Clark County History
Celebrating the rich history of our community, we explore the roots of Vancouver and Clark County. Read past stories exploring local communities, towns and people.
Through photos and articles you will gain a better understanding of the history of this wonderful community we live in!
Historical People
A brief history of some very interesting people in Clark County's past. Click here to read about people that helped shape this area.Lewis and Clark: Their journey took 2 years four months and sixteen days.
The Columbian Timeline
From 1890 to the new Columbian building, take a look at the history of The Columbian Newspaper. Click Here.Clark County: Volume I, II, and III
Discover Clark County's history as seen through the eyes of photographers, local museums and contributions from the community. These beautiful coffee table books make a great gift or addition to your own collection of historic books. Call The Columbian at 360.694.3391 or click here to purchase books.Mt. St. Helens
Then and Now: Mount Saint Helens - May 18th 1980Disasters and more
» Flood of 1948» River Frozen
» Columbus Day Storm
» The tornado of April 5, 1972
» The tornado of January 10, 2008
» Yacolt Burn 1902
Clark County Names
Names in Clark CountyBattle Ground where there was no battle ... How did Minnehaha get its name?
Vancouver History
» Christening Ceremony» From furs to frivolity, city boasts firsts
» Vancouver (through World War II)
» Single Vote Robbed Vancouver of State Capitol
» A Look Back at Vancouver History
Early Transportation
» I-205 Bridge» Highway 14
» Interstate 5
» Sternwheeler
» Pearson Airport
