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CCCHS Author in the Archives Series presents:
From the largest explosion in human history to the infamous Port Chicago Mutiny trial, Concord After World War II captures pivotal moments in California's history.
Explosive growth after the war made Concord a popular stop for presidents, celebrities, and musical events. A small town of about 1,500 people in the 1940s now is home to more than 120,000. Jazz musician Dave Brubeck was born here, and the internationally acclaimed Concord Blue Devils still perform here. The 1960s saw the birth of the annual Concord Jazz Festival and Concord Jazz Records. Concord became sister cities with Kitakami, Japan, in the 1970s. The controversial Spirit Poles were erected in the 1980s, and De La Salle High School’s unbelievable 151-game football winning streak began in the 1990s.
Local history author and longtime Concord resident Joel A. Harris captures the essence of Concord’s resilience, showcasing how it has grown into a dynamic hub while preserving the echoes of its remembered past through images provided by the Concord Historical Society, the City of Concord, Contra Costa County Historical Society, and local citizens.
Join us as Joel shares his favorite images and tells us about his favorite stories from his new book, Concord After World War II.
CCCHS members $Free, non-members $10.
Please call 925-229-1042 or email [email protected] with questions.
DOORS OPEN AT 4:00 P.M.
Dean's talk begins at 4:30 P.M.
Book sales and signing to follow immediately.
From the largest explosion in human history to the infamous Port Chicago Mutiny trial, Concord After World War II captures pivotal moments in California's history.
Explosive growth after the war made Concord a popular stop for presidents, celebrities, and musical events. A small town of about 1,500 people in the 1940s now is home to more than 120,000. Jazz musician Dave Brubeck was born here, and the internationally acclaimed Concord Blue Devils still perform here. The 1960s saw the birth of the annual Concord Jazz Festival and Concord Jazz Records. Concord became sister cities with Kitakami, Japan, in the 1970s. The controversial Spirit Poles were erected in the 1980s, and De La Salle High School’s unbelievable 151-game football winning streak began in the 1990s.
Local history author and longtime Concord resident Joel A. Harris captures the essence of Concord’s resilience, showcasing how it has grown into a dynamic hub while preserving the echoes of its remembered past through images provided by the Concord Historical Society, the City of Concord, Contra Costa County Historical Society, and local citizens.
Join us as Joel shares his favorite images and tells us about his favorite stories from his new book, Concord After World War II.
CCCHS members $Free, non-members $10.
Please call 925-229-1042 or email [email protected] with questions.
DOORS OPEN AT 4:00 P.M.
Dean's talk begins at 4:30 P.M.
Book sales and signing to follow immediately.
