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Fort Vancouver National Historic SiteStaff and volunteers pose during the annual Candlelight Tour special event
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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Things To Do
 
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Interpretive programs - such as talks, demonstrations and encampments - are an exciting way to learn about the site and its history.

Fort Vancouver NHS and the McLoughlin House unit offer a variety of opportunities for people of all interests and ages.

Whether you prefer a solitary walk along a shaded historic pathway, the company of thousands of people at a special commemorative event, or an activity somewhere in between, Fort Vancouver NHS hosts many diverse activities and programs from which to choose.

For the latest information on things to do in the park, please contact the park's Visitor Center at 360-816-6230 or click on one of the links we've provided below for a list of current programming.

 

Current Program Highlights

For 2008, we are offering the largest number of events, programs, and activities ever available in the history of the park!

From hands-on opportunities to walks to evening programs by candlelight, there are many activities for many different interests.

To see what exciting options are available, please review our 2008 Schedule of Events by clicking here.

If you have questions, please contact the Visitor Center Information Desk at 360-816-6230 for more information.

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Upcoming Special Events
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Kids Digs
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Research in the park
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Reconstructed stockade at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site  

Did You Know?
Did you know that the Pacific Northwest’s first hospital, school, orchard, library, grist mill, saw mill, shipyard, and dairy were all established at the Hudson's Bay Company's Fort Vancouver? Learn more about this by visiting Fort Vancouver National Historic Site!
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Last Updated: January 28, 2008 at 12:03 EST