Ignacio Gσmez, Meet Me at The Cheech, 2024
Bronze Sculpture
Dedicated November 19, 2024
Ofelia Valdez-Yeager, president of the Riverside Art Museum Board of Trustees (2022-2023) and chairperson of the Reach for The Cheech campaign . . . — — Map (db m304506) HM
A fine example of the Arcade Style popular in Riverside from 1928-30, this Spanish Renaissance building was designed by architects Walker and Eisen of Los Angeles for the Security Title Insurance and Guaranty Co. The structure was restored in . . . — — Map (db m304455) HM
Bell from Locomotive 66 Eldora Railroad built from Eldora, IA. to Ackley, IA. In 1866 now part of the Minneapolis & St. Louis R.R. — — Map (db m233203) HM
Designed by James C. Stanley, this house is unusual in its combination of craftsman and Swiss Chalet architectural styles. Original owner, Benjamin Rockhold, owned multiple citrus groves and served on the boards of directors of Citizens Bank, . . . — — Map (db m305588) HM
Booker Taliaferro Washington (1856-1915) was born into slavery and later became an educator, author, and orator. A passionate promoter of education, he led and expanded the Tuskegee Institute and is considered one of the most prominent African . . . — — Map (db m267319) HM
Booker Taliaferro Washington visited the Mission Inn as a guest of Frank Miller in 1914. In 2004, the Black Voice News & Foundation, Inc. spearheaded a community drive and commissioned M. Bernard Edmonds to sculpt a bust of him to celebrate the . . . — — Map (db m226098) HM
Construction of this bridge was a major element
in the beautification program associated with the
widening of the bridge over the Santa Ana River
and of its Seventh Street approach. Its dramatic
design and excellent workmanship in . . . — — Map (db m301871) HM
This home was designed & built in 1908 by Riverside Architect G. Stanley Wilson for Charles Orrick Evans and his family. It is built of redwood, brick and concrete in California Bungalow style with Tudor influences. Evans, one of the city's foremost . . . — — Map (db m305592) HM
Designer of the Aurea Vista Hotel and of major portions of the Mission Inn, architect G. Stanley Wilson planned this Spanish Colonial revival hotel for himself. A resident of Riverside since 1895, Mr. Wilson was designing and supervising new . . . — — Map (db m304349) HM
Like Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King, Jr., Cesar Chavez's legacy is one of non-violence. He mobilized hundreds of Americans to boycott, strike, and make change through political action. He used the fast as a tool to demonstrate personal . . . — — Map (db m304168) HM
This pavilion is a memorial dedicated to the spirit and courage of the Chinese pioneers who came to Riverside.
The culture and heritage contributed by them exemplifies the diversity that is an integral part of the magnificence of this land. — — Map (db m304507) HM
This residence is an excellent example of a Craftsman Bungalow and is an important contributor to the Mount Rubidoux Historic District. It has been home to several prominent Rriverside residents. The most notable are Raymond Cree and Eugene . . . — — Map (db m305033) HM
Original designed as a single-story Spanish Colonial Revival residence by Henry L.A. Jekel, the Bell House was constructed in 1924 for David and Miriam Bell. David S. Bell served as manager for L.V.W. Brown's citrus packing operations in the region. . . . — — Map (db m305114) HM
This Queen Anne style home was designed by architect John C. Pelton, Jr., for Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Devine. Devine was a pioneer in the local fruit packing industry and shipped raisins, oranges, dried fruits, and honey under the "Sunbeam" label. . . . — — Map (db m303126) HM
Dosan Ahn Chang-Ho
1878-1938
Pioneer · Educator · Orange Picker · Patriot
Freedom was his life, and he gave his life to freedom. Dosan Ahn Chang Ho believed that an individual could make a difference in the course of human . . . — — Map (db m304173) HM
The Great Soul
In a century ravaged by war and marked by the relentless degradation of the weak, came a warrior from India unlike any the world had seen in a long time. Clad in homespun cotton (khadi) like India's poorest, and armed . . . — — Map (db m304198) HM
This building is most noteworthy for its alteration to the local arcade style in 1929 by its new owner, E. M. Bonnett. The alteration was initiated by a street widening which forced the lower story along Orange Street to be set back. Arched were . . . — — Map (db m230013) HM
Eliza Tibbets embodied the spirit of her beliefs as an abolitionist, a suffragist and a pioneer of the California Citrus industry. Her pioneering life gave fruition to the most important plant introduction in the history of the United States. In . . . — — Map (db m304319) HM
This Vernacular Victorian style house was built for Elmer A. Day, a horticulturist, at 325 Eighth Street in the center of citrus groves. As Riverside transitioned from an agricultural colony to a commercial center, the house was moved to its current . . . — — Map (db m304350) HM
Public open air concerts became a regular feature in Riverside before the turn of the century in 1908, the wooden bandstand was moved to Fairmount Park from White Park to accommodate growing audiences. In 1920 this permanent bandshell was built from . . . — — Map (db m305117) HM
Pioneer Southern California church organized by Emma S. Davis. Designed in Mission Style with classical facade by Arthur B. Benton.
