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John Charles Fremont (Sacramento)
An examination of Fremont's expeditionary routes and new discoveries of historic campsites.
http://www.longcamp.com/
John Marsh Historic Trust (Brentwood)
Marsh Biography Marsh House News Stories Friends of Marsh Board of Directors Contributions History Books Marsh E-Mail NOTICE! Visitors to the John Marsh Historic Trust, Inc. website may now make ...
http://www.johnmarshhouse.com/
John Muir Exhibit (Martinez)
The John Muir Exhibit features extensive materials concerning the life and legacy of John Muir, naturalist, writer, conservationist, and founder of the Sierra Club.
http://www.sierraclub.org/john_muir_exhibit/
K & K Publications
Books on California history and the Old West, Research, Events, Donner Party, Music
http://www.cal-history.org/
LearnCalifornia.org
Welcome to LearnCalifornia.org, the electronic resource for students, teachers and everyone else interested in California history! This easy to use site combines the collections of the California ...
http://www.learncalifornia.org/
Little Town of Rough and Ready (Rough and Ready)
The Little Town of Rough and Ready California State Historic Landmark 294 Plaque Photo: 04/15/96 #294 Rough and Ready Established in 1849, and named after the Rough and Ready Company of miners ...
http://www.sonic.net/~laird/landmarks/counties/200-299/294.html
Livermore Heritage Guild (Livermore)
P.O. Box 961 Livermore, CA 94551-0961 925-449-9927 The goal of the Livermore Heritage Guild is expressed by its motto, "Help save yesterday for tomorrow." The Guild is an information ...
http://www.lhg.org/
Locke - The Last Chinese town in California (Locke)
Locke - The casinos, Chinese clubs, brothels and school houses still stand, but the last Chinese town in America is running out of time, by Ron Gluckman
http://www.gluckman.com/Locke.html
Lompoc Valley Historical Society (Lompoc)
Earthquake News! Our 128 year old house withstood the ride of the San Simeon earthquake with pride and stoicism! Just a few photos were sent askew and a couple of items toppled over, but not ...
http://www.lompochistory.org/
Los Angeles and the Problem of Urban Historical Knowledge (Los Angeles County)
Philip J. Ethington History Department, University of Southern California Los Angeles and the Problem of Urban Historical Knowledge A Multimedia Essay to Accompany the December Issue of The ...
http://cwis.usc.edu/dept/LAS/history/historylab/LAPUHK/
Los Angeles Fire Department Historical Archive (Los Angeles)
Historical Archive of the Los Angeles Fire Department. From the Volunteers to the paid Los Angeles Fire Department, From the era of the Horses to Motorized Apparatus the Archive contains photos, ...
http://www.lafire.com/
Los Angeles Police Historical Society (Los Angeles)
The mission of the Los Angeles Police Historical Societyis to enhance public safety by building a bridge of understanding and support between our community and its police department. We bring people closer together through a unique combination of a
http://www.laphs.com/
Los californios (San Diego)
Los californios ® Photo by John Odam From left:Janet Martini, Peter DuBois, David Swarens, Vykki Mende Gray At Mission San Luis Rey. Los californios®, based in San Diego, California, play and sing ...
http://www.beardshampoo.com/Loscalifornios/
LUPIN: Historical and Cultural Resources for Humboldt County (Humboldt County)
Historical and Cultural Resources for Humboldt County
http://www.ceres.ca.gov/planning/counties/Humboldt/history.html
Manhattan Beach Historical Society (Manhattan Beach)
http://www.manhattanbeachhistorical.org/
Mare Island Historic Park Foundation (Vallejo)
HOME PAGE Flash: 150th Anniversary of M. I. Click Here MARE ISLAND HISTORIC PARK FOUNDATION Help Return USS DRUM (SSN 677) to her birthplace, MARE ISLAND For more information about saving the USS ...
http://www.mareislandhpf.org/
Mariposa County (Mariposa County)
MARIPOSA COUNTY CALIFORNIA 1895 1895 U.S. Atlas CA Page 1895 U.S. Atlas Main Title Page Livingston County MI Historical Genealogical Project USGenNet.org - The 1st ONLY 501c3 host for genealogical ...
