History Matters

The Redlands Historical Museum Association is a non-profit organization located in Redlands, CA, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of the city. The Museum of Redlands, housed in the former Redlands Daily Facts building, was designed by renowned architect Benjamin Rabe and opened its doors in July 1956. This 14,000 square feet one-story structure served as the city's daily newspaper headquarters, featuring a unique open-air atrium area adorned with a wall fountain depicting the history of hot-lead-type printing.Generated from the website

A.K. Smiley Public Library, established in 1894, has been serving the City of Redlands, California and beyond for over a century. The library's Heritage Room Division of Special Collections offers a diverse range of collections focused on the history of Redlands and Southern California, including the Abraham Lincoln and Civil War collections of the Lincoln Memorial Shrine. The library encourages lifelong learning and welcomes researchers, students, writers, and casual visitors to explore its collections. Walk-in researchers are welcomed, but appointments are encouraged. The library also offers volunteer and internship opportunities, as well as the option to make donations to the Archives, Museum of Redlands, and Lincoln Memorial Shrine.Generated from the website