The articles in this section were written by several authors between 1995 and 2005. Many pages are identified as “under construction,” and additional essays were planned but not completed. These articles reflect the available information and historical perspectives of the authors and the time when they were written. They have not been revised or updated. They do not necessarily represent the views of the Monterey County Historical Society, its board, volunteers, or staff.

Map of Downtown Monterey Showing Historic Buildings

1. Custom House
2. Pacific House Adobe
3. Casa del Oro – Boston Store
4. Old Whaling Station Adobe
5. Mayo Hayes O’Donnell Library
6. Doud House
7. California’s First Theatre
8. Casa Soberanes
9. Merritt House Adobe
10. Casa Serrano Adobe
11. Lara-Soto Adobe
12. Colton Hall
13. Casa Gutierrez Adobe
14. House of the Four Winds Adobe
15. Larkin House Adobe
16. Casa Amesti Adobe
17. Cooper-Molera Adobe
18. Fremont Adobe
19. Stevenson House Adobe
20. Casa Abrego Adobe
21. San Carlos Cathedral
21. Presidio of Monterey