http://www.livgenmi.com/1895/CA/County/mariposa.htm
Mariposa Indian War, 1850-1851 (Mariposa County)
California State Military Department The California Military Museum Preserving California's Military Heritage California and the Indian Wars: Mariposa Indian War, 1850-1851 by Warren A. Beck and ...
http://www.militarymuseum.org/Mariposa.html
Martinez Historical Society (Martinez)
Welcome to the MARTINEZ HISTORICAL SOCIETY Located at 1005 Escobar Street, Martinez, CA Museum Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 11:30 - 3:00 First four Sundays 1:00 - 4:00 Be sure to visit our Gift ...
http://www.martinezhistory.org/
Memories of San Francisco (San Francisco)
San Francisco has never been the same in its entire history and it's not just because of the 1906 earthquake and fire. Thecity began in a state of metamorphosis and has never stopped. Fifty years ...
http://www.historysmith.com/
Mill Valley Historical Society (Mill Valley)
Mill Valley Historical Society Main menu Skip to primary content Skip to secondary content Home About Us Board of Directors Calendar & Events Become a Member First Wednesday The History ...
http://www.mvhistory.org/
Mission Art Press (Glendale)
California mission limited fine art editions by artist Howard Anderson. Original photographs, mission facts and information. Rare and historical postcards and photographs.
http://www.missionart.com/
Mojave Desert History (San Bernardino County)
History of Victorville, Apple Valley, Victor Valley, on the Mojave Desert in San Bernardino County, California.
http://members.uia.net/rdthompson/
Monterey County Historical Society (Monterey County)
Welcome to the Monterey County Historical Society Local History Website Monterey County Historical Society LOCAL HISTORY PAGES Literally hundreds of pages on local history Local History Site-Index ...
http://www.mchsmuseum.com/
Musem of the City of San Francisco: The Great 1906 Earthquake And Fire (San Francisco)
search index by subject by year biographies books SF Activities shop museum contact The Great 1906 Earthquake And Fire The San Francisco 1906 Earthquake Great Register In response to repeated ...
http://www.sfmuseum.org/1906/06.html
Napa Valley - History of California Wines (Napa)
World famous wine organization representing Napa Valley Wineries presents a list of wines, wineries, special events, wine education, community involvement and historical information related to wine and the Napa Valley.
http://www.napavintners.com/about/
National Civil War Association (Sunnyvale)
The NCWA's charter is to educate the public about the people and events of the Civil War. We present our living history for the public in many forms, including military encampments, battles, and ...
http://www.ncwa.org/
National Register of Historical Places - San Bernardino County (San Bernardino County)
National Register of Historical Places, Historical Properties, Historic Districts, Lodging, Shopping, Restaurants, Renovation Opportunities
http://www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com/CA/San+Bernardino/districts.html
National Women's History Project (Santa Rosa)
Official web site of the National Women's History Project: Originator of Women's History Month. Functions of the N.W.H.P.: Clearinghouse for U.S. women's history information; Issues a seasonal ...
http://www.nwhp.org/
North Lake Tahoe Historical Society (Tahoe City)
The North Lake Tahoe Historical Society operates three Tahoe City Museums in North Lake Tahoe: Gatekeeper's Museum, Marion Steinbach Indian Basket Museum and Watson Cabin Museum, offering Old Tahoe artifacts, Tahoe historical photographs, vintage
http://www.northtahoemuseums.org/
North San Juan (North San Juan)
North San Juan Town History - Gold Discovery, Early Citizenry, Legends Historic Sites - Local Ruins, Relics, Buildings & Scenery • The Masonic Hall • The United Methodist Church Travelers' Tips - ...
http://malakoff.com/goldcountry/northsan.htm
Norwegian Club Information (San Francisco)
A Brief History Prior to 1897, Norwegians immigrating to San Francisco gathered in different societies. Many of them were not able to speak the language and had little money to sustain their ...
