The Santa Monica Conservancy is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to heritage conservation, from preserving cultural narratives to revitalizing historic places.
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On Sunday, May 4th, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., the Conservancy will host its Annual Meeting and Board Elections. The event begins at the Santa Monica Family YMCA with organizational proceedings, followed by a keynote speech from Adrian Fine Scott, the LA Conservancy's president and CEO. Afterwards, attendees can meet board members, staff, and other members of our community at a reception at the Santa Monica History museum.
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Preservation Resource Center
at the Shotgun House
The Shotgun House is open for tours on the second Saturday of every month from noon to 2 p.m.
2520 2nd Street
Santa Monica, CA
90405
Santa Monica, CA
90405
Explore the last intact shotgun house in Santa Monica, which now serves as an award-winning Preservation Resource Center for our community. Built in 1897, the little house features three original rooms where you can explore Santa Monica history and learn about preservation. Look behind the walls and the floor to reveal vintage materials, and see if you can find the one original window in the Shotgun House. learn more →
News
Advocacy: Meet the Tucker House
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Edit: On February 10th, 2025, the Tucker House nomination was passed for Santa Monica landmark designation, in a unanimous vote, by the ... more
One City: Many Stories - It Takes a Village
Reaching Out to Recognize Others for Exemplary Work in Preservation
Since 2004, the Conservancy has presented its annual Preservation Awards to honor community members for outstanding contributions to heritage ... more
One City: Many Stories - Meet Fielden Harper
[caption id="attachment_15596" align="alignleft" width="500"] Fielden Harper in her art studio.[/caption]
As we continue our year-end fundraising campaign, we are encouraged how many stories from our community we can include ... more
One City : Many Stories - Meet Libby Pachares and Alec Nedelman
[caption id="attachment_15571" align="alignleft" width="427"] Alec Nedelman (left) and Libby Pachares (right) in matching blue t-shirts.[/caption]
One City: Many Stories, our 2024 Year-End Review, celebrates the inspiring leadership of Libby ... more
