Soon to be developed in new residences for the City of Richmond, the greenhouses of the former rose and carnation nurseries remain for now. Once these greenhouses were some of the most productive on the West Coast, given the mild climate and extended growing season. Changes in tax law made imports cheaper and eventually led to the closure of these and other greenhouses in California and the U.S. Today this site in Richmond is one of the last remaining as a reminder of the past. Some of the structural reminders of that past will be allowed to remain as a link to our past and heritage.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
4734_5_6_7_8_Fog Shrouded Hills Of Wildcat Canyon
A break in the rain was an opportunity to capture that brief interlude when the morning mists roll over the hills. This view is from the San Pablo Ridge at the Richmond end looking south east. The site of the former Belgum Sanatorium is just visible at the lower right.
Friday, December 17, 2010
2010 Laboratory Christmas Potluck
Once again those hard working lab folks take time out for the annual Christmas potluck where hidden talents are expressed and green is the color of the day.
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