| MISSION STATEMENT |
| The mission of the Poway Historical and Memorial Society
(PHMS) is to bring together persons interested in collecting and
preserving artifacts and information of historical value
pertaining to Poway and its immediate environs. Through these
endeavors, we can share with our children the heritage of our
community --- from the pioneer days to the present. |
| HISTORY |
| Poway has an unique and fascinating history. In order to
preserve this history, a group of citizens banded together to
form the Poway Historical and Memorial Society. In the summer of
1964, Mr. Ray Stock organized the first meeting at the Old
Timers' Picnic at Felicita Park in Escondido. The Constitution
and by-laws were adopted the following November & Mr. Stock was
elected the first President. The initial membership was
fifty-three; today we have over 200 members. |
| THE PRESENT |
| In a cooperative effort between the City of Poway and the
PHMS, a museum facility has been established in Old Poway Park
on Midland Road. We have a railroad that runs through the park,
the Nelson House (a replica of an old pioneer house), I.O.G.T.
Hall (Independent Order of Good Templars 1881), blacksmith shop,
and other facilities used for social events. All work in the
park is done by dedicated volunteers preserving Poway's unique
heritage. |
| FUTURE GOALS |
| Continue preserving our history through artifacts, buildings
and research, and to disseminate this information to our school
children, researchers, or any interested individuals. |
| SOCIAL INVITATIONS |
| The history, romance and nostalgia of Poway is fascinating.
Over the years, many changes have and will continue to take
place, but the romance of the past has always intrigued all of
us. We invite you to join the PHMS and become an integral part
of our community. |
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