New on the Board
L-R: Gary Tate, Kim Williams, Dave Terdy, Cherie Ohlson, Richard Barratt, Elizabeth Barratt, Maxine Callihan, Jeff Ohlson
At their May 8, 2019 Board of Directors meeting, the Historical Society welcomed new Board members Richard and Elizabeth Barratt. Both Richard and Elizabeth are founding members of the Society. In addition to their Board duties, both serve on the Collections Committee and Elizabeth also will serve as Secretary.
Video: A History of the CFPD
30 minutes. Jeff Ohlson of the Carmel Valley Historical Society gives an overview of the history of Carmel Valley’s Cachagua Fire Department. This presentation takes you from its formative days of the mid-1970s to present. The presentation includes the history of the department’s founders and directors, its volunteer firefighters and their rigorous training, their fire vehicles, its legendary fundraising and community support, and major fire incidents.
Virtual Tour Now Available!
We are happy to share with you the results of our latest endeavor – a Virtual Tour of the History Center!
20 Earliest Years of Newsletter now available
Great news! All of the Historical Society’s old newsletters have now been added to the “Newsletter Archives” page (click on News -> Newsletter Archives).
“A History of the Cachagua Fire Department” now available
A comprehensive history of the department recounts its early days to present. It includes many photos of volunteers in training or during actual emergencies.
Carmel Valley Centennial Newspaper Available Online
Now for the first time you can download a full 56-page file of the Centennial Newspaper for your enjoyment. This rare issue contains many historical articles about Carmel Valley, such as: Ranching, Native Indians, noteworthy families, old schools, Valley Library service history, fire departments, churches, parks, and much more.
Carmel Valley Historical Society
P.O. Box 1612
Carmel Valley, CA 93924
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Museum Hours
Saturdays, 1 to 4 pm
Sundays, 11 am to 2 pm
Library Hours
By appointment only
831-659-5715
