The following list is a sampling of the many exciting attractions you will find
in Vancouver and the surrounding area. For Regional information, click
here. For information and assistance
on group tours to these locations, please contact
us.
| Main Attractions |
Fort Vancouver National
Historic Site
615 E Reserve Street, Vancouver, WA
Headquarters for the British Hudson’s Bay Company, the bustling fort was
once the center of political, cultural and commercial activities in the Pacific
Northwest. Today, the mid-19th century fur trading outpost comes alive
at the reconstructed fort where interpreters in period clothing re-enact daily
fort life. Group tours available. Special events are scheduled throughout
the year. Open daily.
360-816-6200 |
 Officers Row
750 Anderson Street, Vancouver, WA
Where else in the Northwest can you stroll past 22 preserved Victorian homes
on the National Historic Register? Built in the mid-to-late 1800s, these
beautifully restored homes were built to house U.S. Army officers and their families
stationed at Vancouver Barracks. The O.O. Howard House is open to the public
with the Visitor Information Center, the Grant House features The Restaurant
at the Historic Reserve and Commanders Whiskey and Wine Bar, and the Marshall
House offers tours and an exhibit on General George C. Marshall, it’s most
famous resident. Group tours available.
360-992-1800 |
Pearson Air Museum
1115 E 5th Street, Vancouver, WA
Aviation history is on display at Pearson Air Museum. Exhibition areas
offer a stunning collection of vintage airplanes, interpretive displays, an interactive
children’s center, theater presentations and gift shop. Located
at the oldest continually operating airfield in the U.S., the main exhibition
area hosts special events and dances. Group tours and special event facilities
available.
360-694-7026 |
 Ridgefield National
Wildlife Refuge
1071 S Hillhurst Road, Ridgefield, WA
The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge offers over 5,000 acres of vital migration
and wintering habitat for spring and fall migrating birds. The mild winter climate
and wetlands along the Columbia River create ideal resting and feeding areas
for 180 species of birds such as Canada Geese, Sandhill Cranes, Great Blue Herons,
swans, shore and song birds, and a variety of waterfowl. Visitors can
see these and other magnificent wildlife while driving the 4-mile auto tour or
hiking along the two-mile Oaks to Wetlands Wildlife Trail year-round.
360-887-4106 |
Pendleton Woolen Mills
2 17th Street, Washougal, WA
Visitors can tour the mill and see first-hand 100 percent virgin wool go through
the state-of-the-art dye house, spinning and weaving, and finishing of Pendleton’s
distinctive Indian blankets. After the tour, shop the Mill Outlet Store
and select from Pendleton’s array of quality menswear, womenswear, blankets
and fabrics. Group tours available.
360-835-1118 |
Vancouver Farmers Market
Esther Short Park, Downtown Vancouver, WA
The Farmers’ Market is an eclectic mixture of food, high-end
crafts, farm-direct produce and thriving nursery stock. From April through
October, each year the street adjacent to Esther Short Park comes alive with 150+ vendors offering
local produce, plants, arts and crafts. Food booths with local and international
specialties keep the crowd well-fed while entertainers provide live music.
Esther Short Park between 6th and 8th streets.
360-737-8298
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 Cedar Creek Grist Mill
43907 NE Grist Mill Road, Woodland, WA
The picturesque Cedar Creek Grist Mill is the only grain-grinding mill in Washington
that has maintained its original structural integrity, grinds with stones, and
is water-powered. Built in 1876, the mill has been fully restored as a
working museum and is registered as a National Historic Site. The covered
bridge spanning Cedar Creek adjacent to the mill was rebuilt in 1994, and adds
a scenic backdrop to this popular site drawing visitors from all over the world. Summer
and Fall events at the Mill provide excellent opportunities for visitors to take
a scenic drive and see the inner workings of this historic mill. Open weekends
and available for scheduled tours and demonstrations during the week.
360-225-5832 |
Cathlapotle Plankhouse
1071 S Hillhurst Road, Ridgefield, WA
This full-scale replica of a Chinookan-style cedar plankhouse is located at the
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge at the location of Cathlapotle, one of the
largest Chinookan villages in the area. This Lewis & Clark historical
site is where the Corp of Discovery camped in November 1805 and again in March
1806. Visitors to the Plankhouse can to learn about the culture and habitat
of this area’s original inhabitants. Call ahead to check for hours
of operation.
