Join us on a day trip to Danville, CA on Wednesday, August 13 when we will see two historic homes maintained by the National Park Service.
We will tour the Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site America's only Nobel Prize-winning playwright, Eugene O'Neill, chose Northern California as his sanctuary at the pinnacle of his writing career. Secluded from the outside world within the serene walls of his Tao House, O'Neill crafted his final and most memorable masterpieces: The Iceman Cometh, Long Day's Journey into Night, and A Moon for the Misbegotten. We will meet the shuttle at 205 Railroad Avenue in Danville at 10:00 am and have a two-hour tour of the home.
Following that, we will have lunch in Danville and on our way back we will visit the John Muir National Historic Site in Martinez. John Muir’s life was a tapestry of roles—fruit rancher, family man, writer—each interwoven with his deep love for nature. As one of America’s most influential naturalists, Muir was more than just an observer of the wilderness; he was its fiercest advocate. His passion for the land drove him to protect the places he held dear, ensuring that future generations could experience their beauty.
Admission to both homes is free. We can only bring up to 12 people, so please register and we will try to arrange carpooling.
Danville is about 1:30 from Sacramento. Any questions or cancellations, contact Helen Flach, kwflach@aol.com.