Alma College campus in 1937 / image courtesy of the Jesuit Archives and Research Center

Alma Cultural Landscape Interpretive Tour

Alma College campus, 1937 / image courtesy of the Jesuit Archives and Research Center

Located along a natural ridge line in Bear Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve, the Alma Cultural Landscape was the location of a logging operation, several grand estates in the early 20th century and the location of Alma College, the first seminary in the West.

Use the map below to learn about the different features once present at the Alma Cultural Landscape.

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Alma Cultural Landscape Interpretive panel wayfinding map
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Alma College Dormitory Foundations Interpretive Panel
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Remnant of the Alma College Classroom Interpretive Panel
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Alma College 1949 Library Foundation Interpretive Panel
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Alma College 1934 Original Library
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The Marian Shrine Interpretive Panel
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From Rec Room to a Place of Prayer Interpretive Panel
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Tevis Mansion Interpretive Panel
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Courtyard Fountain Interpretive Panel
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From Ruins to Roost Interpretive Panel
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Alma College Garage Interpretive Panel
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Tevis' Aqueduct Interpretive Panel
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Relaxing in Roman Style Interpretive Panel

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