At the recent “Latina Business Leaders: Diverse Pathways to Success” event, a panel of local Latina leaders gathered at the Los Altos History Museum to honor the legacy of Juana Briones. Juana was a dynamic 19th century businesswoman, traditional healer and advocate. She owned many parcels of land in what is now Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, San Jose, and San Francisco. Prior … [Read more...] about Latina Business Leaders: Diverse Pathways to Success
Juana Briones
Meet Juana Briones: 19th Century Healer, Pioneer y una Voz
By: Perlita Dicochea, Ph.D. The story of an ordinary Afro-mestiza who led an extraordinary life during tumultuous times is the driving force behind Jeanne Farr McDonnell’s book Juana Briones of 19th Century California. Weaving together both a rich history and biography with a wealth of available evidence—including court testimonies, government documents, personal letters, … [Read more...] about Meet Juana Briones: 19th Century Healer, Pioneer y una Voz
Behind the Scenes: Making of the Juana Briones Exhibit
by Linda Castillo The last few months I have had the honor to be a part of the Juana Briones Advisory Council for the Los Altos History Museum. The Advisory Board is made up of an amazing group of talented individuals from all professional backgrounds sharing their experience and ideas for the upcoming exhibit and accompanying programming. During this time, I … [Read more...] about Behind the Scenes: Making of the Juana Briones Exhibit
Juana Briones Summer Workshop July 9-20, 2018
This is a wonderful opportunity for high school students to learn about the life and times of Juana Briones--entrepreneur, healer, and humanitarian of Afro-mestiza heritage who lived in the Bay Area in the 1800s. The Juana Briones Summer Workshop for high school students will be held at Los Altos History Museum from July 9 to July 20, 2018. Participants will engage in … [Read more...] about Juana Briones Summer Workshop July 9-20, 2018