COOPER-MOLERA ADOBE, MONTEREY, CA
The National Trust for Historic Preservation sent me
to photograph the Cooper-Molera Adobe complex
in downtown Monterey, CA, which they own and run.
It dates to 1827. The buildings and two-and-half-acre
grounds had recently undergone a big refresh, and my
assignment was to document the results. Anyone can
tour the buildings inside and out. There are gardens
and fruit trees, and a cafe and a restaurant as part of
the complex - some of the food the restaurant serves
comes out of the garden. A highly pleasant spot.
Some of these photos are in Preservation Magazine, a
great publication. Joining the Trust helps them do their
fantastic work, and you get the magazine in the
bargain; it’s always a surprising read with great graphics
and photos. The Trust embodies a social mission in
everything they do — it’s not just about old buildings —
just one of the many reasons I love working for them.
Also, I really love spending time in old places.
Here’s a link to Preservation Magazine
https://savingplaces.org/stories/a-closer-look-at-three-traditional-building-materials