F.L. Spaulding, Contractor.
City of Riverside Cultural Heritage Landmark No. 7 — — Map (db m303992) HM
This building has been remodeled several times, beginning in 1915. The most important remodeling was undertaken in 1924 with G. Stanley Wilson as architect. The upper floor of the facade still features a portion of Wilson's contributions, based upon . . . — — Map (db m304160) HM
Designed by the firm of Batch and Stanberry, this Mission Revival Theater opened as a combination cinema/Vaudeville house. With the death of Vaudeville, the space formerly occupied by the large stage was converted to a smaller cinema, fronting . . . — — Map (db m226106) HM
The beginning of civilization in California
Fr. Junipero Serra Apostle · Legislator · Builder To commemorate his good works this tablet is here placed Unveiled by Wiliam Howard Taft Twenty seventh President of the United States October 12 A.D. . . . — — Map (db m257236) HM
In memory of Gail Egenes 1961 - 2017 15 Years of Leadership Gail led the Conservancy's efforts to conserve Mt. Rubidoux peak, this open space landmark, in collaboration with the Friends of Mt. Rubidoux and the Mission Inn Foundation. Gail's many . . . — — Map (db m257237)
Designed by architect G. Stanley Wilson in the mission revival style, this structure opened for instruction in 1955 and rests on a site occupied by city schools since 1869. The fountain was installed in 1896 for the original school building. — — Map (db m303122) HM
Architect Henry L.A. Jekel designed this distinctive house for Bertha and Gustav Adolph Hammer. After several winter vacations at the Mission Inn, the Hammers of New York had chosen to retire here. The foot-thick walls are covered on the outside . . . — — Map (db m303133) HM
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 . . . — — Map (db m304993) HM
One of those who made possible this trail of shrines to Father Serra's cross.
Henry E. Huntington
Man of affairs
Large in his bounty yet wise, he feared God, fostered art, and furthered the knowledge of man. — — Map (db m257233) HM
Nationally recognized newspaper editor and publisher
Defender of the First Amendment
Driving force and generous benefactor
Leading contributor to the quality of life in the Riverside region:
The Mission Inn
Riverside Art Museum . . . — — Map (db m304267) HM
Architects Seehorn and Preston designed this French Normandy Revival style house for Lew and Stella Blanchard Irvine. The sixteen-room mansion was designed especially to hold the functions of the Women's Christian Temperance Union, of which Stella . . . — — Map (db m304352) HM
This building is an important component in a larger Mediterranean style commercial complex. G. Stanley Wilson was the architect, assisted by his chief designer, Peter Weber. Plans were prepared specifically to accommodate Jr. Willis' the Bell . . . — — Map (db m303131) HM
This building was an important place for Japanese immigrants in Riverside, with offices and mostly Japanese lodgings above various specialty shops. The Japanese-owned Washington restaurant (1905-1942) operated here until 1925, offering American fare . . . — — Map (db m304429) HM
Constructed by G.D. Haigh for the Jaeger family, this fine house was part of the heightened building activity just west of the original Mile Square. The family moved from Des Moines, Iowa, in 1906 and quickly became established in Riverside. This . . . — — Map (db m305113) HM
Built for John T. Jarvis, this victorian house was occupied by members of his family until 1974. In 1914, the tall tower and third story dormer windows were removed and a new front porch and central gable were added to reflect the term popular . . . — — Map (db m303124) HM
Justice John G. Gabbert served as a deputy district attorney, a police court judge and a partner at Best, Best and Gabbert, now Best, Best and Krieger. In 1949 he was appointed to the Riverside Superior Court where he served until his elevation . . . — — Map (db m304031) HM
Designed in the Eastlake Victorian style, this house was built for John and Martha Hewitt. The Hewitts had moved to Riverside from Illinois after reading of its healthful climate. Mr. Hewitt was a pioneer in Riverside's early Citrus Horticulture, . . . — — Map (db m304627) HM
Moses Harry Lerner was the owner and manager of the Riverside Grain and Milling Company as well as a citrus grower and an office and commercial developer. This building, which bears his name, clearly evokes its period of construction. Joseph R. . . . — — Map (db m304089) HM
