Posts in History

The History of Alameda County Fairground’s Horse Race Track

Learn more about America’s oldest 1-mile horse race track and the birthplace of California horse racing.
Exploring Art & Culture in the Tri-Valley

The Tri-Valley is home to a thriving arts and culture sector, featuring a variety of museums, art galleries, cultural celebrations, theaters, and experiences. Read below for some of our favorite […]
The Tri-Valley’s Must-See Museums

Read up on one-of-a-kind educational experiences that preserve the unique role of the Tri-Valley in California’s development in addition to other worldly exhibits.
Arts & Humanities Month

October is National Arts & Humanities Month! The Tri-Valley is home to several art galleries, museums, theaters, public art displays, and historic sites for visitors and residents to experience. Whether you’re […]
Public Art in the Tri-Valley

Public art installations not only help beautify our region, they give us something interesting to seek out and enjoy while exploring the Tri-Valley. There are several murals, statues, mosaics, and […]
A History Buff’s Guide to the Tri-Valley

From the Native American artifacts to Prohibition-era wine caves, check out some of the best spots to visit in the Tri-Valley for history buffs.
Visiting the Livermore Centennial Light Bulb

Perched up in the white ceiling of Livermore’s Station #6 is the granddaddy of old-school bulbs, and it refuses to burn out.
Family Matters

Ever sipped a California Chardonnay, Cab-Sauv or Petite Sirah? Thanks to wine pioneers Wente and Concannon, we bet you have. Take a close look, and it’s clear that the histories […]
Write On

Theater buffs pay homage to the “father of American drama” at the Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site. Tap into the region’s literary history with a visit to the gorgeous Tao […]
Niles Canyon Railway

For the ultimate in stylish travel, look no further than the historic and refurbished cars of the Niles Canyon Railway. The train runs each Sunday from April to August, from […]
History Comes Alive in the Tri-Valley

Each city in the Tri-Valley offers its own insight into the area’s frontier past. In Dublin, Heritage Park and Museums is made up of Pioneer Cemetery; St. Raymond (1859), the […]
The Beginning of a New Beer Renaissance: Remembering Lyons Brewery with Judy Ashworth

It was half my life ago when I met this incredible woman. She changed my life forever. I’ve worked for her, lived with her more than once, and we remain […]