CALENDAR NEWS RELEASE
July 1, 2010
For more information:
Christina Starr
206.352.6402 / cstarr@frause.com
Vancouver, Wash. to Host Two Summer Events Featuring Rare
Collections of Antique Cars and Airplanes
Prestigious Concours d'Elegance to be held in Vancouver for first time
What: Vancouver, Wash., located in the southwestern corner of the state and just
minutes from downtown Portland, Ore., is hosting two great events taking
place August 20-22:
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Annual Northwest Antique Aircraft Association's Fly-in
Unique antique and vintage airplanes from across the country will be on
display at the historic Pearson Airfield, the oldest operating airfield in the
U.S. View more than 200 planes and meet the pilots, then visit the
adjacent Pearson Air Museum for a glimpse into "The Golden Age of
Aviation." Admission to the Fly-in is $8 for adults and $5 for children 6-12
(under 6 are free). Admission to the museum is $7 for adults and $5 for
children 6-17 (under 6 are free). For more information, visit
www.fortvan.org or call (360) 816-6230.
- Concours d'Elegance
For the first time ever, the prestigious Concours d'Elegance has selected
Vancouver for its showcase of classic cars. View rare autos including
exotic cars like Ferraris and Alfa Romeos, along with antique cars such
as Ford's Model T. More than 200 cars will be parked along the scenic
Officers Row in downtown Vancouver. Tickets are just $10.
When / Where: August 20-22: Northwest Antique Aircraft Association's Fly-in
Fort Vancouver's Pearson Air Field (1115 E. Fifth Street, Vancouver)
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
August 22: Concours d'Elegance
Officers Row, Fort Vancouver
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For more information and details on visiting Vancouver, Wash. and the surrounding area, visit
www.VisitVancouverUSA.com or call (877) 224-4214.
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