Redo Market will return on September 22, 2024. It is a community gathering uniting vintage...
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The Dana Point Historical Society is a volunteer nonprofit organization established in 1987 to celebrate and preserve the history of Dana Point for current and future generations. We thank the city of Dana Point and our partners for their ongoing support.
The Dana Point Historical Society is a California Non-Profit Corporation and a Federal 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt Organization: Tax ID# 33-0359288. Become a member today.
Maritime Festival
The Maritime Festival has been a beloved community event for the past 40 years, and...
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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Ribbon Cutting
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DP Sea Coast Symphony
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The Dana Point Historical Society offers a diverse array of programs
designed to preserve and celebrate the rich history of Dana Point.
Through engaging educational initiatives, historical tours, and
community events, the society brings the city's storied past to life for
residents and visitors.
The Dana Point Historical Society offers a diverse array of programs designed to preserve and celebrate the rich history of Dana Point. Through engaging educational initiatives, historical tours, and community events, the society brings the city's storied past to life for residents and visitors.
Museum Exhibits
View maritime collections from our members with a docent-led tour.
Landmark Designation
See historic landmark designations throughout the city.
Historic Houses
Preserving historic houses with the Mills Act and local registers.
Lectures
Learn from our industry pioneers from surf to maritime history.
Visit us at 33282 Golden Lantern St., Suite 104 Dana Point, CA 92629.
Museum Hours: Tuesdays 1-3, Thursdays 1-3 and Saturdays 1-3 except holidays or special event days. Appointments are available upon request. Schedule a group tour to visit our museum led by a docent for $5 a person scheduled in advance.
Help preserve our history for the generations to come by joining the Dana Point Historical Society. All contributions are tax-deductible as the Historical Society is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Members receive a 10% discount on all merchandise. You will receive a newsletter with historical articles emailed directly to you with and advance notification of events.