http://www.norwegianclub.org/contents/membership.html
O.C. History Roundup (Orange County)
O.C. History Roundup Information and photos for people interested in the history of Orange County, California. Saturday, May 29, 2010 Newport Beach, Irvine, San Clemente, Disneyland While ...
http://ochistorical.blogspot.com/
Office of Historic Resources (Los Angeles)
Home About the OHR Historic-Cultural Monuments Cultural Heritage Commission Historic Preservation Overlay Zones (HPOZs) Preservation Incentives Search for a Property Newsletter Preservation ...
http://preservation.lacity.org/
Ohlone Costanoan Esselen Nation (Monterey County)
Ohlone Costanoan Esselen Nation Ohlone Costanoan Esselen Nation (OCEN) is historically known as the Monterey Band of Monterey County as the results of the Congressional Homeless Indian Acts of ...
http://www.ohlonecostanoanesselennation.org/
Old Mission Santa Ines (Solvang)
Enter Old Mission Santa InÉs We are pleased to have been chosen "Best of the Net" for December 1998 by the Parish Web Sites Archive at
http://missionsantaines.org/
Orange Community Historical Society (Orange)
Orange California Community Historical Society Homepage History of Our Area
http://www.historicorange.org/
Orange County Pioneer Council (Orange County)
What is it? Who are we? We are a countywide group of early residents and family members of those hardy settlers who came to Orange County, California prior to 1926. We are those early residents, ...
http://www.ocpioneer.org/
Owens Valley History (Inyo County)
High Sierra, Manzanar, Mt. Whitney Pack Trains, Owens Valley history and Los Angeles aqueduct construction
http://www.owensvalleyhistory.com/
Painted City (Los Angeles)
A site on Mexican-American history in Los Angeles, as reflected through murals.
http://noemigarcia.tripod.com/lapaint/
Pala Asistencia (Pala)
San Diego de Alcala ~ San Luis Rey ~ Pala ~ Santa Ysabel ~ Las Flores Pala Asistencia (Mission San Antonio de Pala) During what may be called the beginning of the Mexican era two mission ...
http://www.sandiegohistory.org/collections/missions/pala.htm
Palm Springs Historical Society (Palm Springs)
The official website of the Palm Springs Historical Society, a non-profit organization focused on preserving, interpreting, and presenting the historical heritage of Palm Springs.
http://www.pshistoricalsociety.org/
Palm Springs Historical Society (Palm Springs)
The Palm Springs Historical Society, a non-profit organization, was founded in 1955 by Melba Berry Bennett. Its purpose is to record, preserve and display historical artifacts of the Palm Springs ...
http://www.palmsprings.com/history/
Picture History (San Francisco) (San Francisco)
Find the pictures you need in this easy to use digital library of high quality images and footage illustrating more than 200 years of American history. Order a print or create a gift using an ...
http://www.picturehistory.com/search?word1=%22san+francisco%22
Pier 70 (San Francisco)
This web site describes the history and current condition of the oldest operating civilian shipyard in the United States
http://www.pier70sf.org/
Placer County Historical Society (Placer County)
Placer County Historical Society P.O. Box 5643 Auburn, California 95604 For information on Landmark plaques-where they are located and information about the site, click on guestbook and ask about ...
http://www.placercountyhistoricalsociety.org/
Playland Amusement Park (San Francisco)
By Ken Kaffke Layout and Editor Kelly Petrachkoff Memories Sal was the laughing lunatic who greeted visitors to SanFrancisco's Crazy House, later called the Fun House. By her side stood a ...
http://www.laffinthedark.com/articles/pacific/pacific.htm
Points of Interest in the Desert (Mojave)
Desert Ghost towns
http://digital-desert.com/ghost-towns/
Postcard Exhibits (San Francisco)
Gallery 1 Cliff House, San Francisco Gallery 2 Golden Gate International Exposition 1939-1940 Gallery 3 Goats in San Francisco ( Don't Call It Yerba Buena Island ) Gallery 4 Freecards: San ...
http://www.postcard.org/exhibits.htm
Power Planting (Thermal)
An unofficial history of Callifornia Energy Commission power plant licensing cases from 1975-2001.
