Fort Vancouver was a 19th-century fur trading post located in present-day Vancouver, Washington. Established by the Hudson's Bay Company in 1825, it served as the headquarters for the company's operations in the Pacific Northwest. The fort was a vital center for trade, agriculture, and cultural exchange between European settlers and Indigenous peoples. The site features reconstructed buildings, including the stockade, blacksmith shop, and barracks, which provide insight into life during the fur trade era. Today, Fort Vancouver is part of the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, where visitors can explore the history and significance of this important location.