was short lived as only a few months later the government rescinded their decision, leaving the Nation bereft of their right to determine their own future and barred from the resources that are crucial to the People’s survival. Unfortunately, this moment is only one of many injustices played out since the Treaty at Tansy Point in 1851.
In this talk, Chinook Indian Nation citizen and Vice Chair, Sam Robinson, explores the history of the Chinook People and their continued fight for Tribal Recognition. He’ll discuss the importance of recognition for Indigenous Nations, like the Chinook, and provide an insight into where their status stands today.
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 and available on a first-come-first-served basis.
For more information, contact the museum at 360-993-5679 or outreach@cchmuseum.org.

American Democracy’s Indigenous Roots and Future
2022-09-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main Street, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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NEW DATE!!! History books teach us that the Founding Fathers birthed American democracy, but do not reveal the Indigenous sources of inspiration that guided their vision. The Haudenosaunee Confederacy’s Great Law of Peace—uniting six Nations in an alliance that predates the American Constitution by centuries—served as a powerful example to men such as Benjamin Franklin, who benefited from the political guidance of Haudenosaunee leaders. Franklin directly cited the Law’s influence on the Constitution.
But even Franklin did not comprehend the political and spiritual power held by the clan mothers of these matriarchal societies, who were instrumental to building and maintaining a peaceful union. Join storyteller Fern Renville as she shares stories both mythic and personal that reframe and highlight the history, present, and future of Indigenous female power and leadership in America. Such stories include the Seneca story of The Peacemaker and the Dakota story of White Buffalo Calf Woman.
The 2022 History on Tap season is brought to you by Business Over Beer. Special thanks to our sponsors Humanities Washington, Vancouver’s Downtown Association, and Mickler & Associates. Program support provided by Versa Events (formerly Wager Audio).

Give More 24!
2022-09-22 00:00 - 23:30 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States

CCHM @ Peace & Justice Fair
2022-09-10 09:00 - 16:00 | Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States

Meet the Author: Jeff Davis
2022-09-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
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 First Friday while exploring our community’s history during #CCHMuseum AfterHours!
This month we’re welcoming historian and author, Jeff Davis, for a meet the author and book signing. Davis has written, edited, or contributed to several books on military history and pop culture. He is the author of Custer’s Other Brother-in-Law: The Orders Book of Lieutenant Frederick S. Calhoun as well as several books on paranormal lore in the Pacific Northwest.
Each AfterHours event showcases a different theme with experiences such as pop-up exhibits, workshops, live performances, author readings, and more. While you’re here, be sure to explore our award winning exhibits to learn about the women who helped build Clark County or dance through the history of music in our community.
Check out our website for detailed information on each month’s theme and activity.

Fourth Plain Forward: Building Community
2022-09-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Clark County Historical Museum’s 2022 Speaker Series continues on Thursday, September 1, with “Fourth Plain Forward: Building Community” presented by Fourth Plain Forward director, Paul Burgess, CCHM public historian, Katie Bush, and CCHM public history intern, Tanaka Axberg. 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.
When people think of Vancouver, Washington, the city is often associated with a 19th century military fort, the Columbia River, and a connection to the Hudson’s Bay Company and the fur trade. Rarely are the stories of the neighborhoods developed during and post-World War II provided the same focus. Yet the people who lived, worked, and created these new communities in places such as Vancouver’s Fourth Plain Corridor are as intrinsic to the mosaic that is Vancouver today as those who first made contact with the Indigenous people of the region nearly 125 years ago.
Part of Clark County Stories, the Fourth Plain project is a collaboration between Fourth Plain Forward (FPF), Washington State University Vancouver (WSUV), and the Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) to shed light on these narratives. In this presentation, Burgess, Bush, and Axberg discuss the community’s history as well as current and future plans for the project.
Paul Burgess is the Executive Director for Fourth Plain Forward. He is an accomplished professional and leader in the social impact space with a successful track record of implementing and advancing complex development programs.
With five years of experience in the Global South managing complex international development programming, Paul has brought comprehensive leadership expertise of cross functional implementation, delivery and management to this role at Fourth Plain Forward.
Paul conceived of, and built the international consultancy www.cdvglobal.com/ to bring equity of opportunity to local communities and nonprofits and has 5 years experience of managing international leadership development programs for young people and over 4 years of middle and high school teaching education experience. Prior to leaving the UK in 2007, he was a senior operations manager in the UK Prison service, leading Safer Custody, anti-bullying and foreign nationals policy at HMP Pentonville in London.
Over his career, Paul has lived and worked in 10 countries spanning Asia, Europe, Latin America and North America.
Katie Bush joined CCHM as the museum’s public historian in April 2021. She holds a Masters in Public History from Portland State University (2021) and a Bachelors in History from Western Washington University (2012). Katie was the recipient of the 2020 Oregon Heritage Fellowship from the Oregon State Historic Preservation Office for her work on the policing of impoverished communities in Progressive era Portland. Katie is passionate about surfacing often overlooked or forgotten historical narratives, and looks forward to bringing this enthusiasm to her work at CCHM.
Tanaka Axberg has been a Vancouver resident since 2016. She graduated from WSUV in May of 2021 with her BA in History and recently finished her first year in the History Master’s Program at Portland State University. Tanka has been involved in and contributing to the Fourth Plain Forward project since it’s inception in 2020.
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 and available on a first-come-first-served basis.
For more information, contact the museum at 360-993-5679 or outreach@cchmuseum.org.