360-887-4106 |
Pomeroy Living History Farm
20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, WA
Experience 1920’s farm life at the Pomeroy Living History Farm. Period
dressed interpreters help visitors participate in farm activities such as grinding
grain, washing clothes, feeding livestock and making rope at this farmstead registered
on the National Register for Historic Properties. Take a tour through
the 6 bedroom log home. Open the
first full weekend of the month, June through September and special event weekends.
360-686-3537 |
 Chelatchie Prairie Railroad
NE Railroad Avenue, Yacolt, WA
In the logging boom days, this railroad line transported logs to Columbia River
ports. Pulled by a 1929 ALCO 2-8-2T steam locomotive, the train transports passengers
through scenic northern Clark County from Yacolt to Mouton Falls and Chelatchie
Prairie and back. Special events include casino nights, murder mysteries,
staged hold-ups and barbeque trips.
360-686-3559 |
Water Resources Education
Center
4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA
The Water Resources Education Center teaches people of all ages about water resources
and includes hands-on activities in the Exhibit Hall, art work in the Center’s
White Sturgeon Art Gallery, live sturgeon in a 350 gallon aquarium and a panoramic
view of the Columbia River. The center is a “must see” for
anyone concerned about the future of a safe and healthy water supply for people
and wildlife.
360-696-8478 |
Salmon Run Bell Tower and
Glockenspiel
6th & Columbia Street, Downtown Vancouver, WA
The Salmon Run Bell Tower and Glockenspiel is located in Esther Short Park. The
bells were cast in the Netherlands and shipped in for this magnificent public
artwork. There are four 5-foot bronze jumping salmon on the tower and several
jets that spray water down the column. A Chinook Indian story is inscribed
in the basalt column around the base of the tower and a fully animated, three-scene
glockenspiel depicts Chinook Indian legend daily at Noon, then every 2 hours
until 8:00pm. |
 Ilchee Monument & Waterfront Renaissance
Trail
Waterfront Renaissance Trail, Columbia River Drive, Vancouver, WA
This seven-foot tall statue, overlooking the Columbia River, honors the daughter
of Comcomly, a 19th century Chinook chief. According to Native American
lore, Ilchee had the power of a shaman, and she paddled her own canoe, the sign
of a chief. Visitors can view the statue of Illchee while taking a stroll
along the four-mile Waterfront Renaissance Trail which connects downtown Vancouver
with the retail shops and restaurants along the Columbia River waterfront. |
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens
115 S Pekin Rd., Woodland, WA
Step back in time to discover the 1880s Victorian farmhouse and country garden at this national historic site. Visitors can enjoy over 150 varieties of lilacs and some rare and unusual plants and trees in the 19th-century Victorian garden. The 1889 Farmhouse, open only during the annual Lilac Days Festival occurring in April and May, contains many of the original furnishings as well as featured displays of handmade quilts, artwork, antiques and collectibles. The Gardens, open year round, also offers a quaint gift shop in the old carriage barn which has many handcrafted gifts, stationary, and lilac-themed items for sale.
360-225-8996 |
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| Museums |
 Clark County Historical
Museum
1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
The history of Clark County is on display at this Vancouver museum, which is
housed in a former Carnegie Library. Built in 1909, this building is on
the National Register of Historic Sites. Exhibits feature a Native American
gallery, railroad exhibit, American military memorabilia and other artifacts
dating back to the 13th century. Visit an old country store, country kitchen,
and doctor’s office. Group tours available.
360-993-5679 |
Two Rivers Heritage Museum
1 16th Street, Washougal, WA
Located at the confluence of the Columbia River and Washougal River, this historical
museum features the heritage of the Camas and Washougal area. Located
across the street from the Pendleton Woolen Mills, a visit can be combined with
a mill tour and shopping trip to the company store. Group tours available.
360-835-8742 |
North Clark Historical
Museum
21416 399th Street, Amboy, WA
The North Clark Historical Museum shares the area's historical legacy through
educational exhibits on American Indian culture, pioneer heritage & logging. The
museum is in the old Amboy United Brethren Church, a beautiful church dedicated
in 1910, and serving as a landmark in Amboy. Group tours available. 360-274-5800 |
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| Performing Arts |
Old Slocum House Theatre Company
605 Esther Street, Vancouver, WA
Next to Esther Short Park, the Old Slocum House Theater is Vancouver's oldest
non-profit community theater. Located in the historic Slocum House, this
60 seat intimate theatre offers a unique venue for enjoying live theater performances.
