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Building a Heritage Community & Vibrant Future for Local History. Join Napa County Landmarks for this discussion featuring Diane Dillon and Shannon Murray Kuleto, principals of Napa Valley Roots and founders of the Napa Valley Heritage Network. With backgrounds in history, governance, law, and preservation, Shannon and Diane bring a powerful, personal approach to discovering and celebrating the people and places that shaped Napa Valley. From ancestral storytelling to archival research, they’re mapping the histories that ground our communities.

Mills Act Tax Abatements for Historic Properties. Join John Tuteur, Napa County Assessor, and Christine Madrid French, Landmarks’ Executive Director, for this discussion and live Q&A about the single most important economic incentive program in California for the restoration and preservation of qualified historic buildings by private property owners. Check out our Resources page for more information on the Mills Act and other areas of interest for historic property owners and managers.

Destination Napa: Philosophies of Wellness. Join Dr. Sheli Smith, Executive Director of the Napa County Historical Society, as she explores how the Napa Valley has long been seen as a place of rejuvenation—both physically and spiritually. From its early history as a health retreat to its modern identity as a global destination for relaxation, fine wine, and mindful living, Napa continues to shape and reflect evolving ideas of wellness.

Napa County Landmarks’ Annual Meeting, 2024. Relive this special virtual event as we reflected on a remarkable year of achievements and shared exciting plans for the future. The meeting began with an inspiring opening statement from our Board President, Terry Wunderlich, highlighting Napa County Landmarks’ journey through this milestone 50th year. Our Executive Director, Christine Madrid French, guided viewers through a dynamic year-in-review, showcasing 2024’s goals, accomplishments, and the innovative ways we advanced our mission.