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About the Guide

This guide was created as resource for visitors to explore the city’s rich Latino cultural heritage. Visit the museum and learn about the city’s museum and the Latino history. Visit historic sites, celebrations, and neighborhoods that will give you an insider’s view of Vallejo’s vibrant ethnic community and unique history.

The guide is produced by Marisela Barbosa-Cortez, author of the book Images of America Hispanic and Latinos in Vallejo.

Learn more about Vallejo at www.visitvallejo.com Or stop by the Visitor Information Centers at 289 Mare Island Way suite A, and visit the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum at 734 Marin St, Vallejo, CA 94590 or visit their website www.vallemuseum.org

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 Los Gavilanes Charros during the Fourth of Parade in 1977

 Courtesy of Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum

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About Me

I believe in the power of relationships, in coming together as a community and telling our stories.

As we break through glass ceilings and reach for the sky, we must not lose sight of our roots rooted in community and family.

 

Marisela Barbosa-Cortez

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