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Plinian eruption of Mount St. Helens in 1980

Volcano Views and Brews

Returning in Fall 2025!

This popular lecture series about Pacific Northwest natural and cultural history began in 2007 and continues today with both online and in-person events. These fascinating topics and lively speakers make for an enjoyable and horizon-widening evening, so register today!

MSHI typically offers Volcano Views and Brews science pub lectures in the fall, winter, and spring. Check back on this website or visit our Facebook page for information about our next event!


Typical events:

  • Are held on a weeknight at a Vancouver, WA area brewery
  • Begin at 6:30 pm
  • Attendees often purchase dinner and beer from the venue to eat during the program
  • Admission is generally $10


Past events:

May 2025: Voices of the Volcano with Alysa Adams

April 2025: The Pacific Crest Trail, Southwest Washington Edition with Jeanine Russell

March 2025: Big River: Resilience and Renewal in the Columbia Basin with David Moskowitz



  • Please contact us with any topic or presenter suggestions.
  • You can donate to support Views & Brews here.
  • Interested in sponsoring a future Views & Brews event? Contact Sarah.
  • See select past lectures on our YouTube channel.

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