Playhouse Village in Pasadena in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Behlow House

Glasser Hall

— 1904 —

Behlow House Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Craig Baker, June 13, 2026

1. Behlow House Marker

Inscription.
Glasser Hall
Historic name: Behlow House
Built: 1904
Architect: Charles E. Driscoll
Builders: E. W. Dobbins/Wopschall Brothers

Glasser Hall is dedicated to the memory of John Emil Glasser (1886-1975.) Best known for his skills as a lawyer and realtor, his passion, however, was dairy farming. Shortly before his death, he deeded one of his two dairy farms to Fuller Theological Seminary, where his son, Arthur Glasser, served as dean of the School of World Mission from 1971 to 1980. Glasser's eldest daughter, Carolyn Glasser Tripp, also endowed Fuller with a generous gift. The Glasser money was used to develop Fuller's facilities and further the vision of Charles E. Fuller, who worked tirelessly to establish a first-rate graduate program in evangelism and world mission.

Traces of the early craftsman style can be found in the Behlow House's wood shingles, exposed beveled beams, and slightly curved gable roof. The house, however, is much changed in appearance. Enhancements in the Colonial style began in 1925, and more alterations occurred in 1937 when Marybelle Howarter converted the residence

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to a dressmaking and millinery shop.

Erected by Fuller Theological Seminary.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.

Location. 34° 8.871′ N, 118° 8.381′ W. Marker is in Pasadena, California, in Los Angeles County. It is in Playhouse Village. It can be reached from North Oakland Avenue south of Ford Place, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 110 N Oakland Ave, Pasadena CA 91101, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles

and in the Transverse Ranges.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: John Grosse House (a few steps from this marker); W.A. McHenry House

Photographed by Craig Baker, June 13, 2026

2. Behlow House Marker

(within shouting distance of this marker); Payton Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Dunn House (within shouting distance of this marker); Judson Carpenter House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Blinn House (about 300 feet away); Pacific Asia Museum (about 600 feet away); Pasadena City Hall (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pasadena.

Behlow House image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Craig Baker, June 13, 2026

3. Behlow House

Credits. This page was last revised on July 4, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 3, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 3, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.