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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Los Angeles County, California

 
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101 California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — Sunset Canyon Country Club Gate
On Country Club Drive at Sunset Canyon Drive, on the left when traveling east on Country Club Drive.
The Sunset Canyon Country Club opened in 1921 as a private nine-hole golf course and country club. In 1927 fire destroyed many club buildings. This arch was built in 1927 as an entrance gate for a new clubhouse. The City of Burbank owned the . . . Map (db m154850) HM
102 California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — The Animation BuildingThe Walt Disney Studios
Near Buena Vista Street at Alameda Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The Animation Building, erected in 1939, served as the architectural and functional centerpiece of the studio. Designed in the “Art Moderne” style by architect Kent Weber, the building housed the animators and story staffs on the lot. . . . Map (db m168288) HM
103 California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — The BungalowThe Walt Disney Studios
Near Buena Vista Street at Alameda Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The Bungalow was built in 1935 as the original home of the Disney Publicity and Comic Strip Departments. It was constructed at the Disney Studios on Hyperion Avenue in Hollywood and moved to the Burbank location as part of the construction in . . . Map (db m174808) HM
104 California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — The Fantasia StageStage One — The Walt Disney Studios —
Near Buena Vista Street at Alameda Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Stage One was the only production sound stage built as part of the original Walt Disney Burbank Studios constructed during 1939-1940. The stage replaced a single smaller stage located at the Hyperion studios. Since the original focus . . . Map (db m174816) HM
105 California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — The Shorts BuildingThe Walt Disney Studios
Near Buena Vista Street at Alameda Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The Shorts Building was constructed from the two original Animation Buildings located at the Disney Studios on Hyperion Avenue in Hollywood. The two sections were moved to the Burbank site in 1939-1940 as part of the Studio construction . . . Map (db m174812) HM
106 California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — The Writers BuildingWarner Brothers Studios
Near Olive Avenue at Pass Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Constructed in 1935 by Harry, Jack and Albert Warner, this building has been home to such celebrated Warner Bros. writers and filmmakers as William Faulkner, Howard Koch, Delmer Daves, Lillian Hellman, John Huston, Philip and Julius . . . Map (db m177206) HM
107 California, Los Angeles County, Burbank, Warner Bros. Studios — Warner Brothers War Memorial
Near Warner Boulevard near Riverside Drive.
On June 27, 1942, the First Motion Picture Unit, U.S. Air Force, was officially constituted and activated by orders of the Adjutant General of the United States Army. The First Motion Picture Unit produced films for our soldiers . . . Map (db m217303) WM
108 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas — Century RanchMalibu Creek State Park — A Legacy of Hollywood Cinema —
Near Las Virgenes Road south of Mulholland Highway.
It wasn't only the hit TV series M*A*S*H that made this place famous. Hundreds of films, TV shows, and commercials have been filmed on location at Malibu Creek State Park. Such dramatic vistas, natural beauty, and versatile open space have beckoned . . . Map (db m145620) HM
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109 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas — M*A*S*HMalibu Creek State Park — Surround yourself in the set of a beloved television series —
Near Las Virgenes Road south of Mulholland Highway.
M*A*S*H, a brilliant blend of drama and comedy — incorporating the universal theme of making do under difficult circumstances — drew a faithful audience that grew every year and landed the show in the pantheon of classic television. Four . . . Map (db m167580) HM
110 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas — 4 — Old Topanga Canyon RoadCity of Calabasas Historic Landmark
Near Calabasas Peak Motorway near Old Topanga Canyon Road. Reported missing.
