Gilroy
Gilroy by Claudia Salewske, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2003, is an illustrated exploration of the town of Gilroy, located along the El Camino Real at the intersection of the Pacheco and Hecker Pass highways. This 128-page book presents a detailed account of the region’s rich history, highlighting its agricultural roots, mineral hot springs, and the significance of being known as “The Garlic Capital of the World.”
Readers will find a collection of over 200 vintage images sourced from the Gilroy Museum and pioneer family albums, showcasing the evolution of the town from its early Ohlone settlements through the Rancho era and the post-gold rush period. The book captures the essence of Gilroy’s past, featuring its successful lumbering enterprises, expansive cattle ranches, and the vibrant community that celebrates its heritage through events like the Garlic Festival. This edition offers a visual journey through the unique history of a town that has played a significant role in the development of southern Santa Clara County.
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Located along the El Camino Real at the crossroads of the Pacheco and Hecker Pass highways, Gilroy is surrounded by the rich farmland of southern Santa Clara County. The region boasts a mineral hot springs, prime grazing land in the eastern foothills, and redwood forests to the west. In addition to successful lumbering enterprises, vast cattle ranches, and thriving resorts, Gilroy claims to be “The Garlic Capital of the World.” From the early settlements of the Ohlone, through the vibrant Rancho era and post “gold-fever” boom, to the present-day world-famous Garlic Festival, this book illustrates the unique history of this town at the southern end of Silicon Valley. Drawn from the archives of the Gilroy Museum and the albums of pioneer families are more than 200 vintage images of the businesses, dwellings, pastimes, hopes, and high-jinks of the individuals who made Gilroy what it is today.
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