Clovis-Big Dry Creek Historical Society
401 Pollasky Avenue
The Clovis Museum In Old Town Clovis
Clovis, CA 93612-1141
ph: (559) 297-8033
fax: (559) 297-8034
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Over 10,000 visitors last year
Come to see us when you visit the Clovis Farmer's Market on Fridays during spring through fall, Saturday mornings all year, or, anytime you are in town.
Our hours are 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday; we are also open by special arrangement by calling us at (559) 287-3033.
We are supporters of the Greater Fresno Alliance of Museums.
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For a direct contribution to the Clovis Museum, make a check, payable to: Clovis-Big Dry Creek Historical Society and mail to the above address.
Free Centennial Pens!
Get yours by visiting our museum! Free today .. a collectors item tomorrow!
Ask for yours at the front desk.
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Centennial Bricks:
We wish to thank all those that contributed to the success in the sale of Centennial Bricks; these bricks have been laid in the courtyard of the Tarpey Depot. For questions regarding this program, contact Peg Bos at (559) 297-8033
The Streets of Clovis
(Cont'd on the "About Us" page, followed by The Bells of Clovis)
Our Special Display counter has been revised, just for you. Step inside the Clovis Museum to see the entire layout.
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Items on Sale:
Clovis Historical Blanket:
We now have only a few of these Historical Blankets remaining; these durable, washable, blankets are very popular due to our passed Clovis Centennial, and, they make a great Christmas or Birthday Gift to your special someone, so, get yours now to "beat the rush"; place your order and don't miss out. $39 per blanket. See our "Contact Us" page for a description.
Books: priced at $5 each, or 2 for $8.
Disks/DVDs:
Clovis Historical Postcards
These are all great as a Holiday Gift, and, as a short, touch-base mailing! -Several designs available-
Call 559 297-8033 for ordering, or, come into the museum.
Our museum prides itself in our displays of artifacts from our Clovis township history and the families of the surrounding areas that have created our "Clovis way of life". This history not only celebrates the immigrants to the area from the mid-1800s, but also the local natives that used the area for their livelihood. A separate part of the museum honors our Clovis Veterans of WWI, WWII, Korea, Viet Nam, and the Gulf Wars.
The Old Train Depot Dock
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Garfield School Arch
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Toll Thornton
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Clovis Fire Station
Pollasky and Sixth Street
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Frank Drury Circa: 1950
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Gene Rose, examining an old section of the Clovis to Shaver Lake Flume; photo from his book, "Reflections of Shaver Lake".
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Above: Harpains's WWII
Military awards
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Below: at Harpains's Dairy
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1944: GOING TO TOWN
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See more photos on the following pages.
Clovis is now a Centennial City
What's New?
"Let's Talk Clovis" Forums are held at 7:00 PM, in the Clovis District Memorial Building, 453 Veterans Parkway (formerly Hughes Ave), Clovis CA 93612, telephone number: (559) 299-0471. See our short stories on our "Contact Us" page.
Upcoming Events
January 11, 2022: "Let's Talk Clovis", Frank DeLuca, Clovis historian: Italian history during WWII.
February 08, 2022: "Let's Talk Clovis", speaker to be determined.
March 08, 2022: "Let's Talk Clovis", speaker to be determined.
April 12 , 2022: "Let's Talk Clovis", speaker to be determined.
Board of Director's Meetings:
Meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of each month, 06:30 PM at the Clovis Museum, 401 Pollasky Avenue, Clovis, CA, except November - see below; the public is invited and encouraged to attend. Each November meeting: we elect Officers and Board members and meet at the Veteran's Memorial Bld at 6.30 PM to accommodate increased public attendance.
December 28 , 2021; No meeting this month.
January 25, 2022: Regular Officers and Board of Directors meeting: all members and the public are encouraged and invited to attend.
February 22, 2022: Regular Officers and Board of Directors meeting: all members and the public are encouraged and invited to attend.
March 22 , 2022: Regular Officers and Board of Directors meeting: all members and the public are encouraged and invited to attend.
April 26, 2022: Regular Officers and Board of Directors meeting: all members and the public are encouraged and invited to attend.
----- Clovis History articles are available at the Clovis Roundup newspaper site.
Our Historic Clovis High School
-Now the San Joaquin College of Law (SJCL)-
Clovis Centenarian, Sepharina Herrerra Franco, founder of Franco's Restaurant in Clovis, CA
The Academy School
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Past Presentations:
Octavio B. Ruelas
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1942 -Janis (Franklin) Penney, seated on the steps of her home at 400 Pollasky Ave and 4th Street, Clovis, CA, with her cat, Mr. Lace. This home was once known as the Dr. Richard Tracy Clark 1900 House.
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Below: Harriet Rae (Hallock) Kingen
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Clovis MuseumFront Door:
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Abraham Miller in Passenger Seat
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Below: Otis Qualls, holding Grandson Bryan, while riding his horse, Bones:
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Frank Drury's Parade horse, Roanie
UNFRAMED PRINTS OFTHE 1958 CLOVIS DEPOT WATER COLOR PAINTING, BY CLOVIS ARTIST, PAT CHAFFEE,are available fora $100 donation; a Certificate of Authenticity will be provided for each print (Pat donated the original of the painting to the museum). Other paintings by Patricia are also available at the museum for viewing and/or purchasing. Cash or certified cashier check accepted only. Call 559 297-8033 for ordering.
Above: Grinding Mortar with Pestle
Below: Ike Herrera's 1933 Ford Victoriaparked on theEast side of Clovis Ave, 400 block
Hauling Logs near Shaver Lake
Clovis statue of Ken "Festus" Curtis with sculpurist Samantha Hutchings
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Harpain's Dairy Cows:
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The Qualls Family:
A California Outdoor Picnic
The Golden Poppy, native to our area
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401 Pollasky Avenue
The Clovis Museum In Old Town Clovis
Clovis, CA 93612-1141
ph: (559) 297-8033
fax: (559) 297-8034
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