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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)

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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