http://powerplanting.homestead.com/
An examination of Fremont's expeditionary routes and new discoveries of historic campsites.
http://www.longcamp.com/
John Marsh Historic Trust (Brentwood)
Marsh Biography Marsh House News Stories Friends of Marsh Board of Directors Contributions History Books Marsh E-Mail NOTICE! Visitors to the John Marsh Historic Trust, Inc. website may now make ...
http://www.johnmarshhouse.com/
John Muir Exhibit (Martinez)
The John Muir Exhibit features extensive materials concerning the life and legacy of John Muir, naturalist, writer, conservationist, and founder of the Sierra Club.
http://www.sierraclub.org/john_muir_exhibit/
K & K Publications
Books on California history and the Old West, Research, Events, Donner Party, Music
http://www.cal-history.org/
LearnCalifornia.org
Welcome to LearnCalifornia.org, the electronic resource for students, teachers and everyone else interested in California history! This easy to use site combines the collections of the California ...
http://www.learncalifornia.org/
Little Town of Rough and Ready (Rough and Ready)
The Little Town of Rough and Ready California State Historic Landmark 294 Plaque Photo: 04/15/96 #294 Rough and Ready Established in 1849, and named after the Rough and Ready Company of miners ...
http://www.sonic.net/~laird/landmarks/counties/200-299/294.html
Livermore Heritage Guild (Livermore)
P.O. Box 961 Livermore, CA 94551-0961 925-449-9927 The goal of the Livermore Heritage Guild is expressed by its motto, "Help save yesterday for tomorrow." The Guild is an information ...
http://www.lhg.org/
Locke - The Last Chinese town in California (Locke)
Locke - The casinos, Chinese clubs, brothels and school houses still stand, but the last Chinese town in America is running out of time, by Ron Gluckman
http://www.gluckman.com/Locke.html
Lompoc Valley Historical Society (Lompoc)
Earthquake News! Our 128 year old house withstood the ride of the San Simeon earthquake with pride and stoicism! Just a few photos were sent askew and a couple of items toppled over, but not ...
http://www.lompochistory.org/
Los Angeles and the Problem of Urban Historical Knowledge (Los Angeles County)
Philip J. Ethington History Department, University of Southern California Los Angeles and the Problem of Urban Historical Knowledge A Multimedia Essay to Accompany the December Issue of The ...
http://cwis.usc.edu/dept/LAS/history/historylab/LAPUHK/
Los Angeles Fire Department Historical Archive (Los Angeles)
Historical Archive of the Los Angeles Fire Department. From the Volunteers to the paid Los Angeles Fire Department, From the era of the Horses to Motorized Apparatus the Archive contains photos, ...
http://www.lafire.com/
Los Angeles Police Historical Society (Los Angeles)
The mission of the Los Angeles Police Historical Societyis to enhance public safety by building a bridge of understanding and support between our community and its police department. We bring people closer together through a unique combination of a
http://www.laphs.com/
Los californios (San Diego)
Los californios ® Photo by John Odam From left:Janet Martini, Peter DuBois, David Swarens, Vykki Mende Gray At Mission San Luis Rey. Los californios®, based in San Diego, California, play and sing ...
http://www.beardshampoo.com/Loscalifornios/
LUPIN: Historical and Cultural Resources for Humboldt County (Humboldt County)
Historical and Cultural Resources for Humboldt County
http://www.ceres.ca.gov/planning/counties/Humboldt/history.html
Manhattan Beach Historical Society (Manhattan Beach)
http://www.manhattanbeachhistorical.org/
Mare Island Historic Park Foundation (Vallejo)
HOME PAGE Flash: 150th Anniversary of M. I. Click Here MARE ISLAND HISTORIC PARK FOUNDATION Help Return USS DRUM (SSN 677) to her birthplace, MARE ISLAND For more information about saving the USS ...
http://www.mareislandhpf.org/
Mariposa County (Mariposa County)
MARIPOSA COUNTY CALIFORNIA 1895 1895 U.S. Atlas CA Page 1895 U.S. Atlas Main Title Page Livingston County MI Historical Genealogical Project USGenNet.org - The 1st ONLY 501c3 host for genealogical ...