360-696-2427 |
 Vancouver Symphony
Orchestra
Skyview High School Concert Hall, 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, with critically acclaimed music director and
conductor Maestro Salvador Brotons is southwest Washington’s very own symphony.
Musical performances run October through May, plus a summer outdoor evening concert
in Esther Short Park.
360-735-7278 |
Bravo! Vancouver Concert Series
St. Joseph Church, 400 S Andreson Road, Vancouver, WA
The Bravo! Concert Series has established itself as one of the premiere choral
groups in the Pacific Northwest, taking pride in its ability to perform diverse
repertoire, and is equally at home performing jazz and popular music.
360-906-0441 |
Clark College Theatre
1800 E McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver, WA
The Clark College Theatre provides a rich cultural focus for the campus and surrounding
community blending theatre, music, dance and art into entertaining and award-winning
productions. For the past two decades, the theatre has been recognized as a leader
in Southwest Washington, with a wide range of plays, which are culturally enriching
and thought-provoking as well as entertaining.
360-992-2000 |
The Amphitheater at Clark County
7200 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield, WA
The Amphitheater at Clark County is a 60,000 square-foot live music venue located
next to the Clark County Event Center and Fairgrounds. The state-of-the
art facility seats almost 8,000 in the reserved covered pavilion area and an
additional 10,000 under the stars on the lawn. The Amphitheater offers
nationally acclaimed acts.
360-816-7000 |
Camas Performing Arts Series
Camas Performing Arts Series presents five musical concerts between September and May of each year in the 720-seat Joyce Garver Theater in Camas. The 90-minute concerts feature national and international artists in a variety of musical genre.
360-834-7807 |
Magenta Theater Company
606 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, the Magenta Theater Company is Vancouver's family-friendly community theater.
Magenta is committed to promoting contemporary new works by local playwrights and musicians in addition to known comedies and mysteries.
360-635-4358 |
Christian Youth Theater
Christian Youth Theater is an arts education program for children and has grown to be the nation’s largest children’s theater organization with programs in thirteen states. The Vancouver organization provides wholesome family entertainment with several Broadway-style musicals performed each year. The cast and crews of these shows are made up of talented CYT students ages 8 to 18. In 2009, CYT won the Best of Clark County award for Best Youth Entertainment Venue.
360-750-8550 |
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| Wineries |
 English Estate Winery
17908 SE First Street, Vancouver
English Estate Winery makes a wide variety of award-winning wines from its own
Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards. The winemaker, Carl English,
takes great pride in the arts of wine grape growing and wine-making. The
quaint European-style buildings, towering trees, and seasonal flowers at this
winery make a perfect setting for tasting wine. Open tasting hours April through December, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 6pm.
360-772-5141 |
Bethany Vineyards
4115 NE 259th Street, Ridgefield, WA
Bethany Vineyard and Winery combines the best traditions of
winemaking with the nearly perfect growing climate of southwest Washington to
produce a wine with distinct flavor and character. Visit the winery and tasting
room and bring a picnic lunch or have them prepare one for you, then take a stroll
through the beautiful lakeside vineyard. Open Saturdays from 11am to 6pm and Sundays 12pm to 5pm and by appointment.
Group tours and special event facilities are available.
360-887-3525 |
Rusty Grape Vineyard
16712 NE 219th Street, Battle Ground, WA
Rusty Grape is producing Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Pinot Gris, and Syrah varietals. An outdoor seasonal amphitheater offers special event movie nights where guests can sip wine, watch a movie, and order appetizers off a menu. Open Fridays 4:30pm to 8pm, Saturdays from Noon to 8pm and Sundays Noon to 6pm for wine tastings and by
appointment. Group tours and special events are available.
360-513-9338 |
Three Brothers Vineyard & Winery
2411 NE 244th Street, Ridgefield, WA
Three Brothers Vineyard & Winery is handcrafting wines from their two vineyards in the Ridgefield area including Pinot Noir, Cabernet, Syrah, Merlot, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer and Chenin Blanc. Their outdoor picnic area and stage is the perfect setting for summer concerts and events and the barrel room is available to rent for private parties. Open Saturdays from 11am to 6pm most holiday weekends and by appointment. Group tours and special events welcome.
