Welcome to Monterey County!
Please accept our warmest welcome to Monterey County and the Seldom Heard History of the Civil War Era Conference to the incredible Monterey History & Art Association's Stanton Center!
Visitors from all over the world have come to appreciate our natural beauty, historical sites and mild climate. We hope you become a fan of Monterey County personally and return many times over or perhaps extend your stay to make the most of being in this amazing destination.
Our breathtaking destination will allow you to relax, rejuvenate and refocus. We invite you to explore this distinctive and diverse region. Experience the world-renowned attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, galleries and shops of charming Carmel-by-the-Sea, our multitude of wine tasting rooms, Old Fisherman's Wharf and Historic Downtown Monterey, plus enjoy the many wonderful restaurants and scenic diversions found throughout the county.
Please call See Monterey for any needs during your stay.
Rob O'Keefe
President & CEO
Food & Wine in Monterey County.
An abundance of locally procured ingredients and a year-round growing season set the stage for truly unforgettable dining experience in Monterey County. And wherever you find amazing food, you're bound to find great wine here. The viticulture in the area is world-renowned and makes every meal an opportunity to challenge even the most refined olfactory skills and palates. Bon appetit!
Stay and Play in Monterey.
There is plenty to see and do in Monterey County outside of meeting room walls. Whether it's sipping your way through Carmel Valley's boutique wine tasting rooms or hopping on an unforgettable whale watching excursion, Monterey County provides meeting attendees with a variety of extracurricular activities.
Within its 12 towns, there's so much to discover in Monterey County! Explore more than 60 restaurants in downtown Monterey, numerous vineyards and tasting rooms, ten major museums and a wide array of attractions from the renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium to 17-Mile Drive in Pebble Beach.
Monterey County History & Heritage
Throughout the county, Monterey has a rich and complex history, from the time of its original inhabitants, the Ohlone (formerly Costanoan), Esselen and Salinan groups, to the time of the first California Constitutional Convention at Colton Hall in 1849. The story of Monterey's history is evident in adobes, gardens, mission bells and lighthouses. The allure of this historic area continues to enthrall visitors. You can explore the history of Monterey County through guided or self-guided tours. Search below and discover more historical attractions in Monterey County.
For more information on local history, visit the Monterey County Historical Society and for more on historic attractions in Monterey visit www.MSHPA.org, the official website for the Monterey State Historic Park Association.
With so much to see and do, you may need a bit of help to make the most out of your stay in Monterey County. Our itineraries will help get you on your way to a memorable Monterey County experience. Visit our website here to learn more and find your way
Event Information:
Event Dates: May 2 - 4, 2025
Event Headquarters: Monterey History & Art Association Stanton Center
Address: 5 Custom House Plaza
City, Zip: Monterey, CA, 93950
Stanton Center Website.
Event Flyer & Website:
Seldom Heard History of the Civil War Era Main Event Website
To view & download the event flyer, please visit the following link here.
Monterey County Resources
To view and download digital PDF versions of our current destination guide and local maps, please click below.
Monterey County Destination Guide
Experience awe-inspiring Monterey moments from the comfort of your home. Enjoy our local webcams to start planning your trip!
Click on the links below for discounts in Monterey!
North Freemont Street Discounts
Flash Your Badge
Get exclusive discounts and promotions with local restaurants and merchants while you're in town for your meeting or conference!
Participating businesses can be identified by a Flash Your Badge decal in their window(as seen below), simply show your badge to redeem the offer unless otherwise noted (some restrictions may apply).
please click on the hyperlink to see all active Flash Your Badge offers.