NöcHe Mayor Jamey M. Federico Dr. Wendy with NöcHe Keith Johannes, Jennifer Keil, and Barbara Johannes The Ocean Institute unveiled an incredible mural created by renowned ocean advocate and artist NöcHe, in collaboration with the Mares Foundation. This mural, which highlights native marine species and ecosystems, will was revealed at a special ceremony on Tuesday, […]
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The News Drogher | Fall 2024
It’s History: Woodruff the Man
By Carlos N. Olvera Dana Point Times Apr 3, 2016 Updated Jan 22, 2024Our local area was a destination for the cow hide trade in the 1800s. Today, it is a destination for people—residents and visitors. In the early 1920s attempts were first made to make Dana Point a place to live or for weekend […]
Boehne Family – June 12
David Boehne, the son of tandem surfing legends and Infinity Surfboards founders Steve and Barrie Boehne (pictured), is preparing a special presentation for Historical Society members and guests in honor of his parents. He will be joined by other members of the Boehne family as he shares background and history about his parents and grandparents. […]
The News Drogher | Summer 2024
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Spring 2024
35th Anniversary
Facebook Twitter Facebook Twitter Email Print By Breeana Greenberg Since its founding, 35 years ago, the Dana Point Historical Society’s (DPHS) primary focus has been on preservation. Inspired by a lecture given by founding member and Dana Point historian Doris Walker, the historical society was formed in 1987 to preserve Dana Point’s rich history. “So, […]
25th Anniversary
Dana Point may be one of Orange County’s newest cities, but it has plenty of history. And for 25 years, the Dana Point Historical Society has been working to archive and preserve key parts of its past.“There’s no question Dana Point has played a big role in California’s history,” said Elizabeth Bamattre, a founding member of the […]