Wander Clark County: Battle Ground
2022-08-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Dev’s Coffee Bar, 316 E Main St., Battle Ground, WA, 98604, United States
Learn about Battle Ground’s quirky history, from its beginnings as an immigrant community to an infamous bank robbery in 1946. Discover architectural gems designed by prolific architect Day Hillborn, and hear stories about the people that settled in the communities which eventually became the City of Battle Ground.

Tour will meet in front of Hidden River Roasters – Old Town.

WANDER CLARK COUNTY
Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.

Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.

Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.

Purchase your ticket now!

Wander Clark County: (Her)Story
2022-08-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Vancouver has a long history of powerful, prominent women both in and out of politics. Spend time with us learning about key female figures in Vancouver’s history – their accomplishments, disappointments, and the lasting mark they left on this community. Follow up the tour with a visit to our exhibit (Her)story: Founders, Leaders, and Visionaries which explores the women who have shaped Clark County.
Tour will meet in front of the Clark County Historical Museum.
WANDER CLARK COUNTY
Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.
Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.
Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.
Purchase your ticket now!

Wander Clark County: Old Town Ridgefield
2022-08-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Overlook Park, 113-131 S Main Ave, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
This week we’re celebrating Main Streets with a look at Old Town Ridgefield!. We’ll begin at Overlook Park and enjoy a tour of the sites of the early businesses and landmarks that are still the heart of the community.
Special thanks to this week’s tour sponsors, the Olde Library Inn and the City of Ridgefield.
***This year’s tour is free for Ridgefield residents.***
WANDER CLARK COUNTY
Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.
Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.
Ridgefield residents, please select the “Residents Only” ticket when purchasing your free tour. Residency will be confirmed the morning of the tour.
Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.
Purchase Your Ticket Today!

CCHMuseum presents "Night at the Museum"
2022-08-05 19:30 - 23:00 | Port of Ridgefield, 111 W Division St, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
The Clark County Historical Museum is so excited to be participating in YEAR TWO of Friday Night Flicks!
Doors open on August 5th at 7:30pm and after you park your car, we will have activities for you to participate in and food you can buy. Remember this is a night to not only enjoy each other’s company, but to also fundraise some dollars for the Clark County Historical Museum.
As the sun sets, you’ll be encouraged to return to your car and tune your radio to our audio station for the movie. Then CCHM will offer an opportunity to donate directly to them right before we will launch into our showing of Night at the Museum at dusk!
[All movies for Friday Night Flicks will have captioning on so as to be as accessible as possible]
Included with your ticket purchase is a movie snack pack thanks to Corwin and Frito Lay.
Don’t forget to also buy your tickets for other nights as well. Below are the links to their pages so you can support some other incredible local nonprofits:

July 8th: PAL’s Night, showing Soul
July 15th: Hough’s Night, showing Mr. Holland’s Opus
July 22nd: Ridgefield Main Street’s Night, showing A League of Their Own
July 29th: Rocksolid’s Night, showing Rock Dog

We hope you’ll join us on August 5th for our outdoor screening of Night at the Museum AND come every Friday night for the series!
CCHM’s Friday Night Flicks is presented by the Southwest Washington Contractors Association. We also want to thank our additional sponsors Riverview Community Bank, City of Ridgefield, and Brickhouse Bar and Grill.