Old Topanga Canyon Road was initially a stagecoach trail forged through the mountains south of Calabasas and terminating at the beach just north of Pacific Palisades. The trail became an important link between the San Fernando Valley and Santa . . . Map (db m157237) HM
111 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas — Original El Camino Real Bell — and Hanging Tree —
On Calabasas Road near El Canon Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Original El Camino Bell erected 1913 by Board of Supervision, and Oak Tree used to dispense justice. City of Calabasas Erected 1913 by Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.Map (db m246167) HM
112 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas — 7 — Calabasas Schoolhouse BellCity of Calabasas Historic Landmark
On Las Virgenes Road, 0.2 miles south of Willow Glen Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Schoolhouse Bell once hung in the original Calabasas School, a one room Victorian style building with a bell tower, which was constructed in 1890 at 24454 Calabasas Road. Around 1925, a new Spanish Colonial Revival style structure was built . . . Map (db m156909) HM
113 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas — 1 — Masson HouseCity of Calabasas Historic Landmark
On Mulholland Highway at Old Topanga Canyon Road, on the right when traveling west on Mulholland Highway.
William C. Masson received a land patent in 1904 for 160 acres during the "Homesteading Days” of the early 1900s. The Masson House was strategically located on Old Topanga Canyon Road, the only route to Santa Monica, where the Port of Los . . . Map (db m156885) HM
114 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas, Calabasas Highlands — 2 — The Benson HouseCity of Calabasas Historic Landmark
On Clover Trail just east of Canyon Drive, on the left when traveling east. Reported missing.
Completed in 1984 for Robert Benson, this dwelling was designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry in the Deconstructivism style. This architectural style is characterized by its use of unrelated, disharmonious abstract forms, and experimental . . . Map (db m156936) HM
115 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas, Calabasas Park — 3 — The Rouse ResidenceCity of Calabasas Historic Landmark
On Park Belmonte, 0.5 miles west of Park Sienna, on the right when traveling west.
Jerold Lomax, FAIA, designed and built this single family residence for Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Rouse in 1973. The structure is constructed of 40-foot and 25-foot-long glue-laminated wood beams, supported by eight concrete pillars. For the time, this was . . . Map (db m156912) HM
116 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas, Greater Mulwood — 6 — Park Moderne FountainCity of Calabasas Historic Landmark
On Black Bird Way, 0.1 miles south of Blue Bird Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Designed by the architect Jock Peters, the Park Moderne Fountain is the only remaining fountain constructed as part of the artists colony known as Park Moderne — a residential subdivision created in 1927 with 174 lots. The Art Deco era . . . Map (db m156932) HM
117 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas, Greater Mulwood — 5 — The Bird PathCity of Calabasas Historic Landmark
On Black Bird Way, 0.1 miles south of Blue Bird Drive, on the right when traveling south.
The Bird Path is part of the original Park Moderne housing subdivision created in 1927. With long narrow streets named for various birds, the tract was envisioned as an artist colony featuring footpaths, pools, fountains, and a pump house. The Bird . . . Map (db m156927) HM
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118 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas, Woodland Hills — King Gillette RanchSanta Monica Mountains National Recreation Area Visitor Center
Near Mulholland Highway, 0.1 miles east of Las Virgenes Road, on the right when traveling east.
Now the hub of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, the King Gillette Ranch was once an estate belonging to King Camp Gillette, who invented the disposable razor blade. Gillette bought the property in 1926 and commissioned . . . Map (db m191215) HM
119 California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas, Woodland Hills — Mulholland Scenic CorridorSanta Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
On Mulholland Highway, 1.4 miles east of Las Virgenes Road, on the right when traveling east.
Mulholland road was built in the 1920s "to take Angelinos from the city to the ocean.” From parkway vista points you can see panoramas of the city, mountains and beaches, or hike trails into pockets of wilderness hidden in the . . . Map (db m167575) HM
120 California, Los Angeles County, Carson — Goodyear Historical Sign1919
Near South Main Street, 0.1 miles north of South Broadway, on the right when traveling north.
This sign greeted guests and employees of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company at the clock tower entrance of the tire plant in Los Angeles from 1919 until 1983, when the plant was closed. Saved from the wrecking ball by Airship Operations . . . Map (db m242966) HM
121 California, Los Angeles County, Carson — Jose Rizal1861-1896
On Carson Street, 0.2 miles west of Interstate 405, on the right when traveling west.
