Author Talk With Dede Montgomery Explores Columbia River History (Photo) - 02/26/26

Vancouver, WA – February 24, 2026 - The Clark County Historical Museum invites the public to a free author talk with Oregon writer Dede Montgomery on Saturday, March 28 at noon at the historic Covington House, 4201 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98663.

Montgomery, a sixth-generation Oregonian and author of six books, will discuss the historical and family inspirations behind her work, including her latest novel, A Map of Her Own. Set across contemporary Astoria and early 1900s Camas, the novel weaves personal discovery with the rich history of the Columbia River region.

During the talk, Montgomery will highlight stories of early settlers, maritime history, and influential regional figures, connecting her family’s legacy to the broader Pacific Northwest narrative. Attendees will gain insight into how place, memory, and history shape her storytelling. Montgomery’s books will be available for purchase after the presentation.

This free event is open to the public, but registration is strongly encouraged to reserve your spot. Register online at cchmuseum.org.

Clark County Historical Museum Speaker Series Explores The History And Social Impact Of Women’s Undergarments (Photo) - 02/10/26

Camas, WA — The Clark County Historical Museum invites the community to a lively and thought-provoking installment of its Speaker Series, Hidden Layers: Women’s Undergarments and How They’ve Shaped Ladies’ Liberties, on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at the Camas Public Library.

From corsets and petticoats to modern foundations designed for comfort and freedom, women’s undergarments have long reflected changing ideas about modesty, beauty, and independence. This engaging talk examines how these intimate garments tell a broader story about women’s lives, rights, and evolving roles in society.

Blending humor with historical insight, the program explores how fashion has both restricted and liberated the female body over time. Attendees will uncover how innovations in comfort, function, and design parallel larger movements for gender equality and social change.

The presentation will be led by Diane Johnston, a theatrical costume designer with more than 35 years of experience creating costumes for productions throughout the region. Johnston holds an MFA in costume design and is a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.

This program is presented with the generous support of Humanities Washington, the Camas Public Library, and the Clark County Historic Preservation Commission.

This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
Doors Open: 6 PM
Talk Begins: 7 PM

Location: Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas, WA 98607
Admission: Free (registration required)

For more information or to register, visit cchmuseum.org

NAACP And Clark County Historical Museum Present Where Faith Meets Freedom: Jesus, The Cross, And Liberation (Photo) - 02/03/26

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Event Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM; discussion begins at 6:30 PM
Location: Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660
Cost: Free; registration recommended
More information at cchmuseum.org

Produced by: NAACP Vancouver Chapter 1139-B in collaboration with the Clark County Historical Museum

NAACP and Clark County Historical Museum Present

Where Faith Meets Freedom: Jesus, the Cross, and Liberation

VANCOUVER, WA — In observance of Black History Month, the NAACP Vancouver Chapter 1139-B and the Clark County Historical Museum invite the community to a facilitated conversation: Where Faith Meets Freedom: Jesus, the Cross, and Liberation on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

This free public program centers on two foundational works of Black theology: The Cross and the Lynching Tree by the Rev. Dr. James H. Cone and Jesus and the Disinherited by the Rev. Dr. Howard Thurman. Both titles are part of the NAACP and Clark County Historical Museum’s joint reading list and offer powerful frameworks for understanding faith as a force for dignity, resistance, and liberation.

Together, these texts confront the enduring realities of racial violence, oppression, and suffering while affirming the spiritual strength that emerges from struggle. Cone draws a direct connection between the crucifixion of Jesus and the history of lynching in America, urging readers to understand the cross through the lived experiences of Black suffering and survival. Thurman speaks to those pushed to the margins, presenting Jesus as a source of courage, nonviolence, and hope for those whose backs are against the wall.

The conversation will be guided by local faith and community leaders, including Rev. Michael Jones Jr., Vice President of the NAACP Vancouver Chapter; Rev. Dr. Joyce Smith, Pastor of Community AME Zion Church in Vancouver; and Pastor Byron Harris of Vancouver Heights United Methodist Church. Together with attendees, the panel will explore how these works speak to one another, where faith and freedom intersect, and why their messages remain deeply relevant today—personally, spiritually, and socially.

Registration is recommended, as space is limited. This event is free and open to the public. More information at www.cchmuseum.org.

Organizer:
Rev. Michael Jones Jr.
Vice President, NAACP Vancouver Chapter
vicepresident@naacpvancouverwa.org