In December 2001, the City Council established the History and Arts Commission to assist the city in the preservation and protection of the city's historical resources and to develop and promote cultural arts within the city.
The Commission encourages the public to participate in the preservation of our history and cultural arts programs and always welcomes new ideas. If you have an idea, please call (916) 725-2448 or email historyandarts@citrusheights.net.
Art Programs
Greenback Lane Public Art Project
In October, 2008, the City installed its first piece of public art. Colin Lambert's "Up and Away" was installed on the vacant parcels between Parkoaks and Van Maren Lane.
Community Center Public Art Project
In October, 2009, the City installed the art piece by Philip Sciortino "Celebrate Citrus Heights" at the new Community Center located on Fountain Square Drive. This is the second piece acquired by the History and Arts Commission and City Council for the City's public art collection.
Art in City Hall Project
The Citrus Heights "Art in City Hall" program was created in May 2003. The "Art in City Hall" program is sponsored by the City of Citrus Heights and the Citrus Heights History and Arts Commission.
The goal of the program is to beautify City Hall, to create community involvement, to promote public art, and to create an opportunity to feature the talent of local artists. Approximately every three months new artists and artwork are selected to display their work. The artwork is display throughout various buildings in the Civic Center Complex including: City Hall, General Services, Council Chambers, and the Chamber of Commerce. The public is invited to view the City's permanent art collection during regular business hours. If you are interested in showing your art please fill out an art perspective, or send an email to historyandarts@citrusheights.net.
History Programs
Historic Plaque Project
The History and Arts Commission has recently completed its Historic Plaque Project. For more information see the Historic Sites brochure. Below are the five historic sites that have been recognized with historic plaques describing their significance within the area including:
- 14-Mile Roadhouse
- Rusch Home
- San Juan High School
- Sylvan School/Community Clubhouse
- Sylvan Cemetery
For more information visit the Historic Plaque Sites Webpage.
Historic Resources Survey
The Commission consulted with an historic preservation expert, Carol Roland to develop the Citrus Heights Historical Resource Survey. The Commission used this survey material to adopt recommendations regarding the relative significance of historical sites within the Community.
Download a Copy of the Historic Resources Survey
Publications of Citrus Heights
The City of Citrus Heights has various publications relating to the history of Citrus Heights. If you are interested in seeing a copy of any one of these publications please contact city staff, Stephanie Cotter at 916-725-2448 or scotter@citrusheights.net.
Download a List of all Publications of Citrus Heights
Historical Site Preservation
The Commission has identified the city's most historic sites and will be working on the development of a plan to preserve and protect these resources.
These sites have been recommended by the History and Arts Commission for Historic Designation:
|
Location |
Year
Built |
National Register of Historic Places |
Ca Register of Historic Resources |
Ca Points of Historic Interest |
City Recognition |
|
Rusch Home
7301 Antelope Rd |
1916 |
X |
X |
X (Currently Designated) |
X |
|
14 Mile Roadhouse
6540 Auburn Blvd |
1851 |
X |
X |
|
X |
|
San Juan High School
7551 Greenback Ln |
1913 (1st Built) |
X |
X |
|
X |
|
Old Sylvan School
6921 Sylvan Rd |
1862 |
|
X |
|
X |
|
Friends Church
7600 Old Auburn Blvd |
1921 |
|
X |
|
X |
|
Sylvan Cemetery
7401 Auburn Blvd |
1862 |
|
|
X |
X |