"Vancouver Goes to the Movies" with Andy Gregg
2022-08-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Since Vancouverites sat down together to watch a filming of Fitzsimmons and Corbel in 1897, movies have held an important role as both entertainment and community connector. From the opening of the Palace Theater in 1909 to the Kiggins Theatre today, the big screen continues to draw people from all backgrounds together for a singularly solitary and shared experience unmatched by other forms of media. Drawing on his research into the golden age of movie theaters in Vancouver, Gregg explores Vancouver’s movie-going history with a look back at the rise and fall of the single screen theater as well the ways in which movies helped bridge social and racial divides.
Andrew Gregg is a Vancouver native who saw his first big-screen movie at the Kiggins Theatre in 1961. After a K-12 education in Vancouver Public Schools, Gregg graduated from Willamette University, attended Gonzaga University School of Law, and completed a master’s degree in public history at Washington State University. A National Board Certified teacher, Gregg has served as Clark County Arts Commission’s chair, and is currently a Clark County Historic Preservation Commissioner chair. Since 1973, Gregg has written extensively about his hometown.
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.
Doors open at 5pm. Presentation begins at 7pm. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early, as seating is limited and available on a first-come-first-served basis.
For more information, contact the museum at 360-993-5679 or outreach@cchmuseum.org.

Rocksolid presents "Rock Dog"
2022-07-29 19:30 - 23:00 | Port of Ridgefield, 111 W Division St, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
Rocksolid is so excited to be participating in YEAR TWO of Friday Night Flicks!
Doors open at 7:30pm and after you park your car, we will have activities for you to participate in and food you can buy. Remember this is a night to not only enjoy each other’s company, but to also fundraise some dollars for Rocksolid.
As the sun sets, you’ll be encouraged to return to your car and tune your radio to our audio station for the movie. Then Rocksolid will offer an opportunity to donate directly to them right before we will launch into our showing of Rock Dog at dusk!
[All movies for Friday Night Flicks will have captioning on so as to be as accessible as possible]
Included with your ticket purchase is a movie snack pack thanks to Corwin and Frito Lay.
Don’t forget to also buy your tickets for other nights as well. Below are the links to their pages so you can support some other incredible local nonprofits:

July 8th: PAL’s Night, showing Soul
July 15th: Hough’s Night, showing Mr. Holland’s Opus
July 22nd: Ridgefield Main Street’s Night, showing A League of their Own
August 5th: Clark County Historical Museum’s Night, showing Night at the Museum

We hope you’ll join us on July 29th for our outdoor screening of Rock Dog AND come every Friday night for the series!

Wander Clark County: Washougal Memorial Cemetery
2022-07-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Washougal Memorial Cemetery, 3329 Q Street, Washougal, WA, United States
This tour is sponsored by the Camas-Washougal Community Chest. The tour is free for Camas-Washougal residents.

Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.

Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.

Camas and Washougal residents, please select the “Residents Only” ticket when purchasing your free tour. Residency will be confirmed the morning of the tour.
Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.

Purchase Your Ticket Now!

Ridgefield Main Street presents "A League of Their Own"
2022-07-22 19:30 - 23:00 | Port of Ridgefield, 111 W Division St, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
Ridgefield Main Street is so excited to be participating in YEAR TWO of Friday Night Flicks!
Doors open at 7:30pm and after you park your car, we will have activities for you to participate in and food you can buy. Remember this is a night to not only enjoy each other’s company, but to also fundraise some dollars for Ridgefield Main Street.
As the sun sets, you’ll be encouraged to return to your car and tune your radio to our audio station for the movie. Then RMS will offer an opportunity to donate directly to them right before we will launch into our showing of A League of their Own at dusk!
[All movies for Friday Night Flicks will have captioning on so as to be as accessible as possible]
Included with your ticket purchase is a movie snack pack thanks to Corwin and Frito Lay.
Don’t forget to also buy your tickets for other nights as well. Below are the links to their pages so you can support some other incredible local nonprofits:

July 15th: Hough’s Night, showing Mr. Holland’s Opus
July 22nd: Ridgefield Main Street’s Night, showing A League of Their Own
July 29th: Rocksolid’s Night, showing Rock Dog
August 5th: Clark County Historical Museum’s Night, showing Night at the Museum

We hope you’ll join us on July 22nd for our outdoor screening of A League of their Own AND come every Friday night for the series!

