Discover Local History

Explore heritage sites, historic buildings, and the trades that built our community

6 historical sites

Help Preserve History

Students earn Folio Credits by researching and uploading local history.

Historical Map View - 250th Anniversary Trail

Calling All Sign Shops!

Do you have old portfolio photos, job records, or historical sign work? Help preserve the legacy of your craft.

Legacy Archive

3 historical assets
Hand-Painted Bakery Sign
c. 1920s

Hand-Painted Bakery Sign

Original gold leaf lettering on wood panel for Rossi's Italian Bakery. One-shot enamel technique.

Local History Class - UCSC Verified
Neon Hotel Sign
c. 1940s

Neon Hotel Sign

Art Deco neon sign from the historic Palm Hotel. Photographed before demolition in 1985.

Donovan Signs Archive Verified
Hardware Store Storefront
c. 1950s

Hardware Store Storefront

Original wooden storefront facade with hand-lettered window signage. Thompson Hardware Co.

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