BARK Ranger Led Tour

At 9:30 am, join Fort Vancouver Volunteer BARK Ranger Ambassador for a guided walk through Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and discover how you and your four-legged companion can safely enjoy the park while helping protect park resources, wildlife, and other visit......More

At 9:30 am, join Fort Vancouver Volunteer BARK Ranger Ambassador for a guided walk through Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and discover how you and your four-legged companion can safely enjoy the park while helping protect park resources, wildlife, and other visitors.These volunteer-led tours provide an opportunity to learn about the history of the park through the lens of our canine friends. Participants will learn about the BARK Ranger program, explore the park's history and landscapes, and discover ways to be responsible stewards of public lands with their dogs. Tours begin at the Visitor Center and take participants on a journey down to the reconstructed fort.Program starts at the Visitor Center. 

Author Book Release and Talk on a Story of the Old Apple Tree

To honor the planting of the Northwest's oldest apple tree and the launch of the region's fruit industry, Fort volunteer Richard Wing and talented artist Pamela Gunn have teamed up to publish a lovely illustrated book about the story of the "Old Apple Tree" planted in 1......More

To honor the planting of the Northwest's oldest apple tree and the launch of the region's fruit industry, Fort volunteer Richard Wing and talented artist Pamela Gunn have teamed up to publish a lovely illustrated book about the story of the "Old Apple Tree" planted in 1826. The book recounts the tree's contributions through saplings that grew into orchards that contributed to Washington known as the "Apple State." The community's ongoing efforts at Vancouver help preserve the tree's legacy through - festivals, educational programs and the propagation of her cuttings. Join us to hear this wonderful story of a fruitful legacy that endures today.

Friends of Fort Vancouver Garden Fair

Join the Friends of Fort Vancouver, in partnership with the National Park Service on Saturday, July 20, 10 am to 5 pm, in the Heritage Garden and Building 410 adjacent to the fort.Spend the day exploring the Heritage Garden while celebrating the history, beauty, and tra......More

Join the Friends of Fort Vancouver, in partnership with the National Park Service on Saturday, July 20, 10 am to 5 pm, in the Heritage Garden and Building 410 adjacent to the fort.Spend the day exploring the Heritage Garden while celebrating the history, beauty, and traditions of gardening. Visitors can enjoy exhibits, heritage seeds, artwork, handcrafted baskets, books, costumed interpreters, hanging baskets, snacks, and much more.The Heritage Garden will be open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. A Beer and Wine Garden will also be available from Noon to 5:00 PM.Whether you are an experienced gardener, a history enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique community event, the Heritage Garden Fair offers something for everyone.

This event will take place at the historic garden of Fort Vancouver.

Summer Promenade

Join us on Saturday, June 27, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for Fort Vancouver's annual Summer Promenade, a lively celebration of history, fashion, and community.Experience 100 years of historic clothing and style as participants showcase fashions spanning 1845 to 1945 while ......More

Join us on Saturday, June 27, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for Fort Vancouver's annual Summer Promenade, a lively celebration of history, fashion, and community.Experience 100 years of historic clothing and style as participants showcase fashions spanning 1845 to 1945 while strolling through the historic Parade Ground and along Evergreen Boulevard. From Victorian elegance to early 20th-century attire, the Summer Promenade brings history to life through clothing, conversation, and fun.

Fort Vancouver Visitor Center, 1501 East Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661

Garrison Flag Raising

As part of celebrating Independence Day Weekend, Fort Vancouver National Historic Site will conduct a special raising of the historic Garrison Flag at 11:00 AM on July 2. Traditionally, the Garrison Flag is flown only during Memorial Day observances. This year, park sta......More

As part of celebrating Independence Day Weekend, Fort Vancouver National Historic Site will conduct a special raising of the historic Garrison Flag at 11:00 AM on July 2. Traditionally, the Garrison Flag is flown only during Memorial Day observances. This year, park staff will raise the Garrison Flag and fly it throughout Independence Day weekend.

VC Talk (Program theme and topic being developed)

Talk provided by the Friends of Fort Vancouver. The talk topic being developed. This section will be updated soon. 

Independence Day Weekend, Movie in the Park, Presented by the City of Vancouver

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to close out the evening with a film screening of “A League of Their Own” (PG) under the stars, sponsored by Kaiser Permanente.

BARK Ranger Led Tour

At 9:30 am, join Fort Vancouver Volunteer BARK Ranger Ambassador for a guided walk through Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and discover how you and your four-legged companion can safely enjoy the park while helping protect park resources, wildlife, and other visit......More

At 9:30 am, join Fort Vancouver Volunteer BARK Ranger Ambassador for a guided walk through Fort Vancouver National Historic Site and discover how you and your four-legged companion can safely enjoy the park while helping protect park resources, wildlife, and other visitors.These volunteer-led tours provide an opportunity to learn about the history of the park through the lens of our canine friends. Participants will learn about the BARK Ranger program, explore the park's history and landscapes, and discover ways to be responsible stewards of public lands with their dogs. Tours begin at the Visitor Center and take participants on a journey down to the reconstructed fort.Program starts at the Visitor Center. 

World War II Encampment

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is pleased to host a World War II living history encampment on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 9 am to 4 pm. The event will take place on the Fort Vancouver Parade Grounds. This free event is offered in partnership with Living History......More

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is pleased to host a World War II living history encampment on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 9 am to 4 pm. The event will take place on the Fort Vancouver Parade Grounds. This free event is offered in partnership with Living History Group Northwest, a living history community that unites local groups who honor and share the stories of America's fighting forces during World War II. The Fort Vancouver Parade Ground features a grassy terrain that is not entirely flat, which may present difficulties for individuals with mobility issues. Uneven surfaces, slopes, and potential obstacles can make navigating the area challenging for those who use wheelchairs, walkers, or have other mobility concerns. 

Fort Vancouver Parade Grounds, near the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center. Address: 1501 E Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98661