The Truth About Blackie, the Horse Behind Blackie’s Pasture
Debunking the swimming horse myth and honoring the true legacy of the swayback cavalry horse turned community icon.
Remember this Photo? A Look Back at the Early Days of Marin Magazine
As Marin Magazine’s 20 year anniversary approaches, here is a look back to where it all started and a trip down memory lane.
Marin's Turn-of-the-Century Arks
They lasted a short while and left a lasting impression.
When Marin Was Home to the Mt. Tamalpais & Muir Woods Scenic Railroad: The Story of "The Crookedest Railway in the World"
For 33 years, Marin was home a beloved tourist attraction: ‘The Crookedest Railroad in the World’.
Looking Back: The Luxurious Hotel Rafael
Explore the rise and fall of Hotel Rafael, a grand 1890s San Rafael landmark, known for luxury, scandal, and its tragic 1928 fire.
The Sequoia Theater's Beginnings: Downtown Mill Valley 95 Years Ago
In 1929, Mill Valley saw the Sequoia Theater open and a devastating fire destroy 117 homes.
The History of Marin Joe's: When "Popping in" Was Easy
Access is about the only thing that’s changed in 70 years when talking about the iconic restaurant.
A Larkspur Landmark: The Hotel Merwin Building
This landmark building has had more reconstructive surgeries than all The Housewives of Beverly Hills combined.
Celebrating the Life of Sausalito Houseboat Resident Phil Frank, the Cartoonist Behind "Farley"
It was a somber occasion, but you’d never know by this photo taken only days after the beloved Phil Frank had passed away.
In Marin, It’s June of 1930 — Where Are You?
Can you pinpoint the location of this photograph?