http://www.livgenmi.com/1895/CA/County/mariposa.htm
Mariposa Indian War, 1850-1851 (Mariposa County)
California State Military Department The California Military Museum Preserving California's Military Heritage California and the Indian Wars: Mariposa Indian War, 1850-1851 by Warren A. Beck and ...
http://www.militarymuseum.org/Mariposa.html
Martinez Historical Society (Martinez)
Welcome to the MARTINEZ HISTORICAL SOCIETY Located at 1005 Escobar Street, Martinez, CA Museum Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 11:30 - 3:00 First four Sundays 1:00 - 4:00 Be sure to visit our Gift ...
http://www.martinezhistory.org/
Memories of San Francisco (San Francisco)
San Francisco has never been the same in its entire history and it's not just because of the 1906 earthquake and fire. Thecity began in a state of metamorphosis and has never stopped. Fifty years ...
http://www.historysmith.com/
Mill Valley Historical Society (Mill Valley)
Mill Valley Historical Society Main menu Skip to primary content Skip to secondary content Home About Us Board of Directors Calendar & Events Become a Member First Wednesday The History ...
http://www.mvhistory.org/
Mission Art Press (Glendale)
California mission limited fine art editions by artist Howard Anderson. Original photographs, mission facts and information. Rare and historical postcards and photographs.
http://www.missionart.com/
Mojave Desert History (San Bernardino County)
History of Victorville, Apple Valley, Victor Valley, on the Mojave Desert in San Bernardino County, California.
http://members.uia.net/rdthompson/
Monterey County Historical Society (Monterey County)
Welcome to the Monterey County Historical Society Local History Website Monterey County Historical Society LOCAL HISTORY PAGES Literally hundreds of pages on local history Local History Site-Index ...
http://www.mchsmuseum.com/
Musem of the City of San Francisco: The Great 1906 Earthquake And Fire (San Francisco)
search index by subject by year biographies books SF Activities shop museum contact The Great 1906 Earthquake And Fire The San Francisco 1906 Earthquake Great Register In response to repeated ...
http://www.sfmuseum.org/1906/06.html
Napa Valley - History of California Wines (Napa)
World famous wine organization representing Napa Valley Wineries presents a list of wines, wineries, special events, wine education, community involvement and historical information related to wine and the Napa Valley.
http://www.napavintners.com/about/
National Civil War Association (Sunnyvale)
The NCWA's charter is to educate the public about the people and events of the Civil War. We present our living history for the public in many forms, including military encampments, battles, and ...
http://www.ncwa.org/
National Register of Historical Places - San Bernardino County (San Bernardino County)
National Register of Historical Places, Historical Properties, Historic Districts, Lodging, Shopping, Restaurants, Renovation Opportunities
http://www.nationalregisterofhistoricplaces.com/CA/San+Bernardino/districts.html
National Women's History Project (Santa Rosa)
Official web site of the National Women's History Project: Originator of Women's History Month. Functions of the N.W.H.P.: Clearinghouse for U.S. women's history information; Issues a seasonal ...
http://www.nwhp.org/
North Lake Tahoe Historical Society (Tahoe City)
The North Lake Tahoe Historical Society operates three Tahoe City Museums in North Lake Tahoe: Gatekeeper's Museum, Marion Steinbach Indian Basket Museum and Watson Cabin Museum, offering Old Tahoe artifacts, Tahoe historical photographs, vintage
http://www.northtahoemuseums.org/
North San Juan (North San Juan)
North San Juan Town History - Gold Discovery, Early Citizenry, Legends Historic Sites - Local Ruins, Relics, Buildings & Scenery • The Masonic Hall • The United Methodist Church Travelers' Tips - ...
http://malakoff.com/goldcountry/northsan.htm
Norwegian Club Information (San Francisco)
A Brief History Prior to 1897, Norwegians immigrating to San Francisco gathered in different societies. Many of them were not able to speak the language and had little money to sustain their ...
