First Around the World: The History of the Santa Monica Municipal Airport
Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM PDT · Santa Monica Public Library - Fairview Branch · Santa Monica, CA
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Join historian and founding member of the Santa Monica Conservancy Nina Fresco for a discussion of her new book. First Around the World: The History of the Santa Monica Municipal Airport traces the rich history of the Santa Monica Airport, which once served as home base for the largest airplane company in the world, the first round-the-world flight, and the first women’s air derby. Learn how the enduring impact of aviation continues to shape Santa Monica today. A book sale and signing follow. Find more details about First Around the World at www.smhistorycompany.com
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