Monterey Spanish era history lecture series at Stanton Center Theater Scott GaleCurating the Anza’s Monterey Exhibit Greg Bernal-Mendoza SmestadSoundscapes of the 1775-76 Anza Expedition MHAA board member Scott Gale will lead a visual exploration of the Anza Expedition and early Spanish Monterey. Scott Gale, MD MBA is a semi-retired physician, a MHAA board member, and […]

Monterey Spanish era history lecture series at Stanton Center Theater Cameron BinkleyThe Story of El Castillo de Monterey Adam KinkadeSpanish Governors in Monterey This illustrated lecture will focus on the history of the Spanish fortification that defended colonial Monterey most notably from pirates.  We will examine some of the more poignant military, archeological, cultural, and […]

Monterey Spanish era history lecture series at Stanton Center Theater Rubén G. MendozaThe Mission Under The Mission: Excavating Carmel’s Forgotten Past Mary Ann CarboneThe Regional Indigenous Mission Experience What survives beneath the restored grandeur of Mission San Carlos Borromeo? In this compelling talk, archaeologist Dr. Rubén G. Mendoza examines Carmel Mission’s buried architecture, artifacts, and […]

Enjoy a full weekend of intriguing presentations by a stellar lineup of historians, exploring fresh perspectives on the American Civil War. The Stanton Center is situated on historic Custom House Plaza, near Old Fisherman’s Wharf. The full schedule and titles of talks will be posted soon on the conference website.  Featured Speakers: GORDON RHEA, Attorney General of the U.S. Virgin Islands […]