[A note from Liam: A few years back, I did a mini-series about the history of Canyon, one of the most unique places in the Bay Area. Getting to know that community was one of the most fun and fascinating experiences I’ve had since starting East Bay Yesterday. Recently, the Museum of the San Ramon Valley asked me to give a presentation about Canyon history for their monthly speaker series. I’ll be joined by Cayonite Esperanza Pratt Surls, who I met while doing interviews for the series, but has since become a dear friend. I hope you can attend what will certainly be lively conversation! Check out the official description below…] CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Most residents of the East Bay have heard of the town of Canyon, but few know where it is located or anything about its rich history.
Telling the story of Canyon will be Liam O’Donoghue the host and producer of the East Bay Yesterday podcast and co-creator of the Long Lost Oakland map. He also writes a monthly column about the East Bay for SF Gate. Liam has done a three part podcast on Canyon. Joining Liam on the presentation will be long time Canyon resident and retired teacher Esperanza Pratt Surls with stories of Canyon.
The community of Canyon has a colorful history. Starting with logging camps and saloons in the nineteenth century that gave it a rowdy and colorful reputation. The twentieth century saw much of the land become part of EBMUD and the community fight against development. The logging camps and saloons are gone but Canyon has kept its free and independent spirit with its unique homes nestled among the redwoods. Learn all about this most interesting community.
