The Redlands Area Historical Society, Inc.

The Redlands Area Historical Society, Inc. Established in 1972, the Redlands Area Historical Society seeks to support and to advance the many facets of the area's historic resources.

Although a Redlands Area Historical Society was organized in 1900, today’s Society was established in 1972 and incorporated in 1974. The Redlands Area Historical Society’s purpose is to support and to advance the many facets of the area’s historic resources. Historic resources, sites, and memorabilia provide tangible links to, and visible reminders of, the past, bringing continuity and perspective

to our lives. By perpetuating our past through the preservation of historic resources, we maintain a rich diversity in our community life. By respecting and restoring architectural integrity of structures and by conserving neighborhood environments, we preserve the unique character and document the historical evolution of the place in which we live. The Redlands Area Historical Society, Inc., emphasizes the conservation of the past in terms of buildings, neighborhoods, written and oral history, and memorabilia as well as programs to educate citizens, young and old, on the significance of the values of Redlands’ heritage.

Southern Pacific Depot in Loma Linda was at the base of the Mound City hotel that became the first hospital in Loma Lind...
07/22/2026

Southern Pacific Depot in Loma Linda was at the base of the Mound City hotel that became the first hospital in Loma Linda.

New Southern Pacific Depot in Redlands completed in 1892.
07/22/2026

New Southern Pacific Depot in Redlands completed in 1892.

Map of Southern Pacific and San Bernardino and Redlands Railroads in Redlands depot sites.
07/22/2026

Map of Southern Pacific and San Bernardino and Redlands Railroads in Redlands depot sites.

San Bernardino and Redlands Railroad Mission Depot on the corner of Barton and California Street. The depot stood just ...
07/22/2026

San Bernardino and Redlands Railroad Mission Depot on the corner of Barton and California Street.
The depot stood just north of the present AM-PM gas station. The motor engines were first named San Bernardino and Redlands. Redlanders cheered when the train pulling one car arrived with the name Redlands in 1888. Southern Pacific renamed the motors number 1 and number 2. The train was popular with Redlanders making several trips daily to San Bernardino. The train ended the stage coach lines.

Redlands Junction Depot provided two sweeping spurs so their large engines and freight trains could turn to Redlands fol...
07/20/2026

Redlands Junction Depot provided two sweeping spurs so their large engines and freight trains could turn to Redlands following California Street to West Citrus Avenue and then east.

Redlands Junction Southern Pacific Depot was an on the mainline of SP in Bryn Mawr near the present California Street. ...
07/20/2026

Redlands Junction Southern Pacific Depot was an on the mainline of SP in Bryn Mawr near the present California Street. The depot was built in 1892 and provided access to Redlands. Southern Pacific bought the narrow gauge San Bernardino and Redlands Railroad and added a new rail so trains to enter Redlands. At first they used the depot of the "Dinky" on Orange Street before building a new depot. The line did not extend to San Bernardino since the curves were to tight for the locomotives. Those hopping off the train here found themselves still miles from Redlands. They had to wait for a motor train to Redlands or the next passenger service on Southern Pacific.

The Citrograph was established in 1887 as the first newspaper in Redlands. Mr. Scipio Craig, serving as owner, editor an...
07/16/2026

The Citrograph was established in 1887 as the first newspaper in Redlands. Mr. Scipio Craig, serving as owner, editor and operator, received many accolades for his work. After the passing of Mr. Craig, Mr. Robert Hornbeck took over the business as a “job shop”. In 1913, when Mr. E.L. Truesdail purchased the shop, Citrograph Printing Co. continued serving the many social and commercial printing needs of Redlands and surrounding communities.

Dick Caudle began working at Citrograph Printing Co. in 1932. When Mr. Truesdail decided to sell the business in 1946, Dick became Citrograph’s fourth owner. In 1992 Dick passed ownership of the business to his son Richard.

In 2002 Al Hernandez and Ryan Bailey became Citrograph Printing Co.’s sixth owners. They have not only continued to offer high quality printing to many businesses and organizations throughout the Redlands area, but have also increased the business product line to include promotional advertising products and web design.

Ryan and Al understand the responsibility of running the oldest business in Redlands and take it very seriously. They have on display the history of Citrograph Printing Co. through original equipment, newspapers, books, and other printed material that the business has produced since its beginning in 1887. Their newest additions include promotional items recently produced.

When shopping in Historic Downtown Redlands, make sure and stop by to see a bit of Redlands History. Follow them a Citrograph Printing Co. Happy 139 year birthday!!!

Dedication crowd at San Timoteo Depot in 1924.
06/29/2026

Dedication crowd at San Timoteo Depot in 1924.

Southern Pacific Depot in San Timoteo Canyon.
06/29/2026

Southern Pacific Depot in San Timoteo Canyon.

Southern Pacific Redlands Depot in San Timoteo Canyon was built in 1924. In 1883, Southern Pacific built a platform alo...
06/29/2026

Southern Pacific Redlands Depot in San Timoteo Canyon was built in 1924. In 1883, Southern Pacific built a platform along the tracks just east of the railroad crossing on West Fern. Judson and Brown had Native Americans build "Winery Grade" a steep climb down to the depot. SP would not build a normal depot until the land along the tracks was apart of Redlands. Terracina voted to join Redlands and the depot was built. Few passengers used the depot since the downtown already had a Southern Pacific Depot. The railroad passenger days were over since automobiles became the usual transportation mode. The depot was torn down after a short history.

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Redlands, CA
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