Open House
and Here Is a Sign Photo Exhibit
Saturday, July 23 -- 3:00 to 5:00
Historic Little Brown Church
384 W. Estudillo Ave., San Leandro
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Enjoy wine and refreshments in the lovely courtyard of the Little Brown Church. Visit inside our historic building to see Brody Scotland's fabulous photos of mid-20th century San Leandro signs. Meet the artist!
When the horse and buggy disappeared and cars dominated the scene, the design of commercial signs changed to attract drivers cruising along the road. These oversized signs with bright colors caught the eye and were easier to read from a fast moving car.
Brody's 24 photographs highlight unique perspectives and shine a light on some San Leandro icons. They remind us to take another look at these often fading, damaged, and disappearing San Leandro signs. Have you noticed them when you're driving around town? Do you have. memories of these places? Rediscover some San Leandro treasures! A handout is available to help you find these signs around town.
Masks required inside the building.
When the horse and buggy disappeared and cars dominated the scene, the design of commercial signs changed to attract drivers cruising along the road. These oversized signs with bright colors caught the eye and were easier to read from a fast moving car.
Brody's 24 photographs highlight unique perspectives and shine a light on some San Leandro icons. They remind us to take another look at these often fading, damaged, and disappearing San Leandro signs. Have you noticed them when you're driving around town? Do you have. memories of these places? Rediscover some San Leandro treasures! A handout is available to help you find these signs around town.
Masks required inside the building.
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Art Exhibit ~ Watercolors of Historic Photos
July 1 to July 30
Main Library Art Gallery
300 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro
Check library website for open hours
Artist Diana Prola, inspired by historical photographs, painted 14 watercolors to celebrate San Leandro's 150th birthday. She has captured Lincoln School, the Best Building, a cherry orchard, tree-lined Estudillo Avenue, and many more beautiful San Leandro images.
Diana generously donated these to the Historical Society to raise funds for our celebration events. Thank you, Diana!
Don't miss these lovely images of San Leandro in the past, on display at the Main Library Art gallery in the month of July. Purchase one of these to grace your home and support Historical Society event plans!
Diana generously donated these to the Historical Society to raise funds for our celebration events. Thank you, Diana!
Don't miss these lovely images of San Leandro in the past, on display at the Main Library Art gallery in the month of July. Purchase one of these to grace your home and support Historical Society event plans!
Our Heartfelt thanks to these 150th Sponsors
Our events would not be possible without their support!
Brooks-Mathews Foundation
Optimist Club of San Leandro
Evelyn & Juan Gonzalez
Mitch Huitema & Tim Holmes
Cindy & Rick Simons
Jeff & Beth Mihaly
Ken Pon
Donald & Linda Pollard
Loren & Jacqui Diaz Family
Whit Magor
The San Leandro Historical Society is planning multiple events throughout 2022 in celebration of our City's 150th, sesquicentennial, anniversary. To make our vision reality we are looking for the support of corporate and business sponsors and individuals who care about our diverse San Leandro community and want to help us bring the community together to explore local history. Local businesses are an important part of our history, both past and present, and our goal is to give you the exposure you deserve. Download the Sponsor Package below to explore our current plans for events, programs, and merchandise through which your business can be publicly recognized. Don't miss this opportunity to market your business and be a part of this historic year. Click the Sponsorship Package to explore our events and sponsor levels. Use the form in the package to mail with your check, or use the button below to pay with a credit card online.
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