Publications

Sequoia Book Shop window display, 525 Emerson Street, 1922

The Palo Alto Historical Association publishes a monthly newsletter as well as various books on local history. These and other resources are available at the Guy Miller Archives at the Cubberley Community Center, Room K-7. For assistance, contact Historians Steve Staiger or Darla Secor by phone at (650) 329-2353 or by email at steve.staiger@cityofpaloalto.org or darla.secor@cityofpaloalto.org.

Our Newsletter

We publish a newsletter, The Tall Tree, six times a year. If you are a member of PAHA, a copy will be sent to you by email or mail automatically. Hardcopies of the newsletters can be found at the archives at the Cubberley Community Center, Room K-7.

Current Volume

October 2024	Volume 48 Number 1
October 2024 Addendum	Volume 48 Number 1 Addendum

Past Volumes

Volume 47	2023-2024
Volume 46	2022-2023
Volume 45	2021-2022
Volume 44	2020-2021
Volume 43	2019-2020
Volume 42	2018-2019
Volume 41	2017-2018
Volume 40	2016-2017
Volume 39	2015-2016
Volume 38	2014-2015
Volume 37	2013-2014
Volume 36	2012-2013
Volume 35	2011-2012
Volume 34	2010-2011
Volume 33	2009-2010
Volume 32	2008-2009
Volume 31	2008
Volume 30	2006-2007
Volume 29	2006

Books

We have published various books on local history, and more are planned. The books are available at local bookstores and at the archives at the Cubberley Community Center, Room K-7.

		Mayfield: The Town that Wouldn't Go Away by Raye C. Ringholz Author: Raye C. Ringholz Softcover, 76 pages In an update to PAHA's 1976 history of Mayfield, Raye Ringholz showcases the many fascinating characters and events that shaped Mayfield and contributed to the character of the community today.
		Lucie Stern - Palo Alto's Fairy Godmother Author: Michael Litfin Softcover, 61 pages This is the story of Palo Alto's fairy godmother and benefactress, Lucie Stern. Michael Litfin, long-time associate director of the Palo Alto Children's Theatre, traces her life story and her many generous gifts to the City. A favorite biography, this new edition includes an introduction to author Michael Litfin, by Pat Briggs, retired director of the Palo Alto Children's Theatre, and an addendum about Lucie's contribution to the Boy Scouts of this area by Larry Christenson, BSA Volunteer.

		Palo Alto Remembered - Stories from a City's Past Author: Matt Bowling Softcover, 208 pages Palo Alto Remembered is a different kind of history book. The 43 stories - each accompanied by images of the times and people - capture Palo Alto's extraordinary history through highly readable and entertaining stories about the city's most memorable events and personalities. Bowling is a skillful story teller who brings alive the people and happenings he chronicles.

		Streets of Palo Alto Softcover, 72 pages Lists Palo Alto street names and gives the historic reference for each.

		Parks of Palo Alto Softcover, 76 pages Profiles more than 30 parks and open spaces, presents their history and their amenities.

		Palo Alto and its Libraries, A Long-time Love Affair Author: Tom Wyman Softcover, 48 pages Details the history of Palo Alto's libraries from 1893 to the present day. The book is out of print but can be found in libraries and in used bookstores.

		Palo Alto: A Centennial History Author: Ward Winslow, Editor Hardcover, 364 pages A comprehensive history of Palo Alto published in 1993. The book is out of print but can be found in libraries and in used bookstores. The book is now available online with full-text searching and viewing as a book. You can also read the book page by page.