These were some of the young women of Manhattan Beach
who took part in the City's 50th Anniversary Parade of 1962.
In 1938 the State of California presented seven cities with safety awards. On May 13 of that year, a group of proud city officials accepted the "Honor City Plaque" from Ray Ingels, Director of Motor Vehicles. This photo was taken on the corner of 1st Street and Manhattan Beach Avenue.
This early view of a sparsely populated shoreline records the first homes to cast their shadows on the dunes of Manhattan Beach, 1909.
In 1914, 22nd Street still retained its wooden sidewalk while work was being done on the Sadler building and road construction of what was to be known as Marine Avenue.
A Walk Beside the Sea: Paving of Highland Avenue 1914.
While Strolling along The Strand in the 1930s, one could see
the newly constructed extension to the pier with the Palos Verdes hills in the background.

Experience over 100 years of Manhattan Beach History

The Historical Archives of Manhattan Beach

Interweaving the past with the present is an art – and when it comes to relaying the fascinating and diverse history of Manhattan Beach, California, Jan Dennis is the utmost storyteller. Have you ever wondered how a section of sand dunes grew to become the jewel in the crown of the South Bay? This collection of books feature archival photographs, important and little-known facts, distinctive stories and profiles of the people who helped shape the nature and character of the community. Progression is most successful when one takes the time to understand the path that came before – so come on a journey and learn about the unique and diverse history of Manhattan Beach, it's famous pier, the police force, the architecture of its homes and buildings and the men and women who turned the sand dunes into a city to love and admire.

About the Author

As a resident of the city for over 50 years, Jan Dennis has become the quintessential author and historian of Manhattan Beach history. Her colorful history includes being active in the civics of the city for over 40+ years (including having served on the city council and as mayor...
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These were some of the young women of Manhattan Beach
who took part in the City's 50th Anniversary Parade of 1962.

In 1938 the State of California presented seven cities with safety awards. On May 13 of that year, a group of proud city officials accepted the "Honor City Plaque" from Ray Ingels, Director of Motor Vehicles. This photo was taken on the corner of 1st Street and Manhattan Beach Avenue.

This early view of a sparsely populated shoreline records the first homes to cast their shadows on the dunes of Manhattan Beach, 1909.

In 1914, 22nd Street still retained its wooden sidewalk while work was being done on the Sadler building and road construction of what was to be known as Marine Avenue.

A Walk Beside the Sea: Paving of Highland Avenue 1914.

While Strolling along The Strand in the 1930s, one could see
the newly constructed extension to the pier with the Palos Verdes hills in the background.

The Historical Archives of Manhattan Beach

Books

"The History of the Manhattan Beach Fire Department"

"Skirts Across the Sand"

Shadows on the Dunes: An Architectural History of Manhattan Beach, California"

"A Walk Beside the Sea: A History of Manhattan Beach"

"Images of America: Manhattan Beach, California"

"Images of America: Manhattan Beach Pier"

"Images of America: Manhattan Beach Police Department"

"Manhattan Beach Chronicles"

"A Thread in the Tapestry: A History of Sepulveda Blvd in Manhattan Beach"

These were some of the young women of Manhattan Beach who took part in the City's 50th Anniversary Parade of 1962.

In 1938 the State of California presented seven cities with safety awards. On May 13 of that year, a group of proud city officials accepted the "Honor City Plaque" from Ray Ingels, Director of Motor Vehicles. This photo was taken on the corner of 1st Street and Manhattan Beach Avenue.

This early view of a sparsely populated shoreline records the first homes to cast their shadows on the dunes of Manhattan Beach, 1909.

In 1914, 22nd Street still retained its wooden sidewalk while work was being done on the Sadler building and road construction of what was to be known as Marine Avenue.

A Walk Beside the Sea: Paving of Highland Avenue 1914.

While Strolling along The Strand in the 1930s, one could see the newly constructed extension to the pier with the Palos Verdes hills in the background.

The Historical Archives of Manhattan Beach

Books

These were some of the young women of Manhattan Beach
who took part in the City's 50th Anniversary Parade of 1962.

While Strolling along The Strand in the 1930s, one could see
the newly constructed extension to the pier with the Palos Verdes hills in the background.