by Zog | Dec 3, 2025 | Historical
The “Log Cabin” is an example of a continued fondness for the rustic forms and images of pioneer America. It is also an example of what community effort has accomplished in Davis. The community began looking for a place to house the growing range of scouting...
by Zog | Dec 3, 2025 | Historical
Built in two phases (1926 & 1928), the Brinley Block Building, a one story brick structure, is an example of commercial architecture of the late 1920’s. The building incorporates several business establishments into one clean overall rectangular design, with...
by Zog | Nov 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Davis Arch, one of the most striking structures in early downtown Davis, no longer exists. It spanned 2nd Street at G, between buildings # 6 and # 7, welcoming visitors from the depot (# 8) and proclaiming “Davis” to be “Gateway to Yolo County” and “Home of the...
by Zog | Nov 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Halfway around the world to Davis It is a long flight from Kathmandu, Nepal, to Davis, Calif. Thirty-three years ago, Hera Shakya made that journey and found that perfect place to open his business, Tibet Nepal, in downtown Davis. “It took a bit of time, but I was...
by Zog | Nov 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
“I didn’t choose Davis. Davis chose me,” shared Frank Acosta when asked about starting 3rd Street Jeweler in downtown Davis. And after spending some time visiting with Frank, you can see why Davis weighed-in on that choice. Frank is no stranger to the Davis community....
