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Author: Citrus Heights Historical Society
Arcade Cripple Creek Trail Historical Guide
The Arcade Cripple Creek Trail runs through some historic landmarks such as the Mitchell Farm, Pilchar Farm and C-Bar-C Ranch.
Small Family Farm Era
In 1910, real estate developer, Walt Trainor, began to buy large farms in northeast Sacramento County and subdivide them into smaller, 5 to 10 acre parcels. He marketed these parcels […]
Roseville Railyard Explosions
Citrus Heights Fire Battalion Chief, Lloyd Patterson, arrived at Fire Station 6 on the morning of Saturday, April 28, 1973. Located in the town of Antelope, the tiny fire station […]
Dry Farming Era: 1850-1920
While some early settlers catered to teamsters along the Auburn Road, others came to Citrus Heights with an eye on farming.
The Roadhouse Era: 1849-1864
Soon after gold was discovered in 1848, a road was established from Sacramento to Auburn and beyond to carry supplies to the miners.
The Native American Era
Sacramento Valley, including Citrus Heights, was home to the Nisenan group of Native Americans.
Sylvan Grammar School
Photos of Sylvan Grammar School from past to present. Click on one of the thumbnails to see a larger image.
Betty Leonard Bentzen
Betty Leonard Bentzen reflects on her 82 years living in Citrus Heights and how much this city has grown.
Bill Van Duker
Bill Van Duker was born in Oregon then moved to the Bay Area and it wasn’t til he was 40 when he moved to Citrus Heights.
Dawna Layton
Dawna Layton reflects on her childhood and the fun games the boys and girls played, how it was at McClellan Base during WWII and how there was a gas ration so her father couldn’t drive faster than 35 mph.