Category Archives: Past Events
World War II Vets Bob Trombetta and Al Maggini
World War II Vets Bob Trombetta and Al Maggini, two members of the “Greatest Generation”, discussed their wartime experiences and growing up in pre-war and post-war America. In addition to their wartime experiences, both men have had a tremendous effect on their communities and are true community leaders. Chris Smith from the Press Democrat led the discussion with questions and allowed for audience questions.
A Day at the Adobe
The Historical Society of Santa Rosa hosted A Day at the Adobe, a free public event themed around the first building in Santa Rosa, the Carrillo Adobe.
The community was informed about the diverse histories of the peoples that have lived before, during, and after the Carrillo Adobe was built and demonstrations of current archeological research methods were held. This was the first event HSSR sponsored in cooperation with the City of Santa Rosa as we begin the celebration of the upcoming Sesquicentennial of the founding of Santa Rosa.
Second Annual Great Santa Rosa History Hunt
The Great Santa Rosa History Hunt began at Santa Rosa Middle School on the front steps of E Street. Contestants had a great time while learning about the history of our city. All the locations in the hunt were within walking distance of the school.
Contestants were given a list of 10 clues, each of which corresponded to a famous Santa Rosa City landmark. At each site two volunteers, dressed in period costumes, greeted the participants.
An evening with Congressman Mike Thompson
An evening with Congressman Mike Thompson, moderated by Pete Golis. He will be talking about his Vietnam experiences and the period after the war, as well as taking audience questions. The event is free, with donations gratefully accepted.
Thanks to our sponsors for this event: Friedman’s Home Improvement and Lagunitas Brewing
Tour of the West End Neighborhood
Allen Thomas has agreed to lead a tour of the West End Neighborhood starting at 6PM beginning at the DeTurk Round Barn located at 819 Donahue Street. We will take a leisurely walk through this historic district and learn about many of the homes and stories of their owners.
Second Night at the Museum: Hansel Mieth, Pioneering Woman Photojournalist
The Second HSSR Members Only Night at the Museum, led by museum curator Eric Stanley, featured the Sonoma County History Museum’s exhibit on Hansel Mieth. A pioneering woman photojournalist, who along with her husband, Otto Hagel, captured compelling images of mid-20th century America. The two were born in Germany but came to America and bought a ranch near Santa Rosa in 1941. Hagel died in 1973 and Mieth followed in 1998.
HSSR Presents — Ethnic Neighborhoods
HSSR Presents — Ethnic Neighborhoods in Santa Rosa during the 1940’s and 1950’s, a talk moderated by Gaye LeBaron.
Night at the Museum: Hole in the Head
Exclusive for HSSR Members the Sonoma County History Museum presented their current exhibit:
Hole in the Head: The Battle for Bodega Bay and the Birth of the Environmental Movement
Curator, Eric Stanley, introduced the exhibit with opening remarks. Afterward HSSR members explored the exhibit and enjoyed the hosted beverage reception.
The exhibition presented the dramatic story that involved a remarkable array of people, including scientists, students, atomic energy commissioners, communists, libertarians, ranchers, a museum director, Pacific Gas and Electric, government officials from the state and local level, the Sierra Club and the leadership of the University of California—to name a few. Hole in the Head is a 70-foot deep pit dug at Bodega Head in the early 1960s.
HSSR Presents — Pete Golis and Doug Bosco
HSSR Presents — Pete Golis and Doug Bosco examined local politics past and present and shared their knowledge and stories of the local political scene at 6th Street Playhouse.
HSSR Presents — Gaye LeBaron
HSSR Presents — Gaye LeBaron talked with Historical Society of Santa Rosa members and guests on Santa Rosa History in the 1950’s and 60’s at 6th Street Playhouse.
