A bit of history of some of the mansions that once graced the streets of Oakland. More to come at a later date.
Clinton Park Urban Renewal Project
Clinton Park was a conservation project, the first of this type in the Western United States.Oakland's first concentrated action against blight and substandard housing.
The Acorn Projects
The Acorn or Acorn Projects are a series of housing projects in the Acorn Redevelopment Project Area of West Oakland.
Edson Plaza and Conservatory
Mr. Edson F. Adams, son of one of the city founders, purchased the conservatory and had it moved to a two-acre park he had created at the head of Lake Merritt, known as Edson Plaza. The new park was called Edson Plaza and Conservatory or Adams Park.
Then and Now – Downtown Oakland
Then and Now - Downtown Oakland - My 150th post!
Mills Gardens
Mills Gardens is bounded by 55th and Seminary Avenues, Mills College, and the Nelson Estate. Mills Gardens, the centrally-located subdivision, was placed on sale on May 03, 1924. The Fred T. Wood Co. were the owners and developers. The land that Mills Gardens was once a part of Mills College and was known as the "old meadow."... Continue Reading →
A Storybook Firehouse
Montclair Firehouse is a City of Oakland Historic Landmark in the Montclair district. It was built in 1927.
Lockwood Gardens
Lockwood opened in August of 1942. Originally designed for low-income families regardless of employment, they were converted for the use of families the defense industry only.
Fruitvale Open-Air School
Fruitvale's Open Air School established in 1910
Four Restaurants and a Bagel Shop
Over the years four different restaurants and now a bagel shop have occupied 2060 Mountain Blvd in Montclair.