Robert H. Spurgeon designed this Spanish colonial revival residence for his mother in 1927. Mr. Spurgeon practiced in New York, Los Angeles, Riverside, and Santa Barbara; with most of his career centered in Riverside. The residence is an excellent . . . — — Map (db m305591) HM
Built in the Richardsonian Romanesque style from a design by architect A.C. Willard, this building was remodeled in 1918 to resemble more closely the Mission Revival architecture of neighboring buildings. Originally the home of City Hall, the . . . — — Map (db m226121) HM
Melvin H. Simons moved his mortuary business into this new building specifically designed to meet every need of his profession. The mortuary's design represents some of Riverside architect G. Stanley Wilson's finest work. Mr. Wilson was a leader in . . . — — Map (db m304054) HM
This Victorian house was at one time one of four in Riverside built from the same stock plan. Its original owner was David G. Mitchell, an organizer in the creation of Riverside County. A four-year union army veteran, Mr. Mitchell fought at . . . — — Map (db m304624) HM
During The Mission Inn's early days, Frank Miller, Master of the Inn, had two macaws that lived at the hotel for many years, Napoleon arrived to The Mission Inn in 1907 and welcomed guests for 49 years. His name comes from the fact that his blue . . . — — Map (db m233204) HM
A late survival of a Classical Revival temple facade to which Gothic elements were added. Dedicated on Easter Sunday, April 17, 1904, during the ministry of Rev. Berry Edmiston, who served the congregation from 1885 to 1911. — — Map (db m304351) HM
This Spanish Colonial Revival House was built in 1927 for Alfred A. and Erminie Piddington by builder John V. Philbrick. Henry L. A. Jekel was the architect. The house is located on the south side of the City's original quarry, North Hill, and was a . . . — — Map (db m305115) HM
A rare and distinctive blend of Brutalism and New Formalism, this post-and-beam civic building features double curtain walls of inner glazing and outer Norman brick clad concrete. Stacked rows of low-arched openings puncture the outer curtain wall, . . . — — Map (db m304150) HM
The Roman Imperial front and vaulted main hall of the courthouse have been widely pictured since completion in 1904. Designed by Chicago trained architect, Franklin Pierce Burnham, it is a close copy of the Petit Palais or Fine Arts Building of . . . — — Map (db m304078) HM
From its founding in 1870 until 1893, the community of Riverside was a part of San Bernardino County. Riverside citizens, in 1887 and in 1891 indicated their interest in moving the county seat by helping to defeat bond issues for the construction of . . . — — Map (db m226070) HM
The United States Bicentennial celebrated the 200th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence which occurred on July 4, 1976. After years of debate, it was decided that celebrations would be local rather than central and that . . . — — Map (db m304057) HM
Memorized in granite tablets are names of Riverside County residents who died while on active duty in military service to the United States of America. The Military Wall of Honor pays tribute to those lost between World War I and the present day. . . . — — Map (db m304248) WM
No individual has contributed more to Riverside County agriculture than Robert M. Howie. From 1954 until 1982, Mr Howie served as agricultural commissioner of Riverside County.
During his tenure, crop values rose by 650%, citrus acreage doubled . . . — — Map (db m304115) HM
This late Victorian home was built by G. Olivo Newman within his new twenty acre, subdivision. Prospect Place, the subdivision, for which Newman was owner and developer, is recognized as one of Riverside's first residential neighborhoods. The . . . — — Map (db m303132) HM
Never Forgotten Forever Honored A Symbol For All Veterans
Staff Sergeant Ysmael R. Villegas
March 21, 1924 - March 20, 1945
Medal of Honor
G.O. No. 89: October 19, 1945
Squad Leader, Company F. 127th Infantry, 32nd . . . — — Map (db m226089) HM WM
The Mission Inn portrays the style and grace of a golden era,
built by Frank Miller beginning in 1892, the Mission Inn's
magnificent ambiance took a span of 66 years to be completed.
