About the
Center for Columbia River HistoryThe Center for Columbia River History
[CCRH] is a regional consortium of Washington State Historical Society, Washington State
University Vancouver, and Portland State University. Since
1990 it has presented educational programs and promoted discussion
about the history of the Columbia River Basin. Located in the O.O. Howard House in
Vancouver's National Historic Reserve, the Center cooperates with other institutions in
the region to promote interdisciplinary research, develop curriculum and exhibits, publish
materials in electronic and text forms, teach special courses, and present public
programs, including lectures, symposia, films, and performances.
The Center's Mission
The Center for Columbia River History is dedicated to promoting broad public
discussions about Columbia River Basin History and its connection to the present through
application of critical historical methodology, creative public history products, and
direct engagement with Columbia River Basin communities.
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