San Dimas Historical Society
Explore the fascinating past of San Dimas with the SanDimasHistoricalSociety. Our digital resources provide a window into the town’s vibrant history, from its early beginnings to the present day. Dive into captivating stories, archived documents, and unique artifacts that bring the past to life. Located on the second floor of the historic Walker House.
Our Team
Our amazing team of regular and part-time volunteers is committed to preserving the history of our community. We take our interest and passion for history and turn them into action. Think you would be a good fit? Get in touch for more information!
Our History
The building now known as the Walker House was built from 1885-1887 as a railroad hotel near the newly completed Santa Fe Railroad. The building’s completion coincided with the end of the land boom that preceded it. Empty for two years, it was ultimately sold to the James and Sue Walker family as their family home.
Our Mission
Formed in the summer of 1966, our mission as an organization has been to preserve the history of San Dimas by bringing together people interested in Southern California regional history through discovering and collecting items that establish, define or illustrate the history of San Dimas.