Santa Monica History Museum – DEMO SITE ONLY
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Keeping History Alive!
On July 13, 2014, the Santa Monica History Museum will host their monthly Discover the History lecture series. July’s presentation will focus on the rise and fall of Pacific Ocean Park, including photographs and original ride designs and illustrations. Authors Christopher Merritt and Domenic Priore will present a spectacular history on Pacific Ocean Park, from its […]
The lecture follows the history of the Santa Monica Beach north of the Santa Monica Pier to Santa Monica Canyon. Marc Wanamaker traces the development of the beach from tents to house to beach clubs on the beach to this day.
In honor of Women’s History Month, we honor the Santa Monica Women of World War II. American Women were crucial to the war effort- especially in Santa Monica.
Author Scott Tracy Griffin will examine the numerous connections between the novelist Burroughs, the character Tarzan, and the City of Santa Monica on the centennial of the first Tarzan book publication.
Book signing after lecture.
Join us on Saturday, March 24th, from 3 PM to 4:30 PM as we host a panel discussing the contributions of indigenous women in our community yesterday and today. Our speakers will include: Julia Bogany (Tongva) Tongva educator and cultural affairs officer for the Gabrielino/Tongva Band of Mission Indians Marissa Aranda (Tongva) Student and next generation […]
