Pena adobe as the residence of Juan Tapia Rivera, Lagoon Valley. L to R - Juan Tapia Rivera; Grace Diaz; Mrs. Nestora Rivera (1885?)
Grandma Lyons house in rear of Casa Maria (First house in Vacaville??) Other research shows that Blum's building preceeded this house..
This pamphlet is published by the members of the American History Class of 1930-1931 of Vacaville Union High School as an effort to preserve a few of the facts and recollections of our pioneers, in order that they may not be entirely lost or forgotten. The class is deeply indebted to the following for their kind assistance in making this pamphlet possible: Mr. Ned Wolfskill, Mrs. Maria Dolores Lyon, Mr. [...]
Official brochure for the 1971 Vacaville Fiesta Days. A brief history of Manuel Cabeza de Vaca and Juan Pena introduces the reader to the rich heritage of the community. Early Fiesta history is also noted, with 1958 being the first Fiesta sponsored by the City and Chamber of Commerce. The 1971 Fiesta Committee General Chairman was Charles Chaffee. [...]