John Marsh Historic Trust

John Marsh Historic Trust

Preserving American and California History in Contra Costa County



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John Marsh Historic Trust
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Board of Directors

Facilitator Randy Widera of Blue Oak Consulting leads the John Marsh Historic Trust board in a recent planning session.

Facilitator Randy Widera of Blue Oak Consulting leads the John Marsh Historic Trust through a recent planning session at the Big Break Regional Shoreline Visitor Center made possible by grant support from a California State Parks Foundation grant and support from the East Bay Regional Park District.

Gene Metz, AIA, President
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Miranda Harmon-Smith, Secretary
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Robert Jones, Board Co-chair, Treasurer/CFO
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Barry Margesson, Board Co-chair
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Steve Torgeson
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Kathy Leighton
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Ted Alesna
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Karen Wahl
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John Fink
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Karen Rarey
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Executive Director

Rick Lemyre
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Access Status

The John Marsh Stone House and the Marsh Creek State Park are not yet open to the public.
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Become a Friend

There are many membership levels to choose from.

  • Individual – $25
  • Family – $50
  • Rancho – $150
  • Stone House – $500
  • Marsh Society – $1,000
  • Other: E-mail marsh1856@yahoo.com

Payment can be made by credit card , by check, or by private arrangement.

To pay using a credit card, click the PayPal link at the top of this page. Enter the amount, and type the membership level you desire in the space provided.

To pay by check, make your check payable to “John Marsh Historic Trust” and mail it to: John Marsh Historic Trust, P.O. Box 1682, Brentwood, CA 94513.

To make private arrangements, email Marsh1856@yahoo.com or call 925.679.5811

Visit our “Become a Friend” page for more information.

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P.O. Box 1682, Brentwood, CA 94513
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