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SUMMARY:Mid-Century Modern Vancouver
DESCRIPTION: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 D. Cassady. \nHouser has served as the Architectural Historian for the State of Washington for more than 20 years\, and has a long record of helping building owners and the general public understand and connect with the architecture and history of their communities. Currently he manages the State and National Register programs at the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation in Olympia\, as well as Washington’s unique Heritage Barn Program. Houser helped heighten public awareness of post-WWII resources by establishing the “Nifty-from-the-Last 50 Initiative\,” which has documented over 300 mid-century modern buildings across the state and continues to grow. Recent projects include writing biographies of architects and building designers who practiced around the state\, and a study of the late 1950s nationwide Gold Medallion Home program\, which promoted the use of residential electricity. \nVancouver native Houser holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Idaho and a Master of Science Degree in Historic Preservation from Eastern Michigan University.  Previous jobs included working as the Historic Preservation Planner for Deschutes County\, OR. Earlier experience includes time at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn\, MI and survey work for the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana. \nThe program is free\, but pre-registration is suggested as space is limited. The Historic Trust Speaker Series is sponsored by University Village. The photo of the 1963 Vancouver Community Library designed by William Cassady is courtesy of the City of Vancouver.
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/mid-century-modern-vancouver/
LOCATION:Red Cross Building\, 605 Barnes St\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98661\, United States
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SUMMARY:General Thomas Anderson at Vancouver Barracks
DESCRIPTION: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 well as at the post. Presenter Jeff Davis (Major\, U.S. Army\, Ret.) will discuss Anderson’s service in the context of the larger history of Vancouver Barracks. Anderson’s family had long-time association with this area as he was a grand-nephew of William Clark of the Corps of Discovery\, and his namesake son also served at Vancouver Barracks. The desk Anderson used while serving in Vancouver was donated to the Clark County Historical Museum and is on display at the former commander’s home\, now known as the Howard House. \nJeff Davis is an archaeologist and was active with the Vancouver Barracks Military Association for many years. A native of Vancouver where his Army father was based\, Davis joined the Army Reserve out of high school and served for many years around the world\, and also at Vancouver Barracks. He has authored and contributed to many books and other publications on military and Northwest history and is a frequent public speaker and tour guide. \nThe program is free but space is limited. Pre-registration is encouraged. The Trust thanks the Clark County Historical Museum for use of the photo of the Anderson family. \nThe Historic Trust Speaker Series is sponsored by University Village.
URL:https://america250wa.org/event/general-thomas-anderson-at-vancouver-barracks/
LOCATION:Red Cross Building\, 605 Barnes St\, Vancouver\, WA\, 98661\, United States
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