Welcome to the Dana Point Historical Society

On Friday, March 5, the Society had an impromptu gathering with members of the Board of Directors to ...

The last Dana Point Lantern Post still standing in its original location was safely removed from Violet Lantern ...

The Dana Point Historical Society is pleased to introduce its virtual historic walking map of the Lantern District ...

Hello to 2021! First, let me welcome new member Wendy Manning. Second, let me thank all of our ...

By Keith Johannes The Dana Point Historical Society receives many questions about historic buildings and their preservation. Many ...

by Barbara Force Johannes The “Blue Lantern Gazebo” (pictured) at the Ken Sampson Overlook Park continues to be ...

Periodic articles, news, and useful information about the Society and historical resources

Events related to the history of our beautiful area

Various membership levels available and all fees are tax deductable.

Advocating for historic preservation for the enrichment of current and future generations

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