 Turkey has been a beloved centerpiece of the American Thanksgiving table long before President Abraham Lincoln made the holiday official in 1863.
In the 1920s and 1930s, turkey production grew rapidly in western Placer County, as local producers began competing with a variety of breeds. By the 1970s and 1980s, poultry became the county’s leading agricultural industry, bolstered by large processing facilities near Lincoln.
A snapshot from 1952 captures William Cannon of Long Valley with some of the more than 10,000 broad breasted bronze turkeys that he and his partner, Louis Brenzo, brought to market that year.
As Thanksgiving approaches, Placer County extends its warm wishes to all, wherever you may be celebrating.
Photo: Placer County Museums collection, 1952
 Whether it’s representing your community or sharing your expertise on topics like agriculture or parks, there are always opportunities for you to help advise county leaders on the issues that matter to you most. Recruitment is open now to fill seats on the following committees or commissions, among others. Learn more and apply
Current recruitments include:
 Don’t miss the fun coming this next week in...
Roseville: Downtown Holiday Celebration: Tree Lighting
Lincoln: Small business Saturday
Auburn: Christmas Tree Lighting, PlacerGROWN Farmers’ Market
North Lake Tahoe: Tahoe:Tahoe City Farmer’s Market
...and many Placer County Library and Placer County Museum events.
Visit our regional partners to discover more of the fun happening right here in Placer County!
Placer County Visitors' Bureau
North Tahoe Community Alliance
Tahoe City Downtown Association
The Arts Council of Placer County
Placer Valley Tourism
PlacerGROWN
Placer Wine Trail
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