The California Historian is the Conference of California Historical Societies flagship publication. As time permits, we will be posting an index of important articles of past issues. Some of the articles and book reviews will be posted on this site.
The California Historian is uniquely "Sharing California's Heritage." Since 1954, first as a newsletter then a magazine, it has provided great articles and information. "It's a must for all history buffs." So begin reading and enjoying it, as others already do!
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Shasta Historical Society's oldest copy of the California Historian - December 1959
Discovered while strolling through the Shasta Historical Society library by Kris Payne (RVP Region 38) during the Fall Symposium reception in Redding,CA. John Shea CCHS Treasurer (Past President, 1992-1994), Ann Shea Past President (2 times, see below) and John Lenau current President look at the past copy.
Ann Shea Past President 1986-1987 (2013-2014) finds herself in another copy of the Shasta Historical Society's collection of California Historians
The California Historian continues to share California's heritage through many direct and indirect ways!