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Field Notes | June 2026
A Curated History of Newport Beach Through the Lens of Tourism “120 Years of Welcome” explores how tourism shaped Newport Beach through vintage photographs, forgotten stories, and the people who built a seaside escape that still lives in our memories today. Visit the Balboa Island Museum exhibit until October 1, 2026. Immerse yourself in nautical artistry at the Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival. Join us for on-the-water and on-the-land activities celebrating wooden boats on June 13th.
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Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival
On Saturday, June 13th, attendees can explore over 40+ iconic boats on land and water, engage with boat owners and hear their stories, tour our featured vessel, the Spirit of Dana Point, and enjoy food and entertainment while celebrating maritime traditions. Saturday Festival Tickets (June 13, 2026) General Admission: $10/person Children’s Admission (Under 12 Yrs): Free Gondola rides will be available for purchase in person at the event. BUY TICKETS Saturday Tickets Are Also Available At The Gate (Subject To Availability)
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120 Years of Welcome Exhibition
“120 Years of Welcome” explores how tourism shaped Newport Beach through vintage photographs, forgotten stories, and the people who built a seaside escape that still lives in our memories today. Experience a richly layered journey through time, where Newport Beach’s past comes into focus through the stories, places, and defining moments that shaped its legacy as a destination. Date(s) – 05/22/2026 – 10/01/2026 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Location Balboa Island Museum 210 B Marine Avenue Balboa Island, CA 92662 A Curated History of Newport Beach Through the Lens of Tourism FEATURES TO EXPERIENCE: The Tourism Archive of Newport Beach: A richly layered, immersive touchscreen experience invites exploration through Newport…
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Field Notes | May 2026
Preservation Month will be celebrated all month long. We will be featuring historic sites. This year’s theme is “all people are created equal.” You might want to find antiques to add to your personal collections at Redo Market held in Dana Point on Del Prado which will be held on Sunday, May 3rd from 9am to 5pm. National Museum Lovers’ Day will be celebrated on May 5th. Explore local museum sites all month long by viewing our list of historic sites. Enjoy 70° weather at Dana Point Harbor on a sailboat, paddleboard, kayak, or parasail. The Dana Point Yacht Club will celebrate its 73rd Opening Day on May 17, 2026.…
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For the Love of the Sea Exhibition
Laguna Plein Air Painters Association Announces Award Winners for “For the Love of the Sea” Exhibition Juried Competition Honors the Legacy of Frank Cuprien in partnership with the Laguna Art Museum LAGUNA BEACH, CA — The Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA) is proud to announce the award winners for its premier juried exhibition, “For the Love of the Sea”. Presented in special collaboration with the Laguna Art Museum (LAM), this exhibition celebrates the enduring coastal legacy of Frank Cuprien, the “Dean of Laguna Coast Painters”.The competition drew over 320 entries from across the United States. Following a rigorous jurying process, the 2026 Awards Judges—Julie Perlin Lee (Laguna Art Museum…
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Newport Beach
Newport Harbor is known for yachts and sailboats that glide gracefully through the ocean water. For adventure seekers, the harbor offers a variety of activities from paddleboarding and kayaking to sunset cruises. Schedule your trip to Catalina or for a sport fishing adventure for anglers. Celebrate the past and present at the iconic Mayor’s Table at the Lido House Hotel, located on the historic site of the old Newport City Hall. ⛵Don’t forget to explore picturesque Balboa Peninsula with just a short ferry ride away. Enjoy museums, shops, delicious frozen bananas, and scenic walking paths designed for the perfect summer day destination. ⚓Balboa was named after Vasco Núñez de Balboa.…
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Field Notes | April 2026
Spring is here! It is time to enjoy 70° weather at the Newport Beach International Boat Show at Lido Marina Village from April 16th-19th, 2026. Incorporating stunning yachts from top builders and brokerages, the event offers attendees a one-of-a-kind experience that captures the essence of Newport Beach’s elevated lifestyle. We are working on preserving Newport Beach’s history. The City will be celebrating its 120th anniversary this September. This photo captures a 1940s Bal Week also called Easter Week when spring break took place at Balboa. This crowd at the Fun Zone shows how thousands visited the area to rent beach cottages during their college years. This exhibition is a collaborative…
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OC Archives Bazaar
Thank you for Celebrating 5 years of OC Archives Bazaar! With over 1000 attendees, 28 exhibitors, 20 volunteers, 10 guest speakers and 3 planning committee members, this year’s OC Archives Bazaar, Beyond the Archive: Textiles, Tunes, and Tales from Orange County was a great hit! Thank you for having visited our exhibition table at the Great Park. We enjoyed learning about your projects and are excited to collaborate with you. Oc Archives Bazaar by 70 Degrees
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Field Notes | March 2026
Happy Women’s History Month! We remember leading ladies’ legacies. View our collection of WWII Homefront stories. Route 66 – Happy 100th Birthday to America’s Mother Road: Paintings by Joan Gladstone December 13, 2025 – May 30, 2026 at the Hilbert Art Museum in Orange Celebrate the centennial of America’s most iconic highway as artist Joan Gladstone captures the spirit and nostalgia of historic Route 66 – the “Mother Road” that stretches 2,400 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica – across eight states. This exhibition showcases eighteen vivid contemporary oil paintings of the legendary road and its bold, colorful signage, inspired by Gladstone’s travels, archival images and imaginative reinterpretations. Book of…
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Historic Orange
NO. 204 OLD SANTA ANA – Portolá camped on the bank of Santa Ana River in 1769, and José Antonio Yorba, a member of the expedition, later returned to Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana. El Camino Real crossed the river in this vicinity. The place was designated Santa Ana by travelers and known by that name until the present town of Santa Ana was founded. Location: NW corner of Lincoln Ave and Orange Olive Rd, Orange Historic Map Discover the history of Orange, including the first and only Spanish rancho in Orange County, the founding and settlement of the city, the iconic Plaza, the Old Towne Historic District, and some…
