Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyDanville Historical Society Set for Open House: News Update for Dec. 8Over the last year, we’ve spotlighted several of the artifacts in our collection, telling the story of Danville’s history. We’ve drawn…Dec 8, 2022Dec 8, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyHow is a Danville Bottling Company Connected to California Wine?Every year, the Danville Historical Society releases a new Christmas ornament and new puzzle, designed to highlight a part of the River…Dec 1, 2022Dec 1, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyPaying tribute: Historical Society’s latest ornament honors former teamsAs we’ve documented before, Danville has been home to baseball teams since the beginning of the 20th century. Two of those teams left a…Nov 27, 2022Nov 27, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyA city of prospects: Artifacts show Danville’s link to baseball historyDuke Farrell had his eyes on one player when he visited Danville in 1911. The scout, who worked for the Washington Senators, needed a solid…Nov 27, 2022Nov 27, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyBaking History: A Look at Recipes From Danville’s Past Pt. IHistorical dinners, unique drinks and favorite desserts. Danville has it all. Over the last 70 years, groups from all over the River City…Nov 24, 2022Nov 24, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyNew Board, New President Take Office: News Update for Oct. 23September was a busy month for the Danville Historical Society and October has followed suit. The group added new members to the board of…Oct 23, 2022Oct 23, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyDeclaring Independence: The Lee Resolution & Local VotesOn Independence Day, we celebrate the Declaration of Independence, ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. You can…Jul 4, 2022Jul 4, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyAmerica’s Declaration of Independence: The Full TextAs we celebrate America’s birthday, here’s a look at one of those founding documents. This is the full text of the Declaration of…Jul 4, 2022Jul 4, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyDanville Historical Society Makes A Change: News Update For May 22May has been a busy month for the Danville Historical Society, with changes happening in a number of ways.May 22, 2022May 22, 2022
Brian CarltoninDanville Historical SocietyA Founder Returns: News Update for May 6The first part of this year’s been a busy one, both for the Danville Historical Society and the city itself. As we roll through the first…May 6, 2022May 6, 2022