California Historical Landmark 178 – Lindsay Point Plaque March 24, 2025
Location
Current Condition of the Plaque
Historical inaccuracies
Offensive Language
Location of Lindsay Point
Referenced location in the original application:“At the extreme western end of the point is a small enclosed plot of lawn, with a flagstaff, and a sign which says: "U. S. Engineers." This would provide a suitable place for the marker.”
Current Condition
General condition
Graffiti - vandalism
Mortar – growth of moss
Historical Inaccuracies
Smallpox outbreak
Witness testimony – America Kelsey Wyman
Change to historical narrative
America Kelsey Wyman
Offensive Language
Use of tule reeds to construct “dwellings”
Misrepresentation of indigenous peoples
Tule reed house reconstruction at Mission La Purisima in Lompoc (Flickr. Credit - User "Tofu." Tule Reed House. Dec 26, 2011. Missions Photo Album, https://www.flickr.com/photos/tofuart/6604022347)
Questions and Direction