Mendocino is known for its water towers, which in the beginning were the source of fresh water operating on a gravity system. Many remain standing with some providing water while others have been transformed for a multitude of uses.
Join us this Sunday, September 24, at 3 pm for the Kelley House “A Sunday Afternoon With…” program, where local businessman, Barry Cusick, will share stories from old-timers and explain the workings of the towers and their history. He has been involved in the restoration of other towers and brokered the sale of several. Barry has been a businessman, community leader and volunteer, serving as a firefighter for 34 years, was co-founder of the Land Trust, Friendship Park and the 4th of July parade, served on the Mendocino Historical Review Board and the Community Services District. The nominal admission fee of $5 for members and $7 for non-members will benefit the Kelley House Museum, 45007 Albion Street, Mendocino.