Ripon

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Through this juxtaposition of old and new photographs, see why so many historic buildings in Ripon, CA have endured into the present day through the thoughtful care and preservatio n of its citizens.Ripon is a charming and quiet city in the San Joaquin Valley in Central California. The community is very faith-based, prioritizing tolerance, gratitude, and family, and these values have played out in the development of the town. In the past 100 years, very few buildings have been demolished but instead have been repaired and repurposed. John P. Mangelos has always had a passion for preserving the history of Ripon and has collected photographs for many years. Most of the images are from his collection. Show more