San Dimas Historical Society

05/25/2026

Freedom is never free. Today we honor those who paid the price.

05/06/2026

A 1932 Cinco de Mayo parade n/w/c Bonita and Monte Vista - and honestly, the real star might be in the store in the background: Pay'n Takit. No branding team, no subtlety....just 'pay and take it!" 😅
Later it became Payless Beauty Supply, but I kind of miss the bold honesty. History isn't just in the parade - it's in the storefronts too.
Then and now, the celebration continues. Happy Cinco de Mayo.

04/05/2026

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Join us as we visit two legendary hot rod destinations in beautiful San Dimas — the world-famous So-Cal Speed Shop and the iconic The Early Ford Store!In thi...

03/23/2026

San Dimas CHALK Walk. Coming this Saturday March 28th 9 AM - 3 PM.
View or show off your chalk art in Downtown San Dimas on Bonita Ave.
Your business name will be included on a sponsored square, brought to life by one of our participating artists. A fun family-friendly atmosphere (we may even get a visit from the Easter Bunny). Artists Register at: https://bit.ly/chalkwalk2026
Any question pls contact Sara from JUDGING BY THE COVER bookstore.

A Community Art Showcase Event Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Location: Downtown San Dimas Downtown San Dimas will transform into a walkable outdoor art gallery as 71 artists create original chalk artwork throughout the district. This is a non-competitive community art experi...

03/05/2026

Dennison Ranch - 60-acre ranch on northeast corner of Allen and Walnut. Photo was taken about 1913 Manager W. C. Hartman at side of 1912 Ford with Mrs. Hartman at his right. In 1962 property was bought by F. Namimatsu for strawberries. Foothill Freeway now runs thru middle - east to west. I'm sure the citrus was wonderful, but can we talk about how good the strawberries were?

01/01/2026

Time passes. The city remains. Wishing you a meaningful New Year.

12/04/2025

12/03/2025

Come celebrate the magical season with the San Dimas Historical Society this Saturday, Dec 6th! Enjoy our annual Christmas Boutique along with all the holiday festivities happening around the Beautiful Walker House.

11/11/2025

In honor of those who served our country - both on the front lines and behind the scenes - we invite you to join us for a celebration of service, courage and sacrifice tomorrow November 11th at Freedom Park, C/O San Dimas Ave and Commercial St. at 4 p.m. Hosted by San Dimas H.E.R.O.E.S. Together, we will pay tribute to the men and women whose dedication has shaped our freedom and our future.

10/14/2025

San Dimas Floods 1968-69 ~ San Dimas Canyon Cabins. Bridge over Hamm's Canyon. San Dimas Canyon Golf Course. Amphibian Duck Crossing at San Dimas Canyon during peak of the storm 1-25-69. Once a head turner, the Mustang now rests battered during the storm at the S. D. Grain & Milling Co. Thankfully no injuries. And…one more Duck crossing!

09/08/2025

Little is known about this San Dimas motorcycle club, but as a bike lover myself, I especially appreciate spotting the gentleman in the Indian sweater. Looking at this group of guys, it's clear that some things never change. Motorcycles continue to bring joy to both the young and the old. If anyone recognizes these gentlemen or has any information about this photo, we’d love to hear from you.

Dawna Marshall recently shared a photo of her grandfather, Joe Walterscheid, and his daughter, Louise, on his motorcycle at the local motorcycle shop downtown, taken around 1920.