CCHM Haunted History Walking Tours

Are you curious to hear tales of what haunts the buildings and streets of Downtown Vancouver? Interested in the strange and peculiar side of our local history? Then join us as we take an excursion through Clark County’s haunted history. Friday and Saturday evenings in September and October, guides from the Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) will lead inquiring minds to the answers. Join them on walking tours along Main Street and beyond to uncover the unexplained in this historic city. A mix of […]

CREDC’s Innovation Showcase

Vancouver Innovation Center 18110 SE 34th St, Vancouver, Washington, United States

CREDC’s Inaugural Innovation Showcase on October 26, an exciting, interactive event where top Clark County innovators will showcase cutting-edge technologies and solutions that impact our community—and the world. From clean tech innovations to hydrogen buses, you'll get a hands-on look at the techniques driving our future. This event will be held at the Vancouver Innovation Center (VIC). This family-friendly event has something for everyone! Kids can enjoy fun activities like coloring stations, snacks, and prizes, while students and adults explore how local industry leaders […]

Fall Fest Nature Day at Columbia Springs

You're invited! Join us for our “Fall Fest” Nature Day at Columbia Springs. When: 10:00am-1:00pm on Saturday, October 26th, 2024 Where: Columbia Springs (12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA 98683) What: A day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring fall at Columbia Springs. This event is designed to be engaging for people of all ages – from preschool age kids to elementary, middle, and high school students, and adults. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Just bring your curiosity and be prepared for […]

CCHM Haunted History Walking Tours

Are you curious to hear tales of what haunts the buildings and streets of Downtown Vancouver? Interested in the strange and peculiar side of our local history? Then join us as we take an excursion through Clark County’s haunted history. Friday and Saturday evenings in September and October, guides from the Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) will lead inquiring minds to the answers. Join them on walking tours along Main Street and beyond to uncover the unexplained in this historic city. A mix of […]

Historic Monuments in Washington State: Community Conversation – Clark County

How should monuments in our community help us understand the past? Your feedback will help us develop tools to enrich public understanding of Washington history. Our community conversation moderated by Sarah Pharaon, will focus on the Firsts Monument erected by the Washington State Historical Society by Officers Row in the Vancouver Historic Reserve. About the Project: In 2022 the Washington State Historical Society (WSHS) received a grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services for a project called Dialogue in Place, a process […]

Speaker Series – Vancouver’s Legacy of Alternative Education: Rooted in Evergreen’s Alternative Learning Program

The Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) is excited to present retired alternative educator Pepper Kim as November’s Speaker Series lecturer on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Her talk titled "Vancouver's Legacy of Alternative Education" will explore non-traditional education in Clark County. Doors open at 6:00 pm and the program begins at 7:00 pm. Pepper will delve into the development of the non-traditional learning opportunities for students of Clark County from the 1970s onward, from the humble beginnings of the Rainbow Gardens Learning and Food Cooperative […]

IDEAfest 2024: Rooted in Love… Nurtured by CommUNITY!

We are thrilled to extend our warmest invitation to you for IDEAfest 2024, SW Washington and Vancouver's annual one-day gathering of innovators, thinkers, creatives, and makers like yourself! This year's event promises to be a celebration of creativity and exploration as we come together to connect, inspire, and shape the future of our community. Our theme for this year is Rooted in Love… Nurtured by CommUNITY! We look to discover what a connected community looks like and what we can nurture together, tied together […]

Stomp and Shout: The Untold Story of Northwest Rock & Roll

Northwest Rock & Roll’s historical highpoints are well documented—in the late 20th century, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, and other grunge gods took the world by storm. Previously, Seattle’s Queensrÿche and Heart had ruled the heavy metal realm. And prior to that, The Wailers, The Kingsmen, Paul Revere and The Raiders, and The Sonics had all fueled local teen dances with garage-rock versions of the region’s signature song, “Louie Louie.” Yet these iconic bands are only half the story. In this talk, join author Peter […]

Super Plants Nature Day at Columbia Springs

You're invited! Join us for our Super Plants Nature Day at Columbia Springs. When: 10:00am-1:00pm on Saturday, November 23, 2024 Where: Columbia Springs (12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA 98683) What: A day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring Super Plants at Columbia Springs. This event is designed to be engaging for people of all ages – from preschool age kids to elementary, middle, and high school students, and adults. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Just bring your curiosity and be prepared […]

Vancouver Holiday Market

Join us for the Vancouver Holiday Market at the Hilton Hotel in downtown Vancouver! From November 29th to December 1st, explore over 70 vendors offering unique holiday artisan goods, gifts, and treats. Whether you're looking for one-of-a-kind presents or festive treats to enjoy, you'll find it all here!

Columbia Springs Repair Event

Please join us for our next Repair event! What: Bring your broken household items to be fixed by experienced volunteer fixers – for free! Date: Saturday, December, 7th 2024 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, onsite check in closes at 12:30 PM. Where: Washington Grange No. 82 (7701 NE Ward Rd. Vancouver, WA 98682) How: Please preregister here: https://www.columbiasprings.org/repair_registration The Repair program is run by dedicated volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering, or have questions, please email repairclarkcounty@gmail.com. For more information about what […]

Circle of Life Chum Salmon Celebration

It’s chum salmon season! On December 7th, welcome our returning salmon home at this family-friendly event hosted by the Wood & Gordon families. When: Saturday, December 7th, 2:00-4:00pm (drop in when it works for you! we'll feature a couple of speakers at 3:00pm) Where: Wood's Landing, SE Riverwood Ln, Vancouver, WA Why: To celebrate the return of the spawning chum salmon. How: Park and meet us in the Columbia Springs parking lot at 2:00pm to walk as a group to the spawning site. OR […]

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