360-887-2085
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Confluence Vineyards and Winery
19111 NW 67th Avenue, Ridgefield, WA
Confluence Vineyards and Winery is a small and quaint boutique winery focused on small production levels of very high quality wine. The name Confluence is derived from the area, where rivers meet as well as the vision of a great place where people can meet, relax and share a good time while enjoying quality wines. The winery uses grapes from several growers throughout Washington State, then creates a blend that meets their high standards of excellence.
360-887-2343 |
East Fork Cellars
24415 NE 10th Ave., Ridgefield, WA
East Fork Cellars specializes in creating wonderful blends of red varietals and offers a "Blend Your Own" program where you can make and private label your own special wine. The vineyard located in North Clark County, grows pinot noir, pinot gris, and chardonnay. The rich, alluvial soils and temperatures moderated by the East Fork of the Lewis River provide the outstanding characteristics of these estate wines. Open Tuesday - Saturday, 11am to 7pm, Sunday noon to 7pm. Group tours and special events welcome.
360-607-8430 |
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| Galleries |
 Firehouse Glass
518 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
Firehouse Glass is located in downtown Vancouver in the historic Vancouver National
Bank Building built in 1906. Visitors can stop in and see local artists
and nationally acclaimed masters form molten glass into breathtaking art. The
gallery offers rotating shows throughout the year, showcasing unique one-of-a-king
pieces of glass art.
360-695-2660 |
Art on the Boulevard
210 W Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA
A project of Friends of the Arts, Art on the Boulevard's mission is to establish a community environment in which the arts flourish. A space of 12,000+ sq. feet and the work of 51 artists allows the gallery to display a wide variety of media and styles.
360-750-4499 |
Angst Gallery
1015 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
Angst Gallery features work from local artists in music, poetry and the visual arts.
360-253-1742 |
Gallery 21
1013 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
Gallery 21 is a co-operative gallery featuring a comprehensive collection of
watercolors, glassware, acrylics, photography and jewelry by Northwest artists.
360-699-4744 |
North Bank Artists Gallery
1005 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
North Bank Artists Gallery features work in photography, watercolors, acrylics,
and hand-dyed silks. Open Studio Night offers a glimpse of the artists at work
in their studios. Gallery
space is available for receptions and special events.
360-693-1840 |
 White Sturgeon Art
Gallery
4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA
The White Sturgeon Art Gallery, located in the Water Resources Education Center,
features paintings and photography with spectacular water thematic exhibits by
local artists. 360-696-8478 |
Aurora Gallery
1004 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
Aurora Gallery offers Northwest comtemporary artwork, jewelry, and glass work. Poster prints and custom framing are also are available.
360-696-0449 |
Sixth Street Gallery
105 W 6th Street, Vancouver, WA
Sixth Street Gallery brings a variety of artists together to celebrate and showcase
their talents. The gallery displays art of photography, sculptures, drawings,
acrylics, and original paintings.
360-693-7340 |
Nevado Art Gallery
428 NE 4th Ave, Camas, WA
Nevado Art Gallery displays both local and international works of art, from watercolors to clays and carvings.
360-833-4589 |
Second Story Gallery
625 NE Fourth Avenue, Camas, WA
Second Story Gallery, located at the Camas Public Library features local artists with new showings every month.
360-834-4692 |
Cupola Gallery
510 E. Main Street, Battle Ground, WA
The Cupola Gallery features community artists and cooperatively displays, sells and teaches art. |
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| River
Cruises |
 Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge – This
triple-decker paddle wheeler offers sightseeing and meal cruises
in the Columbia River Gorge. Specialty cruises are available.
541-374-8427 or 800-643-1354 |
Portland Spirit – Portland
Spirit offers several sightseeing and meal cruises on the Columbia
and Willamette rivers aboard the Portland Spirit, Willamette
Star, Crystal Dolphin, and the Outrageous
Jetboat. All vessels in the Portland Spirit fleet offer
enclosed, climate-controlled dining decks giving passengers
a comfortable trip any time of year in any weather. Specialty
cruises are available.
503-224-3900 or 800-224-3901 |
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