Big Bear Lake, CA, February 15, 2014 - Frank Brown and Hiram Barton rode into Big Bear Valley on horseback in May of 1883. They quickly concluded that if they built a dam at the narrow west end of the valley, they would create a lake five and a half miles long that could supply much needed water to thirsty communities down the hill. For economic … [Read more...] about 1884 – Big Bear Gets a Dam and a Lake
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Native American History Month is a Good Reason to Visit the Local Museum
San Bernardino County, CA, November 12, 2013 - The ancestry and traditions of American Indians have been celebrated nationally every year since 1994. In support, the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors has passed a proclamation recognizing November as Native American Heritage Month. Supervisor James Ramos said he was proud that the County "is a leader in recognizing and … [Read more...] about Native American History Month is a Good Reason to Visit the Local Museum
Historical Society seeks museum docents
Big Bear City, CA, April 1, 2013 - The Big Bear Valley Historical Society is getting ready to open the museum for the 2013 season, and they are seeking docents to help with operations. No prior knowledge of Big Bear history is needed; that will be provided in training manuals and at two one-hour training sessions, scheduled at the museum on April 23 and May 9 at 10:00 … [Read more...] about Historical Society seeks museum docents
Historical Society Taco “Friend Raiser”
Big Bear Lake, CA, March 22, 2013 - Sonora Cantina will host a “Friend Raiser” next Monday to help raise money for the Big Bear Valley Historical Society. “Tacos With A Purpose” will take place on Monday, March 25th, from 12 noon until 8:30pm at Sonora Cantina in Big Bear Lake. You don’t have to cook or clean up, and you’ll have a choice of delicious tacos for only one dollar … [Read more...] about Historical Society Taco “Friend Raiser”
Everything you always wanted to know about the mob
Big Bear City, CA, March 11, 2013 - Kim Sweet is back as Museum Curator for the Big Bear Valley Historical Society, and she’ll be the featured speaker at its next general meeting. The public is invited to attend March 14 at 7 p.m. at the Discovery Center to hear her plans for the museum and its contents. The Historical Society does not have a field trip planned for March, … [Read more...] about Everything you always wanted to know about the mob
Big Bear Valley Historical Society General Meeting
Big Bear Lake, CA, January 24, 2013 - The scheduled speaker at the next general meeting of the Big Bear Valley Historical Society is Bill Sapp, archaeologist for the San Bernardino National Forest. Mr. Sapp will be presenting information on the recently created Forest Service Stewardship Program where individuals, families and businesses agree to monitor important historical … [Read more...] about Big Bear Valley Historical Society General Meeting