Join the Lodi Historical Society & expert Blake Roberts to learn about the natural & cultural history of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area, the first and only National Heritage Area in California.

The Sacramento-San Joaquin National Heritage Area is committed to economic development, especially heritage tourism, ecotourism, and agritourism that is compatible with agriculture; to the preservation of the region’s unique architecture; and to creating interpretive and history programs that attract, entertain, and educate visitors and residents alike.   

Blake is lead staff for the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta National Heritage Area. He managed the preparation of the National Heritage Area Management Plan, runs numerous heritage-related projects and planning efforts, and is involved in the Alliance of National Heritage Areas. He has over 25 years of experience as a practitioner, educator, researcher, and writer focused on community revitalization, cultural heritage, environmental planning, land use, public engagement, and urban design. He has a Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning from UC Irvine.

Program is free & open to the public, $5 donation encouraged for non-members.