Do you teach California history?
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Are you curious or passionate about early California?
California’s history is rich, fascinating and unique. Here you can find resources to better teach and understand the history and culture of the Golden State as well as the common heritage of the U.S., Spain and Mexico.
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California History
Our best posts about California’s early history.
Exploration and settlement
The soldiers and civilians who founded California’s ranchos and pueblos.
Native Americans
The people who settled the land thousands of years ago.
Podcast
On the California Frontier Podcast we discuss fascinating topics about history and more.
California Missions
Facts, history and people — from 1769 to the present.
Resources
Tools for studying, appreciating and teaching about the culture and history of early California.