Wander Clark County: Parkersville
2022-07-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Parker’s Landing National Historic Site, 24 S A St, Washougal, WA, 98671
One of the oldest incorporated communities, Parker’s Landing began in 1845 when David C. Parker staked his claim amongst the Chinook-speaking Indigenous community and named the area Parkersville. By the 1870s, merchants had purchased much of the land neighboring Parkersville, giving rise to the community known today as Washougal.
Special thanks to this week’s sponsor, the Camas-Washougal Community Chest. ***This tour is free to Camas-Washougal residents***

Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.

Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.

Camas and Washougal residents, please select the “Residents Only” ticket when purchasing your free tour. Residency will be confirmed the morning of the tour.
Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.

Purchase your ticket today!

Hough Foundation presents "Mr. Holland's Opus"
2022-07-15 19:30 - 23:00 | Port of Ridgefield, 111 W Division St, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
The Hough Foundation is so excited to be participating in YEAR TWO of Friday Night Flicks!
Doors open at 7:30pm and after you park your car, we will have activities for you to participate in and food you can buy. Remember this is a night to not only enjoy each other’s company, but to also fundraise some dollars for Hough.
As the sun sets, you’ll be encouraged to return to your car and tune your radio to our audio station for the movie. Then Hough will offer an opportunity to donate directly to them right before we will launch into our showing of Mr. Holland’s Opus at dusk!
[All movies for Friday Night Flicks will have captioning on so as to be as accessible as possible]
Included with your ticket purchase is a movie snack pack thanks to Corwin and Frito Lay.
Don’t forget to also buy your tickets for other nights as well. Below are the links to their pages so you can support some other incredible local nonprofits:

July 8th: PAL’s Night, showing Soul
July 22nd: Ridgefield Main Street’s Night, showing A League of their Own
July 29th: Rocksolid’s Night, showing Rock Dog
August 5th: Clark County Historical Museum’s Night, showing Night at the Museum

We hope you’ll join us on July 15th for our outdoor screening of Mr. Holland’s Opus AND come every Friday night for the series!

Wander Clark County: Esther Short Neighborhood
2022-07-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Slocum House, 605 Esther Street, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
From beautiful Craftsman homes to towering Gothic churches, the residential neighborhoods of downtown Vancouver are full of wondrous sights and stories. This Saturday we’ll explore one of Vancouver’s oldest neighborhood, Esther Short.
Tour will meet in front of the Slocum House.
WANDER CLARK COUNTY
Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.

Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.

Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.

Purchase your ticket today!

PAL of SWWA presents "Soul"
2022-07-08 19:30 - 23:00 | Port of Ridgefield, 111 W Division St, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
The Police Activities League of Southwest Washington is so excited to be participating in YEAR TWO of Friday Night Flicks! Our evening is brought to you by Waste Connections and together we will be providing an evening of fun.
Doors open at 7:30pm and after you park your car, you’ll be able to tour police vehicles, buy some food from local vendors, and play yard games. Remember this is a night to not only enjoy each other’s company, but to also fundraise some dollars for PAL of SWWA.
As the sun sets, you’ll be encouraged to return to your car and tune your radio to our audio station for the movie. Then PAL of SWWA will offer an opportunity to donate directly to them right before we will launch into our showing of Soul at dusk!
[All movies for Friday Night Flicks will have captioning on so as to be as accessible as possible]
Included with your ticket purchase is a movie snack pack thanks to Corwin and Frito Lay.
Don’t forget to also buy your tickets for other nights as well. Below are the links to their pages so you can support some other incredible local nonprofits:

July 15th: Hough’s Night, showing Mr. Holland’s Opus
July 22nd: Ridgefield Main Street’s Night, showing A League of Their Own
July 29th: Rocksolid’s Night, showing Rock Dog
August 5th: Clark County Historical Museum’s Night, showing Night at the Museum

We hope you’ll join us on July 8th for our outdoor screening of Soul AND come every Friday night for the series!

CCHM Speaker Series
2022-07-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Tickets purchased at the door.