Miller had the foresight to recognize that Riverside . . . — — Map (db m233212) HM
Spanish explorer Don Juan Bautista de Anza is the first European known to visit the area now known as Riverside. He passed through this region in 1774 and again in 1775-76 while seeking an overland roote from Sonora Mexico to the San Francisco . . . — — Map (db m304231) HM
An Imperial Temple Bell from The
Manchu Temple in Nanjing, China.
This 3500 pound bell was cast of iron alloy
during the reign of Emperor Quang Hsu,
(1875AD - 1908AD) around the time of
The Boxer Revolution.
From 1898 to 1908 the . . . — — Map (db m233202) HM
This Italianate commercial building was designed by the Los Angeles firm of Burnham & Bliesner, architects of the Riverside County courthouse. Its original owner, E.R. Skelley, was a principal, until 1895, in the statewide fruit-packing and shipping . . . — — Map (db m304453) HM
Frank A. Tetley purchased the undeveloped land on this site prior to the 1914 filling of the Tequesquite Arroyo to connect Market Street with Magnolia Avenue. Mr. Tetley held the property for several years before engaging architect G. Stanley . . . — — Map (db m303129) HM
This olive tree was planted at the Mission Inn in 1997 in honor of Dr. Donald Verleur and his wife Lois who opened the first Olive Crest Home for Abused Children in 1973. Olive Crest serves more than 10,000 at-risk children and their families in . . . — — Map (db m243330) HM
Named for Albert S. White, a city park commissioner who championed its development, White Park was Riverside's first park, established by private donations of land and labor and set in town center in the tradition of the Spanish Plaza, the park was . . . — — Map (db m304159) HM
The White Park building across from the first city area to be developed as a park also bears its name. It was constructed for S. Potter and served as the early home of the Citrus Belt Building and Loan Association and the Metropolitan Life Insurance . . . — — Map (db m304152) HM
This Victorian house was built for Riverside attorney William Collier. One of the founders of Lake Elsinore and Wildomar, Mr. Collier lived in the house from 1892 until 1916. R.H. Polkinghorn purchased the Collier House in 1916 and lived in it . . . — — Map (db m304625) HM
This classical revival house was designed by Los Angeles architect O.P. Dennis for real estate broker William S. Collins. Shortly after its completion Mr. Collins moved to Newport Beach where he led the development of Newport and Balboa. Fine . . . — — Map (db m303915) HM
This park is dedicated to the memory of Dario G. Vasquez born Dec. 19, 1919
A Riversider raised in this neighborhood. Killed in action in North Africa During WWII. April 2, 1943 — — Map (db m267547) WM
In 1872 the Southern California Colony Association deeded the lot at 575 Vine Street to Riverside's first church, the Congregational Church, which conveyed it to the First Christian Church (Church of Christ) in 1887. The parsonage, built for Rev. . . . — — Map (db m303913) HM
This Colonial Revival residence was designed by master architect Garrett Beekman Van Pelt, Jr., a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, built for Thomas E. Gore a local citrus grower and bank official. Gore was active in the production and . . . — — Map (db m303754) HM
This Colonial Revival house was built for James M. Wood, renowned theater architect from Chicago. Mr. Wood had come to Riverside in 1889 to design the interior of the Loring Opera House A.C. Willard, who had designed the exterior of the opera house, . . . — — Map (db m303752) HM
This park marks the 1871-1880 homesite of John Wesleyand Anna L. North. An abolitionist and native of New York, North organized the original Riverside colony after the Civil War, seeing southern California as a land of great opportunity. North . . . — — Map (db m303848) HM
Whats Behind This Wall?
