Black History Month at Clark College

Temporary Exhibit on Display

Photo Courtesy of Clark County Historical Museum

In honor of Black History Month, the Clark County Historical Museum (CCHM) is proud to announce a special, temporary exhibit on display at the Clark College Bookstore. The exhibit, titled "Foundations," is available throughout the month of February, and offers a sneak peek into the upcoming, larger celebration of the 80th anniversary of the NAACP Vancouver Branch 1139-B, which will open in April 2025.

In partnership with the Vancouver NAACP and CCHM, the exhibit showcases the NAACP Vancouver Branch’s advocacy for racial justice, equality, and community empowerment since 1945. Through images and personal stories, visitors will explore the chapter’s early history, its impact during racial tension and war, and its lasting civil rights legacy. This preview offers a glimpse into Vancouver’s Black history and sets the stage for the full exhibit in April, celebrating 80 years of activism.

The exhibit at the Clark College Bookstore will feature historic photos, documents, and a timeline of key moments, including the struggles faced by Black residents during World War II, the formation of the Vancouver NAACP branch, and its continued work toward social equity. The "Foundations" exhibit will be on display at the Clark College Bookstore, located at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA, from February 3 to 28, 2025 and is open to the public free of charge. The Clark County Historical Museum invites all community members to visit and explore this important preview throughout February.