The main focus of this tour will be the 400 block of Randolph and Franklin Streets. Historically, within this block there were a number of home hospitals owned and operated by local nurse practitioners. One particular property, 411 Randolph Street (The Inn on Randolph), was the site of the birth of 100 local babies. The […]
The Art & Architecture of Tulocay Cemetery – Spring (Postponed)
Join Napa County Landmarks and Rebecca Yerger, historian, historic preservation consultant and Napa Valley Register columnist, for this Spring walking tour. Held on historically traditional day known as Decoration Day. Saturday May 30, 2020 from 10 AM – NOON at Tulocay Cemetery 411 Coombsville Rd., Napa. Established in 1859, Tulocay Cemetery has been the […]
Napa – The County of Stone Bridges
At one time, Napa County was, almost, better known for its stone bridges than its wine. In fact, this area was often referred to as “the county of stone bridges.” This distinction came about as the number of Napa County masonry crossings exceeded the 100 mark. While the majority of the Napa County stone bridges […]
Upcoming Tours, Events & Programs
For over forty five years, Napa County Landmarks has been offering life enriching events and programs that explore Napa County’s cultural heritage, placing a special emphasis on the roles of historic architecture. We have a lot of great programs, walking tours, workshops, and fundraising events planned for 2022. Keep checking for updates, or join our […]
Six Practical Reasons to Save Old Buildings
1. Old buildings have intrinsic value. Buildings of a certain era, namely pre-World War II, tend to be built with higher-quality materials such as rare hardwoods (especially heart pine) and wood from old-growth forests that no longer exist. Prewar buildings were also built by different standards. A century-old building might be a better long-term bet […]
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