Philippine national hero. Born on 19 June 1861. Doctor, poet, writer, educator, linguist, inventor. Authored novels Noli Me Tangere (1887) and El Filibusterismo (1891) which bared colonial oppression of the Filipinos. He . . . Map (db m235033) HM
122 California, Los Angeles County, Carson — Robert A. Cinader
On East 223rd Street, 0.1 miles east of Wilmington Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Robert A. Cinader's involvement with the Los Angeles County Fire Department began in 1971 when he filmed a pilot television movie about the county's fledgling paramedic program. "Emergency" aired in 1972 and ran as a prime time show for five . . . Map (db m152460) HM
123 California, Los Angeles County, Castaic — National Forest Inn
On Ridge Route Road, 4.8 miles north of Templin Highway, on the right when traveling north. Reported unreadable.
The National Forest Inn consisted of neat, white clapboard buildings, one of which was built on stilts to compensate for the steepness of the landscape (note building on left). The U.S. Forest Service also had a Station here for the . . . Map (db m151496) HM
124 California, Los Angeles County, Castaic — Ridge Route DirectoryView Service Station
On Ridge Route Road, 2.7 miles north of Templin Highway, on the right when traveling north. Reported unreadable.
Traveling north for the next 17.6 miles, you will see rock and concrete monuments on the roadside. These monuments tell a story of a bygone era. Each one represents a place or business establishment that was on the site. When this twenty foot . . . Map (db m151528) HM
125 California, Los Angeles County, Castaic — Swede’s Cut
On Ridge Route Road, 7.7 miles north of Templin Highway, on the left when traveling north. Reported unreadable.
This remarkable 110-foot deep cut was excavated by large steam-powered shovels, which were hauled up the ridge by teams of mules. Though not maintained for over 60 years, these cut slopes remain secure today, a testimony to the engineering . . . Map (db m151495) HM
126 California, Los Angeles County, Cerritos — Cerritos Air Disaster Memorial
Near 183rd Street west of Bloomfield Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
On August 31, 1986 at 11:56 A.M., two planes collided above a Cerritos neighborhood in the vicinity of Carmenita Road and 183rd Street. The tragic accident claimed 82 lives, destroyed 11 homes and severely damaged seven others. The collision was . . . Map (db m73108) HM
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127 California, Los Angeles County, Cerritos — Paul Revere
Near Bloomfield Avenue, 0.8 miles south of the Artesia Freeway (California Route 91), on the left when traveling south.
This magnificent sculpture captures the bravery and patriotism of Revolutionary War hero Paul Revere who rode to warn American patriots northwest of Boston that the British intended to raid Lexington and Concord. Paul Revere made his famous . . . Map (db m243422) HM
128 California, Los Angeles County, Cerritos — Statue of Freedom
Near 183rd Street west of Bloomfield Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This Statue of Freedom is a 7-foot re-creation of the original bronze by Thomas Crawford, which is the crowning feature on the dome of our nation's capitol in Washington, D.C. The original Statue of Freedom is 19 feet, 6 inches tall and . . . Map (db m245835) HM
129 California, Los Angeles County, City of Industry — 874 — William Workman Home
Near East Don Julian Road, on the right when traveling north.
Home of pioneer William Workman. Workman and co-owner John Rowland developed the 48,790-acre La Puenta Rancho. Workman and co-leader Rowland organized the first wagon train of permanent eastern settlers which arrived in Southern California on . . . Map (db m50981) HM
130 California, Los Angeles County, City of Industry — 874 — Workman Family Cemetery
On Parriott Place.
"El Campo Santo," this region's earliest known private family cemetery, was established in 1850 by William Workman. The miniature Classic Grecian mausoleum was built in 1919 by grandson Walter P. Temple. Included in this cemetery are the remains of . . . Map (db m50983) HM
131 California, Los Angeles County, Claremont — Cahuilla Park
On Indian Hill Boulevard, 0.1 miles south of Scripps Drive, on the right when traveling south.
By the time Claremont was settled, Indians, who used to live here were on the Morongo Indian Reservation in Riverside County. Since most Indians who lived there were Cahuilla, early residents of Claremont believed that the name of the Indians who . . . Map (db m151621) HM
132 California, Los Angeles County, Claremont — Claremont City Hall
On Harvard Avenue at 2nd Street, on the right when traveling south on Harvard Avenue.
