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Visitor Information
Exhibits
Future Exhibits
Permanent Exhibit
Past Exhibits
Events & Programs
Upcoming Events & Programs
Back to School Under the Stars
Past Virtual Programs
Education
California’s First People – Indian Life Program
One Room School Program
Museum & Walking Tours
Knowing Your Community – A Local History Curriculum
Explore
History of the Museum
Museum Collections
Research
Branch Line Newsletter
History Articles
Indians of the Valley
Spanish and Mexican Era
Mount Diablo History and Name
Ranching and Farming in the San Ramon Valley
19th Century
Railroads and Railways
20th Century
Woman Suffrage in California
Various Topics
Community and City Histories
Historical Markers
Support
Memberships
1891 Society
Donations
Volunteer Opportunities
Partnerships
Shop
About Us
Contact Us
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20th Century
1906 earthquake and the Valley
Danville’s Historical Veterans Memorial Hall Part I
History of the San Ramon Valley Union High School
Danville’s Historical Veterans Memorial Hall Part II
Early Schooling in the San Ramon Valley
Freeway Opens in 1964
“Double D Days” in 1966 fetes the new freeway
Libraries Over the Years in the San Ramon Valley
The following articles are on San Ramon Valley incorporation efforts and the successful incorporations of Danville and San Ramon.
Part 1 – Trying for Home Rule in the San Ramon Valley
Part 2 – Incorporation Efforts in the 1970’s
Part 3 – Danville Voters Organize an Incorporation Try
Part 4 – Danville Overcomes Hurdles to Get on the Ballot
Part 5 – Danville Voters Create a New Town
Part 6 – San Ramon Steps Up to Cityhood
Part 7 – San Ramon Creates a City
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