http://www.norwegianclub.org/contents/membership.html
O.C. History Roundup (Orange County)
O.C. History Roundup Information and photos for people interested in the history of Orange County, California. Saturday, May 29, 2010 Newport Beach, Irvine, San Clemente, Disneyland While ...
http://ochistorical.blogspot.com/
Office of Historic Resources (Los Angeles)
Home About the OHR Historic-Cultural Monuments Cultural Heritage Commission Historic Preservation Overlay Zones (HPOZs) Preservation Incentives Search for a Property Newsletter Preservation ...
http://preservation.lacity.org/
Ohlone Costanoan Esselen Nation (Monterey County)
Ohlone Costanoan Esselen Nation Ohlone Costanoan Esselen Nation (OCEN) is historically known as the Monterey Band of Monterey County as the results of the Congressional Homeless Indian Acts of ...
http://www.ohlonecostanoanesselennation.org/
Old Mission Santa Ines (Solvang)
Enter Old Mission Santa InÉs We are pleased to have been chosen "Best of the Net" for December 1998 by the Parish Web Sites Archive at
http://missionsantaines.org/
Orange Community Historical Society (Orange)
Orange California Community Historical Society Homepage History of Our Area
http://www.historicorange.org/
Orange County Pioneer Council (Orange County)
What is it? Who are we? We are a countywide group of early residents and family members of those hardy settlers who came to Orange County, California prior to 1926. We are those early residents, ...
http://www.ocpioneer.org/
Owens Valley History (Inyo County)
High Sierra, Manzanar, Mt. Whitney Pack Trains, Owens Valley history and Los Angeles aqueduct construction
http://www.owensvalleyhistory.com/
Painted City (Los Angeles)
A site on Mexican-American history in Los Angeles, as reflected through murals.
http://noemigarcia.tripod.com/lapaint/
Pala Asistencia (Pala)
San Diego de Alcala ~ San Luis Rey ~ Pala ~ Santa Ysabel ~ Las Flores Pala Asistencia (Mission San Antonio de Pala) During what may be called the beginning of the Mexican era two mission ...
http://www.sandiegohistory.org/collections/missions/pala.htm
Palm Springs Historical Society (Palm Springs)
The official website of the Palm Springs Historical Society, a non-profit organization focused on preserving, interpreting, and presenting the historical heritage of Palm Springs.
http://www.pshistoricalsociety.org/
Palm Springs Historical Society (Palm Springs)
The Palm Springs Historical Society, a non-profit organization, was founded in 1955 by Melba Berry Bennett. Its purpose is to record, preserve and display historical artifacts of the Palm Springs ...
http://www.palmsprings.com/history/
Picture History (San Francisco) (San Francisco)
Find the pictures you need in this easy to use digital library of high quality images and footage illustrating more than 200 years of American history. Order a print or create a gift using an ...
http://www.picturehistory.com/search?word1=%22san+francisco%22
Pier 70 (San Francisco)
This web site describes the history and current condition of the oldest operating civilian shipyard in the United States
http://www.pier70sf.org/
Placer County Historical Society (Placer County)
Placer County Historical Society P.O. Box 5643 Auburn, California 95604 For information on Landmark plaques-where they are located and information about the site, click on guestbook and ask about ...
http://www.placercountyhistoricalsociety.org/
Playland Amusement Park (San Francisco)
By Ken Kaffke Layout and Editor Kelly Petrachkoff Memories Sal was the laughing lunatic who greeted visitors to SanFrancisco's Crazy House, later called the Fun House. By her side stood a ...
http://www.laffinthedark.com/articles/pacific/pacific.htm
Points of Interest in the Desert (Mojave)
Desert Ghost towns
http://digital-desert.com/ghost-towns/
Postcard Exhibits (San Francisco)
Gallery 1 Cliff House, San Francisco Gallery 2 Golden Gate International Exposition 1939-1940 Gallery 3 Goats in San Francisco ( Don't Call It Yerba Buena Island ) Gallery 4 Freecards: San ...
http://www.postcard.org/exhibits.htm
Power Planting (Thermal)
An unofficial history of Callifornia Energy Commission power plant licensing cases from 1975-2001.
http://powerplanting.homestead.com/
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