Alameda Museum

Benajah Benedict

Bay Farm Pioneer Invested in East End Homes

Sep 25,2018

Alameda pioneer Benajah Benedict lived on Bay Farm Island — where he cultivated crops — for almost 50 years. He invested some of his profits in real estate. He had three homes built on Jackson Street — including one currently on the market.

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What’s in a style

Jun 08,2017

Wood no longer dressed like stone: Stick-style

Alameda is famous for its  Victorian-era homes built during Queen Victoria’s reign from 1837 to 1901. One of these, in the Stick style, is pictured on the right. 

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Museum closes for facelift

May 30,2017

 

The Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda  Ave.,  has closed its doors temporarily. Curator George Gunn, is working on displaying previously  unseen artifacts at this showcase for local history. 

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Adam de la Torre  Frank Bette

Frank Bette: The Man Behind the Art Center

Mar 31,2016

 

Many people who stop by the Frank Bette Center for the Arts are curious about the history of the big golden yellow building at the corner of Paru Street and Lincoln Avenue. They also ask about the man behind the center. 

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“Central France Scene” will be one of the paintings on display at Dr. Bob Doerr’s show at the Alameda Museum.

Doerr to Exhibit at Museum

Jan 30,2014

Alameda artist Dr. Bob Doerr will host a show and reception at the Alameda Museum, 2324 Alameda Ave., from noon to 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8.

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