Claremont's municipal offices have occupied one or more of the buildings at this location since 1925. City officials have made several decisions over the years to keep City Hall in the Village in order to help protect the vitality of the Village . . . Map (db m149814) HM
133 California, Los Angeles County, Claremont — Mallows Park
On Indian Hill Boulevard at Harrison Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Indian Hill Boulevard.
In 1916 the city purchased the land for this first city park with $5,000 in bond money. Originally called Triangle Park, this land was owned by Helen Renwick, a local community leader. It was not developed into a park site until 1926 when funds . . . Map (db m149837) HM
134 California, Los Angeles County, Claremont — Memorial ParkClaremont
On Indian Hill Boulevard north of 8th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Once an orange grove and home of the Herman and Bess Garner family, this site was purchased in 1946 to serve as the city's first community park. The Garners were business and educational leaders and owners of the Padua Hills Theatre. The citizens . . . Map (db m149926) HM
135 California, Los Angeles County, Claremont — The Claremont Depot
On 1st Street at Harvard Avenue, on the left when traveling west on 1st Street.
The Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad and its subsidiary, the Pacific Land Improvement Company, founded the town of Claremont in 1887. The railroad's original wooden, Gothic depot was replaced by this Spanish Colonial Revival structure in . . . Map (db m149721) HM
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136 California, Los Angeles County, Claremont — The Historic Pitzer House and Garage
Near North Towne Avenue at Base Line Road.
This historic setting of the Pitzer House and Garage was preserved in the year 2000 by Sunrise Assisted Living as a major architectural landmark of the City of Claremont. Sunrise carefully restored the Pitzer House residence to serve as its . . . Map (db m244782) HM
137 California, Los Angeles County, Compton — 152 — Domínguez Ranch House
On South Alameda Street, on the right when traveling north.
[The arch way leading to the grounds is flanked by two markers:] Right Marker: Domínguez Ranch House Central portion built in 1826 by Manuel Domínguez. Rancho San Pedro Ten square leagues granted, . . . Map (db m64857) HM
138 California, Los Angeles County, Compton — Eagle Tree
Near Short Avenue at Poppy Avenue.
A sycamore tree, being Station 1 for the survey, the Rancho San Pedro, December, 1857.Map (db m196776) HM
139 California, Los Angeles County, Compton — 718 — First United States Air Meet
On Wilmington Avenue north of Curtiss Street, on the right when traveling north.
About one half mile southeast of this spot, on Dominguez Hill in historic Rancho San Pedro, the first Air Meet in the United States was held during January 10-20, 1910. Subsequently, this area has evolved into one of the world's leading . . . Map (db m50979) HM
140 California, Los Angeles County, Compton — 664 — Heritage House
Near Willowbrook Avenue north of Myrrh Street, on the right when traveling south.
The original house of two rooms was built in 1869 by A.R. Loomis. Other rooms were added by successive occupants. It was marked as the "Oldest House in Compton" in 1955; purchased by the city June 11, 1957; and removed from 209 South Acacia Street . . . Map (db m50977) HM
141 California, Los Angeles County, Compton — PFC James AndersonVietnam War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient
Near South Central Avenue south of West Caldwell Street, on the right when traveling south.
PFC James Anderson Jr. was born in Los Angeles California on Jan. 22, 1947. While living in the Carson area, he attended Los Angeles Harbor College for a year and a half before joining the United States Marine Corps in February of 1966. PFC . . . Map (db m62660) WM
142 California, Los Angeles County, Covina — Covina Firehouse - Jail Museum
Near East College Street east of Citrus Avenue.
The firehouse-jail was the first civic building commissioned by the city of Covina. The mission revival structure was constructed in 1911 by pioneer builder Clarence Allison. When a new city hall and fire station was built in 1930, the fire . . . Map (db m138043) HM
143 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City — 5 — American Legion Building
On Hughes Avenue south of Venice Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
A portion of the original Spanish landgrant Rancho La Ballona. The American Legion Post #46 clubhouse was dedicated on August 9, 1930. Contractor Don S. Ely erected the building on this site over the first swimming pool in the area, on . . . Map (db m49954) HM
144 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Art District — 9 — The Helms Building
On Washington Boulevard at Helms Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Washington Boulevard.
