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Overview of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, located in Vancouver, Washington, and the McLoughlin House Unit, located in Oregon City, Oregon, is part of the National Park Service, within the Department of the Interior.
The 210-acre national park is situated along the north bank of the Columbia River at the southern edge of Vancouver, Washington. Fort Vancouver was first recognized as a national monument in 1948, and was later established as a national historic site in 1961. The McLoughlin House Unit in Oregon City became part of Fort Vancouver National Historic Site in 2003. This site preserves the retirement home of Fort Vancouver's Chief Factor Dr. John McLoughlin and his family. Each year, over one million visitors come to enjoy the unique experiences that only can be had at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site.
At Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, the history of the Pacific Northwest is told at four unique sites, which contain countless stories. We invite you to explore the park's reconstructed British fur trade fort, military history at the US Army's Vancouver Barracks, the history of aviation at Pearson Air Museum, and pedestrian trails to the Fort Vancouver Village and the Columbia River Waterfront.
To find out more about what resources might be available or to contact the park directly, visit the "Accessibility" and "More Information" sections at the end of this audio-described brochure.
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Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, located in Vancouver, Washington, and the McLoughlin House Unit, located in Oregon City, Oregon, is part of the National Park Service, within the Department of the Interior.
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