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San Lorenzo History


Calendar & Announcements

Sunday September 21, 2008 — "Early Eden Township," a tour of houses, gardens, and historic sites, 12 - 4 p.m., sponsored by the San Lorenzo Heritage Society. $25 per person, proceeds benefit the programs and projects of the society. For information call 782-4874, 278-2405, or 278-2094; dsclowser.com/heritage.html .

Historic Preservation Ordinance — The Alameda County Parks, Recreation and Historical Commission is drafting an historical preservation ordinance that will apply to unincorporated areas of the county. It is also completing an inventory of historic sites and structures in the unincorporated portion of Eden Township. See Calendar for announcements of commission meetings. (Current July 20087)

Local History Organizations



Pictures


Historic Schools


Lorenzo Theater

Complete Gallery


Do you have photos that show San Lorenzo in earlier times? Contact the editor.

Articles / Bibliographies

Indian and Spanish Settlement: A Bibliography

Historic Maps: A Bibliography

Eden Township 1877

Introduction to San Lorenzo's History

Overview of San Lorenzo History

Evaluating the Significance of San Lorenzo Village
(PDF file)

Transportation History

Human History Associated with San Lorenzo Creek: 1770-1964 (PDF file).

San Lorenzo Cemetery
(includes index of persons buried)

History of San Lorenzo Schools

Federal Censuses for San Lorenzo

William Meek -- Pioneer Farmer

Existing Pre-1900 Structures


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