The FJMA visited the Alviso Adobe in Pleasanton on Saturday, July 18th. The tour host was Eric Nicholas, Naturalist for the City of Pleasanton.
The Alviso Adobe is in many ways similar to the Moraga Adobe, although it is slightly younger (built in 1854). It has recently been restored and is now part of the Pleasanton park system. The grand opening was held in October of 2008. It is jointly operated with the Amador-Livermore Valley Historical Society and is used for a variety of historical and cultural activities, including an active interpretive program.
The visit was very inspirational for the FJMA members in showing how a similar historic site has been preserved and enhanced for the benefit of the community.