Constructed in 1930 in Zig-Zag Moderne style, the Helms Building played an important part in the history of Culver City. It housed the Helms Bakery until 1969, a family owned business founded by Paul Helms. Helms Bakery was known as "the home of . . . Map (db m128457) HM
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145 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Carlson Park — 12 — Dr. Paul Carlson Memorial ParkFirst Park in Culver City
On Braddock Drive at Le Bourget Drive, on the right when traveling east on Braddock Drive.
This land was first traversed by Native Americans, called Tongva, (later known as the Gabrielinos). Under Spanish rule, it was settled as a portion of Rancho La Ballona. After Culver City was incorporated in 1917, the property became a horseracing . . . Map (db m49961) HM
146 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Clarkdale — 10 — La Ballona School
On Washington Boulevard south of Elenda Street, on the right when traveling west.
Originally a wood-frame structure, classes began for the 1865-66 school year as a part of the Ballona School District. In its first year, there were 17 boys and 11 girls registered in 14 classes. The teacher, Miss Craft from Boston, received $50 a . . . Map (db m118360) HM
147 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Downtown — 6 — Main StreetHistoric Site No. 6
On Main Street north of Culver Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Once a part of Rancho La Ballona, Main Street was so recorded in 1913, through the efforts of real estate developer Harry Culver, our city's founder. It was the hub of our city and the street address of the Harry Culver Co. In 1924, the 6-story Hunt . . . Map (db m51858) HM
148 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Downtown — 4 — The Citizen Publishing Building
On Culver Boulevard north of Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
"Dedicated in perpetuity to the service of the people that no good cause shall lack a champion and that evil shall not thrive unopposed." The Citizen Publishing and Printing Company, established in 1923 by Eugene Donovan was the oldest . . . Map (db m50078) HM
149 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Downtown — The Culver Hotel — Since 1924 —
On Culver Boulevard at Main Street, on the right when traveling east on Culver Boulevard.
The Culver Hotel has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.Map (db m191728) HM
150 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Downtown — 2 — The Hull Building
On Culver Boulevard at Washington Boulevard, on the right when traveling south on Culver Boulevard.
The Hull Building was built on this site in 1925. Dr. Foster Hull, having the interest of his profession at heart, built the most modern medical offices and hospital possible for that time. Early in the 1930's, Louis Freeman acquired the building . . . Map (db m49950) HM
151 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Lucerne - Higuera — 1 — Culver CitySite of City Hall — Dedicated 1928 —
On Culver Boulevard at Duquesne Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Culver Boulevard.
The city of Culver City incorporated in 1912, built its first permanent City Hall on this site in 1926. This is a portion of the original Spanish landgrant, Rancho La Ballona.Map (db m49949) HM
152 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Lucerne - Higuera — 7 — The Culver Studios
On Washington Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
On this site in 1919, the Colonial Administration Building of what was to become one of Culver City's three major motion picture studios was completed. Built by and first producing film as the Thomas H. Ince Studios, it later became known as DeMille . . . Map (db m49955) HM
153 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Park West — 13 — Veterans Memorial Building (VMB)
On Overland Avenue south of Culver Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
Culver City purchased a major portion of this land, known as Exposition Park, in 1938. It was officially designated as Veterans Memorial Park on August 8, 1949. Bond financing of $550,000 guaranteed the construction of the Veterans Memorial Building . . . Map (db m51867) HM
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154 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Studio Village — 11 — Civil War Union Camp Latham(1861-1862)
On Overland Avenue at Virginia Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Overland Avenue.
