Downtown Riverside in Riverside County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Harry W. Hammond Residence

1908

Photographed by Volt Craft, July 6, 2026

1. Harry W. Hammond Residence Marker

Inscription. Constructed in 1908 this residence is significant both in its exemplary representation of the craftsman style of architecture and its association with Harry W. Hammond, who resided here for seventeen of his forty-nine year history as a principal owner of the Riverside Daily Press (today's Press-Enterprise) newspaper.

Erected by Cultural Heritage Board, City of Riverside. (Marker Number 112.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Communications. In addition, it is included in the Riverside Cultural Heritage Board Landmarks series list.

Location. 33° 59.231′ N, 117° 22.997′ W. Marker is in Riverside, California, in Riverside County. It is in Downtown Riverside. It is on Mission Inn Avenue east of Redwood Drive, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4480 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside CA 92501, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Greater Los Angeles,

in the Inland Empire,

and in the Peninsular Ranges.

It is also

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in the American Southwest.

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: Jaeger Family House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Buena Vista Bridge (about 700 feet away); Mount Rubidoux (approx. 0.2 miles away); New Jerusalem Church (approx. ¼ mile away); Henry E. Huntington (approx. ¼ mile away); Cree-Criddle House (approx. ¼ mile away); Devine House (approx. 0.4 miles away); Jarvis House (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Riverside.

Also see . . .
1. Landmarks of the City of Riverside #112. Brough-Hammond House (4480 Mission Inn Avenue) This Craftsman style home was built in 1909 for R.D. Brough, a local orchardist, at a cost of $4000. It was purchased by Harry W. & Myrte Hammond in 1912. Mr. Hammond was principal owner of the Riverside Daily Press and its successor, The Riverside

Photographed by Volt Craft, July 6, 2026

2. Harry W. Hammond Residence Marker

Press-Enterprise, for 49 years. For 35 of those years he was the newspaper's business manager, garnering respect for his sound business judgment and uncompromising positions on newspaper policy. (Submitted on July 6, 2026, by Volt Craft of Riverside, California.)

2. Designating the structure at 4480 Mission Inn Ave, as a City Historic Landmark.
FINDINGS:
Criterion B:It is identified with persons or events significant in local,state,or natural history.

FACTS:
The R.D. Brough/Harry W. Hammond Residence is significant for its association with Harry Hammond who owned and lived in the home for seventeen years of his forty-nine year history as a principal owner of the Riverside Daily Press newspaper, which played a major role in the growth and development of Riverside.

FINDINGS:
Criterion C. It embodies distinctive characteristics of a style, type, period or method of construction,or is a valuable example of the use of indigenous materials or craftsmanship.

FACTS:
The R.D. Brought/Harry W.Hammond Residence is an excellent,intact example of Craftsman style architecture, and reflects the transitional period in residential

Photographed by Volt Craft, July 6, 2026

3. Harry W. Hammond Residence Marker

architecture from the Victorian to Craftsman eras, characteristic of early 20th century downtown Riverside. (Submitted on July 6, 2026.)

3. oldriversidefoundation: Brough- Hammond House, City Landmark #112. featured in the Riverside Landmark Legacy Book. Constructed in 1908, this residence is significant both in its exemplary representation of the Craftsman style of architecture and its association with Harry W. Hammond who was a principal owner of the Riverside Daily Press. The Landmark Plaque is tucked inside the beautiful wrought iron fence and the home’s original hitching post is curbside. The front porch beckons for simple pleasures while copper gutters and rain chains remind you of its rich history. Details of this magnificent giant have been restored throughout allowing the beauty of the wood and built-ins to show off the true details they originally adorn. Special touches throughout remind you of its architecture, including a clinker brick fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases, pocket doors that lead to the music room/parlor, and a stained-glass window that gently guides you up the staircase to the 4 large bedrooms.

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The large main bedroom has dual closets and its own ensuite bathroom that includes access to a balcony through French doors. Updates don't stop with the restoration projects, a newer roof and HVAC system come along with updated plumbing and electrical. All this and tucked in the backyard with alley access is a permitted ADU with a separate gas meter and address. So much more to see with all that downtown has to offer. (Submitted on July 6, 2026, by Volt Craft of Riverside, California.)

Credits. This page was last revised on July 7, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 6, 2026, by Volt Craft of Riverside, California. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 6, 2026, by Volt Craft of Riverside, California. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.