Preserving the past is not always a high priority with most people and as a result, much of our history in the West becomes lost in the shuffle of daily routine.
But occasionally jewels from the past manage to be saved from the wrecker’s ball. It is a story of dedication and determined action finally ending in the saving of a beautiful historical object that not only serves to remind us of the past, but also provides a useful function today.
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The Solano History Exploration Center’s multidisciplinary approach to history will lead visitors down the path to discovery. The first approach to be taken will be to collect, preserve, and interpret artifacts that tell the story of Central Solano County. These permanent and changing galleries will be an invaluable tool to educators. These galleries will ensure the preservation of important artifacts and documents. Read More
Preserving the past is not always a high priority with most people and as a result, much of our history in the West becomes lost in the shuffle of daily routine.
But occasionally jewels from the past manage to be saved from the wrecker’s ball. It is a story of dedication and determined action finally ending in the saving of a beautiful historical object that not only serves to remind us of the past, but also provides a useful function today.
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KPIX Channel 5 "Eye On The Bay" special segment on "Bay Area Ghost Towns". The Town of Cement near Fairfield was featured as one of the long lost ghost towns.
KPIX Channel 5 "Eye On The Bay" special segment called the "Lost Bay Area". The Santa Eulalia Mission in Suisun Valley was featured as one of the long lost California Missions.
The Solano History Exploration Center is pleased to present over 100 vintage Solano County postcards. The postcards showcase Benicia, Fairfield, Suisun, and Vallejo.