The Historic Trust

Join The Historic Trust for an engaging presentation on one of Vancouver Barracks’ most influential commanders. Ohio native and Civil War veteran General Thomas M. Anderson (1836-1917) commanded the 14th Infantry at Vancouver Barracks from 1886-1898. As one of the longer-serving commanders, he and his family had time to become active in the community as […]

As part of America's 250th, this tour will take guests into three different historic homes on Vancouver's Officers Row, the 1849 Grant House, 1878 Howard House, and 1886 Marshall House. Visitors will learn about the history and architecture of each of the different houses, which were originally homes of officers serving at the former Vancouver […]

The Historic Trust is presenting an exploration of the architecture and history of mid-twentieth century Vancouver with State Architectural Historian Michael Houser. Learn about mid-century modern architectural styles, and the builders and designers who brought them to life. Houser will highlight several notable local designers including Day W. Hilborn, Donald Stewart, Keith Bradbury, and William […]

Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month with a tour of the Vancouver Barracks Post Hospital, built in 1904. Tours of the Colonial Revival Building are offered at 9 and 11 am, and 1 pm. The program begins with a history overview in the Red Cross Building and then tourgoers go across the street for a self-guided […]