The Redman-Hirahara house, a historic agricultural center in Watsonville, is at risk of demolition as the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors deliberates on a proposal to remove it from the National Register of Historic Places. Built in 1897, the home has been abandoned since the 1980s, suffering neglect and decay. Historian Sandy Lydon lamented the possibility of losing the structure, emphasizing the challenges of restoration, given potential funding issues. The Redman family played a significant role in local agriculture, with the house symbolizing the area's rich farming heritage.
Historian Sandy Lydon expressed his sadness at the potential demolition of the Redman-Hirahara house, noting, "I would love to see it saved, but it's gonna be a heavy lift."
Once a vibrant agricultural center, the Redman-Hirahara house has been vacant since the '80s, and with its disrepair, the county is contemplating its demolition.
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