Two events for Lafayette Historical Society Supporters in April!
Are you smarter then a third grader? Now is the time to find out! And if you are not, you will be at the end of this exceptional pair of informative and fun events from the Lafayette Historical Society in April. Mark your calendars now and call LHS at (925) 283-1848 or send and email with your reservation request to Lafayette.history@comcast.net
Lafayette is one of the oldest settlements in Contra Costa County and several of the original buildings from the past remain in current use. Our rich history lives in these buildings today!
The presentation on April 25 will introduce you to the history of this interesting town. From it’s founding in 1848 when Elam Brown built the first house, through the growth and establishment of the La Fayette Post Office in 1857. Learn where the first general store was built, the second school house and the third school house. These are all buildings that still exist more than 150 years later. You’ll visit them on the walking tour if you join us on April 29th!
Mary McCosker, a Lafayette native, is a self-described history nut. Give her an excuse and she will dive into investigating any historical question put before her. She is the co-author of “Images of America – Lafayette”, a teacher of the History of Lafayette to third-graders in local schools through a program supported by “Lafayette Partners in Education” (LPIE) and the current president of the Lafayette Historical Society.
Mary’s deep-rooted knowledge of the area and her sense of humor promise to make these events extraordinary.
Michelle Chan also a longtime Lafayette resident and has been an LPIE instructor. She currently leads downtown tours for third-graders in Lafayette schools.
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