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Established in 1853 and one of the oldest public parks in the region, Esther Short Park is a five-acre gem in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Anchored at its southeast corner by the Salmon Run Bell Tower, where a Glockenspiel diorama depicts a story of the Chinook Indians, the park is a beautiful green urban space that offers the community an open area in which to enjoy the outdoors.

The park features a large bronze statue of "The Pioneer Mother" at the northern entrance, a large fountain system with various water features, a children’s playground, a beautifully manicured rose garden, and the historic Slocum House. The park hosts a popular farmer’s market every weekend, as well as several outdoor events and concerts throughout the year.

415 W 6th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660, 360-487-8311

Esther Short Park
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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