https://sbthpcollections.libraryhost.com/files/original/1775bd73aae84829964d10825a8ab237.jpg ba8db749200030078283097491c94f89 https://sbthpcollections.libraryhost.com/files/original/13dadd13e75d3dcd4a76bca9abd53e81.mp3 47c6872288ea4b3e9d8b9e26b1d92fe7 https://sbthpcollections.libraryhost.com/files/original/d634cf2fc1248888ef52efa82e7368d0.mp3 f71037cc6449d960e8edb73acc180ef9 https://sbthpcollections.libraryhost.com/files/original/f052545397ed7cbe4c0cfc981411056f.mp3 9cb18bb2a255c854bacb0d17dafb8f29 https://sbthpcollections.libraryhost.com/files/original/22e147bcae7e06acffb41d267ac391d3.mp3 383e52002ffc622dcf69611cca971ff7 https://sbthpcollections.libraryhost.com/files/original/722fcd4e1eb36562772bde79bcea066b.mp3 af10cec5c0d036abe304eae4a7b50755 https://sbthpcollections.libraryhost.com/files/original/50376664a0ef3b4b0a16aacc9a97609d.mp3 32ac19abd17dc215cf29c606154e4038 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Community Oral Histories Collection Description An account of the resource The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation has been collecting oral histories from the community for over 20 years. Here we present audio clips from a selection of these interviews. To hear the entire interview or review a transcription, please contact the Presidio Research Center. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Presidio Research Center Subject The topic of the resource Local history, community history Oral History A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge. Interviewer The person(s) performing the interview. Mary Louise Days Interviewee The person(s) being interviewed. Gary Chafe Location The location of the interview. Presidio Research Center Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gary Chafe Oral History Description An account of the resource Born on September 1st, 1937 in Los Angeles, California, Gary Ray Chafe was the eldest son of Raymond Chafe and Edmee Silva. In the summer of 1947, Chafe’s father relocated the entire family to Santa Barbara following a job assignment with the Socal Edison Electric Company. Chafe’s passion for art began following the aftermath of World War II when he observed an exhibit of artwork liberated from the Nazis. He graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1955 and went on to attend Santa Barbara City College. After graduation, Chafe did a variety of jobs such as being a courier for the United Postal Office in the late 1960’s and teaching at the Adult Education Program when it was located on the Santa Barbara School of the Arts campus. His passion for art would ultimately lead him back to being a self-employed painter. Chafe has had a long relationship with the Presidio Neighborhood, including running an art studio on the 200 block of East Canon Perdido Street, and living in the apartments at the top of the Whittaker building. Above photo: Gary Chafe with Mary Louise Days on the day of his interview. Clip 1: What Got You Into Art? Following World War II, an exhibit of art liberated from the Nazis inspired Gary Chafe to pursue a career in art. Clip 2: Gary discusses the creation of “New” Chinatown in the Presidio neighborhood after the 1925 earthquake. Clip 3: Gary and friends work to make Santa Barbara bike-friendly. Clip 4: During the 1960’s, Gary Chafe was employed as a postal courier for the post office. Couriers during this period were able to use the bus system to complete their routes, enabling them to enjoy the beautiful side of the city during their work day. Clip 5: Set Designer: Chafe designed sets for the Alhecama Theatre alongside Mr. Freeman, the leader of the Alhecama players. Clip 6: First Residence: Chafe’s first residence and gallery was located above the Town Market in the Presidio Area across from Jimmy’s Oriental Garden. He later moved his residence to the Whittaker Building, and his gallery just across the street at 132 East Canon Perdido. *To hear the entire oral history interview or additional clips, please make an appointment with the Presidio Research Center at (805) 966-5073. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource July 29, 2013 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource SBTHP