Historic Highway 99 Association of California
Dedicated to the preservation of California's Main Street – former US Highway 99
Greetings All! I apologize for the absence of a newsletter this last cycle. I’ve been busy with moving and remodeling a house so have been unable to work on much things related to the Association. Your continued support is greatly appreciated. We have a few projects in the works still, including signing the Pine and … Read more
Our July 2022 presentation video is now available to view on our YouTube channel. If you missed the meeting, you can view it using the link below: The Helen and Joe Chew Foundation is also holding a fundraiser for their newly approved “Historic Chinatown” signs in Red Bluff, CA. If you would like additional information … Read more
If you missed our presentation on May 17, you can view it on our YouTube channel at: Additional prior meetings can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAvGZpwJjMnoBplxbkxMmaw
Memories of US Route 99Red Bluff’s Chinatownby Jessica Casas After gold was discovered in Coloma in 1848, thousands of people including Chinese arrived in California to seek work in the mining industry. Red Bluff was the furthest point north and the last ferry stop on the steamboat. The ferry stop would eventually create Pine Street … Read more
Join us on Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 6 pm for a presentation on the Historic Ridge Route by Michael F Ballard. The road will be covered from Castaic to Gorman. Learn about the current status of the roadway and the Ridge Route Preservation Organization that is working to reopen the roadway. Please register for … Read more