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Join your friends in history
at the CCCHS Annual Meeting and Luncheon
to learn more about "the oldest surviving building"
in Contra Costa County.

The History of the Joaquin Moraga Adobe
Contra Costa County Historical Society
Annual Membership Meeting and Luncheon

Saturday, February 11, 2023
11:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Orinda Masonic Hall

This year's program features The History of the Joaquin Moraga Adobe as presented by Kent Long, president of The Friends of the Joaquin Moraga Adobe (FJMA). Kent will provide an illustrated presentation of the Adobe’s history as well as today’s reconstruction efforts. 

The Joaquin Moraga Adobe was built in 1841 by Don Joaquin Moraga as one of two family homesteads on the 13,000 acre “El Rancho Laguna de los Palos Colorados” land grant from the Mexican Government.  
 
The Joaquin Moraga Adobe in Orinda is considered the oldest surviving building in Contra Costa County. It has been recognized as a California State Historic Landmark since 1954 and was designated as an Orinda City Landmark in 1995.
Program agenda:
Registration and Welcome Reception
Lunch and beverages served
Contra Costa County Historical Society Annual Review
The History of the Joaquin Moraga Adobe, presented by Kent Long
CCCHS book sales and giveaway
RSVP information:

$40.00 per person
$20.00 student price*
RSVP's required by February 9th


Click here for the RSVP form or call (925) 229-1042

*Please bring student ID
All County mandates for COVID-19 will be followed at this event.
About the Speaker: Kent Long
An Orinda native, Kent served for many years as Archivist for the Orinda Historical Society before becoming president of the Friends of the Joaquin Moraga Adobe in 2009. Growing up in Orinda, Kent heard many stories about the Adobe and it piqued his curiosity. While Kent’s expertise is in software development, he has always had a passion for history, especially local history.
Location and Directions:
Orinda Masonic Hall
9 Altarinda Road, Orinda, CA.

The OMH is ADA compliant with designated parking and easy wheelchair access to the building. The Hall is also within walking distance of BART and has plenty of on-site parking.