Sip wine and snack on appetizers in the unique setting of Kearney Mansion, while you enjoy this intriguing program.

Tinker to Evers to Chance: The Chicago Cubs and the Dawn of Modern America

Their names were chanted, crowed, and cursed. Joe Tinker, Johnny Evers, and Fresno's own Frank Chance came together in rough-and-tumble early twentieth- century Chicago and soon formed the defensive core of the most formidable team in baseball's National League.

Author David Rapp will discuss his new book, Tinker to Evers to Chance: The Chicago Cubs and the Dawn of Modern America. Rapp's engaging history resets the story of the World Series winning 1908 Cubs. His narrative enables us to marvel anew a the feats of the unstoppable trio and provides a rare look at one of baseball's first dynasties in action. Signed books available to purchase. 

A historic photograph exhibit of local baseball history will be on display. 

Friday, September 7, 2018

Click HERE or call (559) 441-0862 for reservations. 

This program is for people 21 years and older. Appetizers, two drink tickets (white wine/beer/water), Kearney Park admission, and a self-guided tour of the Kearney Mansion Museum are included with the price of admission.
All proceeds benefit the Fresno Historical Society.

Join us for an informative lecture on how to begin researching your family history. Librarian Melissa Scroggins from the Fresno County Genealogical Society will outline how to get started with family research. Attendees will learn what resources are available for free at the San Joaquin Valley Heritage & Genealogy Center and around town, as well as the best software and subscriptions. Ms. Scroggins will also highlight common mistakes made by amateur genealogists.

This event is FREE to the public. 

Date: September 13, 2018

Location: Fig Garden Library Meeting Room
3071 W Bullard Ave, Fresno, CA 9371

We are looking for a few dedicated volunteers to work on archival projects, help out at our events, and assist our weekend tour staff. Build your resume with volunteer experience at a local nonprofit!

Archives volunteers must be available to commit to 3-4 hrs/wk Tuesday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Under the supervision of Archivist Katy Hogue, archives volunteers assist with duties including exhibit and article research, archives inventories, and organizing archival holdings. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, able to lift 15 lbs., able to climb stairs, and have their own transportation.

Event volunteers are called upon to assist with set up and tear down during events at Kearney Mansion Museum and other locations in Fresno. Events are usually in the evening and often on Thursday nights. Shifts vary depending on the event. Volunteers benefit by gaining free access to the event/presentation. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, able to lift 15 lbs., able to climb stairs, and have their own transportation.

To apply to be an Archives or Event Volunteer, fill out our  Volunteer Application.

Weekend volunteers are also needed to assist the weekend tour staff at the Kearney Mansion Museum. Volunteers welcome tour visitors and sell items in the Museum Store. Volunteers also assist the museum staff with other duties when needed. We are seeking individuals who are willing to volunteer a minimum of one weekend (Saturday and Sunday) per month or two weekend days per month. Volunteers are needed from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm.

If interested, please fill in the Kearney Mansion Museum Volunteer Application. Qualified applicants may be contacted for additional information or to schedule an interview.

Memberships dues are essential in helping to sustain the Fresno Historical Society from year to year. From time to time the Fresno Historical Society receives funding through estate bequests. These funds help tremendously with larger projects and programs undertaken by the Society. These gifts assure our members that, through their estate planning, they can do even more to protect our heritage for future generations. You can, too. You'll be helping to protect our history and yours for years to come. 

Benefits include: 

• Your gift costs you nothing now, and you retain control of your assets during your lifetime.
• You can change your mind or modify your gift if circumstances change.
• Your gift can remain anonymous if you choose.
• Your gift may provide tax savings or help reduce the tax burden for your heirs. 
• You can leave a gift in honor or memory of someone who inspired your love of history.

Click HERE for more information on starting your estate planning.  Bequests that are non-specific or broadly worded will go farther to support our projects and programs. Consulting an estate planning attorney is recommended. 

Click HERE to join the Fresno Historical Society.