In 1895, Riverside built one of the first municipally owned electric utilities in California, including a 20-mile transmission line to carry power from a hydroelectric plant in the mountains down to the city. That . . . — — Map (db m305492) HM
Constructed by the San Pedro, Los Angeles, and Salt Lake Railroad this depot opened on March 12, 1904 when the first train arrived. In 1921 the name of the railroad and depot was changed to Union Pacific. The "Salt Lake Line" as it was commonly . . . — — Map (db m226053) HM
Designed by C.S. Gilman and M.R. Mohr of Los Angeles in the Pueblo Revival Style, this depot replaced an earlier wood frame Victorian station on the same site. The style became an architectural favorite of the Sante Fe throughout the southwest. The . . . — — Map (db m303755) HM
The Sutherland Fruit Co. has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. — — Map (db m226061) HM
Built on the site of an orange grove formerly owned by the widow of author Robert Louis Stevenson, this Spanish Renaissance building served as a junior high school until 1972. In 1974, the city purchased the property for park and social services . . . — — Map (db m226742) HM
This Victorian residence featuring elements of the Queen Anne and Eastlake styles was built by George Faward for his own family. Ward, an undertaker served as chief of Riverside's volunteer fire department from 1890 through 1896. In later years he . . . — — Map (db m303910) HM
Brothers William and Edward Gulick built this house on the site of their forty acre citrus ranch and nursery. With additional offices in San Diego and Ontario, the Gulick brothers nurserys local ranch was operated by William, who with his wife, . . . — — Map (db m302551) HM
This mid-century modern residence was designed in 1967 by architect Lois Davidson Gottlieb, an apprentice of Frank Lloyd Wright, in collaboration with homeowners Edward and Barbara Mackey. Completed in 1971, the home integrates harmoniously with . . . — — Map (db m303431) HM
Raeburn Place was built for William Irving, his wife Eliza and their six children. The family followed Eliza's brother Matthew Gage to Riverside. In 1881 William served as the engineer for Gage's irrigation canal which brought water to the . . . — — Map (db m302543) HM
This Victorian farmhouse was built for Mr. and Mrs. Henry Streeter on forty acres of alfalfa and citrus property. Mr. Streeter was an early community leader, serving on the State Assembly from 1879 until 1881; on the State Senate from 1890 until . . . — — Map (db m303120) HM
Built by John Swanson around 1906, this home is one of the most unique examples of 19th-20th Century transitional architecture in the City of Riverside. The residence incorporates a distinctive blend of Victorian, Classical Revival and Arts & Crafts . . . — — Map (db m303635) HM
Riverside's oldest existing church. Designed and built in a victorian style by A.W. Boggs, pioneer Riverside architect. Founding pastor, A.G. Lane. — — Map (db m302531) HM
Planted February 24, 1914 by members of that famous ball team.
Tablet presented to City of Riverside by Charles A. Comiskey, owner of the Chicago White Sox. — — Map (db m302533) HM
Poet man of rare piety
Lover of nature and a true friend to all men
Easter morning 1913 and 1927 on this mountain at sunrise he here read his beautiful poem "God of the open air"
"And then on Easter morn, his victory won, breaking the . . . — — Map (db m257238) HM
During the equestrian games of the 10th Olympiad,
Lt. Col. Shunzo Kido turned aside from the prize to save his horse.
He heard the low voice of mercy, not the loud acclaim of glory.
情
は
武
士
. . . — — Map (db m147984) HM
Atop this hill the outdoor Easter sunrise service tradition began in 1909. The founder of Riverside viewed arid land soon to become green. It is named for Lous Rubidoux, who raised cattle and colonized around it under Mexican and U.S. Flags. Upon . . . — — Map (db m257235) HM
This Swiss Chalet grove home (1889-90) was constructed on a unique cross axial plan for English-born gentleman farmer, Archibald C.E. Hawthorne designed by noted local architect, AC Willard, with wrap-around porch, overhanging eaves, elaborate . . . — — Map (db m303428) HM
Constructed in 1953, the farm house motel features the California Ranch style of architecture and is an example of this Motor Court Building Type. Character defining features include gambrel roofs, board-and-batten siding, diamond-paned or . . . — — Map (db m303247) HM
With gratitude to Isidore and Marie Claire Camou and family who operated the Farm House Motel for 32 years and saved the original horse and buggy to live on as a beloved piece of Riverside's heritage. — — Map (db m294316) HM
This campus is named in honor of Mary D. Nichols for her dedication and service to CARB, Californians, and the world.
Mary D. Nichols devoted her life to protecting public health, reducing air pollution, and fighting against climate change. . . . — — Map (db m304026) HM
Philip Brett (1937-2002) was a musician, musicologist, and distinguished professor in the Music department at UC Riverside from 1991 to 2001. A renowned authority on William Byrd and the English Renaissance, he was also instrumental in creating . . . — — Map (db m299258) HM
Peter J. Weber was chief designer for the local architectural firm of G. Stanley Wilson. His work survives in the international rotunda and other portions of the Mission Inn, and in many significant Riverside and regional buildings. Weber's home . . . — — Map (db m304662) HM
In 1993, the volunteer organization Victoria Avenue Forever undertook to improve a semi-abandoned plot on land on the corner of Victoria Avenue and Jane Street. The hardscape, irrigation system and plants were funded by donations, and VAF volunteers . . . — — Map (db m273846) HM
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