Santa Clara County Preservation Alliance

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2024 AWARDEES!

• The San Jose Fire Museum Team for preserving, adapting, and transforming the former San Jose Fire Station One into the San Jose Fire Museum.
   

• Ocie Tinsley for outstanding support of the African American Heritage House at History Park, San José.
   

• Sue Cucuzza for preserving, managing, and advancing awareness of the Ashworth/Remillard House and its history.
   

• Sally Zarnowitz and Peter Hurd for leading a collaborative effort to add the Eichler Tract homes of Fairglen Additions to the National Register of Historic Places.
   

• Bill Mabry and John Tabuena-Frolli for carrying through to completion the restoration of the Smith House to be used for commercial purposes.
   

• The Moffet Field Historical Society for outstanding preservation and educational programs of Moffet Field's rich aviation and military history in Santa Clara County.
   

• Eddie Bowers for sustained cultural leadership in coordinating Morgan Hill's annual Veteran's Day commemoration since 1991.
   

• Lucy Solorzano for establishing the Native American Traveling Trunks Program at Gilroy Museum to instill awareness, education, and interest of Amah Mutson Tribal history.
   

• Dr. Gregorio Mora-Torres for tirelessly sharing the history of the Chicano Movement in Santa Clara County through extraordinary documentation and educational programs.
   

• Dr. Yvonne Kwan for extraordinary work in collecting and protecting Asian American and Pacific Islander oral history and stories for future generations.
   

• Michael and Doreen Boulland for decades of untiring dedication to south Santa Clara County historic education and preservation.

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• Nick Perry for his dedication to preserve Mountain View history through his leadership within the Mountain View Historical Association.

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• Jim Zetterquist: Lifetime Preservation Achievement Award for over three decades of outstanding historic preservation advancement, service, and promotion of  San Jose history/preservation organizations.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q:  Why was the SCCPA formed?

A:  In a spirit of collaboration, the SCCPA was formed in 2022 to bring preservation groups throughout Santa Clara County together to celebrate National Preservation Month as well as promote and enhance knowledge of the county’s heritage. 

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Q:  What is the purpose of the Preservation Awards Night?

A:  The purpose of the Preservation Awards Night is to bring Santa Clara County preservation groups, historical societies, and museums together to meet, share and honor individuals and organizations who have made significant historical and cultural preservation contributions throughout Santa Clara County.

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Q:  How were preservation award recipients selected?

A:  The SCCPA reached out to over 40 preservation groups, historical societies and museums throughout the county and asked them to consider nominating a candidate or group who has made a significant preservation contribution.

Q: What can I expect at the Preservation Awards Night?

A: The first half hour of the evening will give guests and preservation enthusiasts an opportunity to meet, share information, exchange ideas, and get to know the ‘Who’s Who’ of Santa Clara County’s historical preservationists. Tables will be available for groups to display and share information. The remaining 90 minutes will be a fun, celebratory time, hosted by a professional MC, of award presentations. 

Q:  Will parking be available?

A:  Yes, free parking is available in History San Jose Park’s parking lot off Phelan Road for the first 100 cars.  There is plenty of additional paid parking less than a half block from History Park at the end of Phelan Road.

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Q:  Will food and beverages be available?

A:  Beer, wine, water, and light finger foods will be available for sale.

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Q:  How much is admission and how can I purchase tickets?

A:  Admission is $20 for adults (under 18 are free) and tickets can be purchased on this website (click on the ‘Purchase Tickets Here’ button above). Guests will be checked in upon arrival.

Q:  Are sponsorship opportunities available?

A: Sponsors will be recognized in our event program, from the podium by our MC, and in press releases and follow up communications. Tickets will be provided per sponsorship level: $100/3 tickets, $250/6 tickets, $500/9 tickets. Refreshment donors will receive 3 tickets. (Click on the ‘Sponsor the Event’ button above).

Q:  Is there someone I can speak with to learn more or ask questions?

A:  Yes, you can call Tere Johnson at 408-406-3001.