CCHMuseum After Hours
2022-07-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Haven’t checked out the museum lately? This month is an Open House! No fuss, no admission. Just a chance wander the exhibits and see what’s new.

Wander Clark County: Downtown Vancouver
2022-06-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Take a tour through through the notable buildings and events in the history of Downtown Vancouver. Along the way, we’ll stop at historic downtown establishments and learn about their current offerings.
Tour will meet in front of the Clark County Historical Museum.
WANDER CLARK COUNTY
Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.
Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.
Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.
Purchase your ticket today!

Museum Closed for Washington Museum Association Conference
2022-06-22 - 2022-06-24 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States

Wander Clark County: Old City Cemetery
2022-06-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Old City Cemetery, 2700 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA, 98661
Whether you are a history buff, love funerary art, or are just curious about the people who shaped this community, a visit to historic Old City Cemetery is a treat! Hear stories of the leaders and visionaries of Vancouver, learn about their struggles and triumphs in building a new life for their families, as we explore one of the city’s earliest cemeteries.
Tour will meet near the cemetery entrance at NE 13th St.
WANDER CLARK COUNTY
Summer is the right time to wander through and learn the stories of people who have lived, worked, and carved out their place in Clark County. Our history tours offer a fascinating glimpse through the windows of time, offering a mix of memories, research, and architectural details.
For each tour, guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a mile, making frequent stops along the way to view buildings, tell stories, and answer questions. Good walking shoes and balance aids are recommended; terrain varies and consists mostly of city sidewalks.
Tours happen rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable shoes and water are recommended. There are no restroom stops on the tours.
Tour are held most Saturdays throughout the summer. Each weekend highlights a different destination.
Members please use code Summer2022 when purchasing your tour. Membership will be confirmed the morning of the tour.
Purchase your ticket today!

Amazing History Race
2022-06-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Clark County Historical Museum and the Police activities League of Southwest Washington have joined up to bring back the Amazing History Race for another year! Huge shout out to Columbia Bank for being this year’s presenting sponsor. We have an exciting scavenger hunt planned for 2022 and we hope you will join us as we “race” through history.
Teams can have up to four people and we have two levels of difficulty: “History Buffs” for those who dabble in history and “Hardcore Historians” who believe they really know their history. Both routes will offer tons of fun and it is a great family activity as well. Each team registration includes a race shirt for each member, a historic medal courtesy of WHY Racing for each member, and an after-race picnic.
You can learn more about the event and even register today on Eventbrite (link below).
We want to thank all our sponsors who are supporting this event: Columbia Bank, WHY Racing, Trap Door Brewing, Brickhouse, Cruise the Couve, Source Climbing, & the Old Library Inn.

CCHM @ Parkersville Day
2022-06-04 12:00 - 15:00 | Parker’s Landing National Historic Site, 24 S A St, Washougal, WA, 98671

CCHMuseum After Hours Community Take-Over
2022-06-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
It’s a community take-over! For our June #CCHMuseum AfterHours, community partner, Summer of Pride Clark County, is taking over the museum for a Community art show. Members of the LGBTQIA+ community will be displaying their finished work and working on projects all evening.
Doors open at 5pm. This is a free, family friendly event.
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 First Friday while exploring our community’s history during #CCHMuseum AfterHours!
Each monthly event showcases a different theme with experiences such as pop-up exhibits, workshops, live performances, author readings, and more. While you’re here, be sure to explore our award winning exhibits to learn about the women who helped build the Clark County or dance through the history of music in our community.
Check out our website for detailed information on each month’s theme and activity.

Pride: Clark County's LGBTQ+ Community Then & Now
2022-06-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Clark County Historical Museum’s 2022 Speaker Series continues on Thursday, June 2, 2022, with “PRIDE: Clark County’s LGBTQ+ Community Then & Now” a panel discussion facilitated by April Buzby (she/they). Doors open at 5 p.m. and the event begins at 7 p.m.
In this event, we’ll explore Clark County’s LGBTQIA+ community’s history – their challenges, experiences, and how life for the community has changed through the years. Joining Buzby are leaders from Clark County Pride Clark County, La Center’s Gay-Straight Alliance, and Summer of Pride to discuss their own lives and experiences as leaders in their community.
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 and available on a first-come-first-served basis.
For more information, contact the museum at 360-993-5679 or outreach@cchmuseum.org.
