Friends of Morro Elementary
Join us in advocating for the future of the Historic Morro Elementary site! SLCUSD has deemed the property a surplus property selling the property appraised at 10.2M. Our community came together and convinced our City Council of the value a Morro El acquisition can be for Morro Bay. Due to overwhelming support, Friends of Morro El was born. We are a dedicated nonprofit organization focused on prioritizing the vision of Morro Bay and its residents. Our mission is to preserve the Morro El property, and foster a sense of community and collaboration, while adding it to the National Register of Historic Places. Join in our efforts to create a bright future for our entire community! Together, we can collaborate on an exciting vision that benefits our community for years to come. Get involved and help us ensure this valuable space serves a purpose that enriches the lives of all residents!
UPDATES
MOVING FORWARD! - SLCUSD accepted the City of Morro Bay’s offer for the purchase of Morro Elementary and on March 10, 2026, City Council voted to buy the school site for $5.3 million. We are in escrow and our due diligence has ended. Explore the findings, Projects and Documents on the City’s website. On August 25th our City Council voted to go forward with the purchase. We can now begin to imagine what our new Community Civic Center will look like. Share your creative dreams with us, and join Friends of Morro Elementary in helping finance the Community's vision.
Community members, this is YOUR historic site! Preserving the historic character of the site is part of the very best vision. Email us and share your vision.
- Do you want the property’s historic integrity to be preserved?
- Are you in favor of preserving the Sports Fields?
- Do you want to keep a charter school on the premises?
- Are you in favor of high density, 2-4 stories of housing constructed on the open space?
- Are you in favor of City Hall moving into the 1936 building?
- Let your Council members know how you feel about this purchase.tell them what you want to see happen with your historic site. Email the Council - council@morrobayca.gov
CITY SPONSORED ME SITE TOURS
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Wednesday, September 23rd @ 5:30pm
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Wednesday, October 14th @ 5:30pm
Gather & Share at Buttercup on
Wednesdays @ 11:00am
NATIONAL REGISTRY NOMINATION Initiated and funded by:
Friends of Morro Elementary.
Prepared by: CHATTEL, INC. HistoricPreservation Consultants of L.A.
Scroll through the works of
Louis Crawford,
Architect of Morro El.
Le Maestro Nagano & Orchestra
Gratitude abounds for Community support.
For decades Morro Bay community members have utilized the sport fields and playground at the Morro Elementary site. Losing the Morro Elementary fields would result in children and adults losing fields to host their games and tournaments.
Current Projects
Community Involvement Initiatives
Take a glimpse into our ongoing projects that aim to engage the community in preserving Morro Bay's historic property. These initiatives are designed to foster a sense of ownership and belonging within every resident.
Provide a Testimony
We want to hear from you
Attention Morro Elementary Alumni! If you once attended worked at, or had children who attended our beloved school, we want to hear from you. We’re seeking your anecdotes, reflections, and meaningful stories about experiences here. Please share your historical details and memories that make Morro Elementary special to you!
Volunteer
Join Our Preservation Team
Become a part of our dedicated team of volunteers working to make a difference in our community! We're seeking enthusiastic individuals to assist with community outreach by distributing flyers and hosting fundraising events. Your involvement is essential in spreading the word about the property sale and the community's evolving vision. Together, we can make a meaningful impact—your support is invaluable!
Informational Events
Learning for All Ages
Join us for an informational event where you can actively contribute to, and engage with the evolving vision of Morro Elementary while supporting the city's needs. Learn about the current status of the sale, share your experiences, and make your voice heard. Your participation is vital as we work together to shape the community's vision. We look forward to seeing you there!
