Historical Organizations and Resources

Proud of their city's heritage, Benicia residents spend countless hours helping to maintain and restore Benicia's historic sites, serving as volunteer docents, and coordinating seminars on local history. Among the organizations involved in preserving and highlighting the history of Benicia is the Benicia Historical Society, formed in 1973, and the Benicia Historical Museum, founded in 1985.

Here are some additional resources that offer information about Benicia's history and historical sites:

Inside Benicia History

Upcoming History Events

5 Feb 2012 - 2:00pm - 6 Apr 2012 - 2:00pm

Keep the Faith - Archiving and Chronicling Benicia's Religious Heritage

Artifacts and archives from local churches, including a presentation and demonstration on the archival process. Exhibition runs through April 6, 2012.

3 Mar 2012 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

Benicia Civil War Living History Event

The American Civil War Association will present a Civil War Living History event, which includes maneuver drills, a black powder firearm maintenance demonstration, and performances of life in a typical Civil War military camp. Over 40 reenactors will be present and dressed in Union attire at the State Historic Park, and reenactors in civilian attire will be at Elizabeth's Hair Design on First Street to increase awareness of the event. Visitors are encouraged to also visit the Benicia Capitol Building and Fischer-Hanlon House for a more complete historic experience.

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