Oakland Heritage Alliance

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446 17th St Ste 301
Oakland, CA 94612

Oakland Heritage Alliance is a non-profit organization dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the rich historical and cultural heritage of Oakland. Through advocacy, education, and hands-on initiatives, they work towards preserving the city's architectural, historical, cultural, and natural treasures. Their efforts encompass a range of activities aimed at fostering awareness and appreciation for Oakland's unique legacy.

One of the key aspects of Oakland Heritage Alliance's work is their advocacy for the protection and revitalization of Oakland's significant landmarks and resources. They engage in direct action, publications, and educational endeavors to raise awareness about the importance of preserving the city's heritage. By organizing events, lectures, walking tours, and awards ceremonies, they create platforms for dialogue and community engagement around historic preservation.

With a focus on ensuring that future developments respect and integrate Oakland's historical fabric, Oakland Heritage Alliance's Preservation Committee actively represents community interests at City Hall. By advocating for the preservation of iconic sites like the Southern Pacific's 16th Street Train Station in West Oakland, they strive to uphold Oakland's unique identity and legacy. Join them in their mission to protect and celebrate Oakland's cultural legacy.

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Tina R.
11/11/2007

My home has a name, it's the Cates-Downing house. I know that my Italianate Victorian was built by Augustus Cates in 1879 as a commuter house. See the Bay Bridge didn't exist and cars had not yet...

Frako L.
7/7/2024

I came here expecting to see accolades for individual Oakland history tours and tour leaders, but mine may be the first. I've been on a few of these (like Chinatown, Old Oakland, Oakland...

Denise P.
12/28/2020

This a wonderful organization that works tirelessly to ensure the next generation of Oaklander know just how incredible the history of Oakland's neighborhoods, sites, and buildings. DParker 2020

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Sara J.
1/7/2008

One of my good friends is on the board of directors of OHA. OHA is a wonderful organization. It sponsors housing tours and walking tours of various historical homes and various neighborhoods in...

Jay M.
8/18/2008

OHA is GREAT! Active in identifying heritage buildings/sites throughout Oakland. You GOTTA look at their walking tours over the summer! We come up from San Jose to do them!

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