The First California Infantry, under Col. James H. Carleton, and First California Calvary, under Lt. Col. Benjamin F. Davis, marched from the port of San Pedro, 18 miles, a day's journey, to lay out Camp Latham. Named for U.S. Sen. Milton S. Latham, . . . Map (db m49960) HM
155 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Studio Village — 8 — The Lugo Ranch
On Jefferson Boulevard east of Cota Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Lugos, a Spanish landgrant family, arrived in the pueblo de Nuestra Señora la Reina de Los Angeles in the 1700's and settled prior to 1900 on this site. This was originally a portion of Rancho La Ballona which was established by the Machados. . . . Map (db m51869) HM
156 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Washington Culver — Culver Theater — Kirk Douglas Theatre —
On Duquesne Avenue at Washington Boulevard, on the left when traveling south on Duquesne Avenue.
The Culver Theater, which opened in 1947, was one of two movie theaters in Culver City operating in the second half of the 20th century. As an example of the Skouras style, it was noted for its sweeping scrollwork and a juke box like ticket kiosk.Map (db m137095) HM
157 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Washington Culver — M-G-M StudioHistoric Landmark
On Washington Boulevard at Jasmine Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Washington Boulevard.
On this site in the year 1915 was founded the first motion picture studio in Culver City, built by Thomas H. Ince. In 1919, Samuel Goldwyn succeeded to the title to this and adjoining property for his production company. In 1924, . . . Map (db m128144) HM
158 California, Los Angeles County, Culver City, Washington Culver — 3 — St. Augustine's Church
On Washington Boulevard, on the right when traveling west.
In 1883 this land was donated by Señor J. Francisco Figueroa to the Roman Catholic Church of Los Angeles in order that a mission church be built to serve the people of La Ballona Valley. In 1887 a small wooden chapel was built on this site. Priests . . . Map (db m49951) HM
159 California, Los Angeles County, Downey — Apollo Boilerplate 12 — America’s Spaceship Factory —
On Columbia Way, 0.1 miles south of Lakewood Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
The Apollo Boilerplate 12 was the first full-sized capsule used to test the launch escape system of the Apollo spacecraft program. It was launched atop a Little Joe II booster rocket at the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico on May 13, . . . Map (db m204946) HM
160 California, Los Angeles County, Downey — Bob’s Big BoyGrand Opening Oct. 19, 2009 — Downey, California —
On Firestone Boulevard at Pomering Road, on the right when traveling west on Firestone Boulevard.
This building is a great example of the “Googie style” coffee shops and drive-in restaurants that once dotted the Southern California landscape. Googie Architecture called for buildings to read as signs to attract customers. Built in . . . Map (db m149050) HM
161 California, Los Angeles County, Downey — The Speedee McDonald's StoreDowney, California
On Lakewood Boulevard at East Florence Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Lakewood Boulevard.
This is the oldest existing McDonald's hamburger stand in the world. Its neon arches and red and white tile have become an icon of the California car culture of the 1950s. The towering neon chef, "Speedee," was McDonald's first mascot and . . . Map (db m51959) HM
162 California, Los Angeles County, Duarte — Andres Avelino Duarte1805-1863
On Huntington Drive at Calle Andres, on the right when traveling west on Huntington Drive.
Born at Mission San Juan Capistrano, Andres Avelino Duarte joined the Mexican Army in 1821. Transferred to Mission San Gabriel, he was assigned to protect Mission property. Upon retirement, he was granted nearly 7,000 acres, which included . . . Map (db m218626) HM
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163 California, Los Angeles County, Duarte — 1 — Glenn Miller1904-1944
On Melcanyon Road, 0.2 miles north of Fish Canyon Road, on the left when traveling north.
Born in Iowa, he became one of the most famous and prosperous big band leaders in the world. His popularity peaked from 1938 to 1942 with such tunes as “Moonlight Serenade” and the all-time classic “In The Mood”. In 1942 he . . . Map (db m137556) HM WM
164 California, Los Angeles County, Duarte — Orange Blossom ParkA Tribute to Duarte's Citrus Era
On 3rd Street at Oak Avenue, on the right when traveling east on 3rd Street.
Orange Blossom Park's architectural motif and special features were designed to honor Duarte's historic citrus industry that made Duarte famous nationwide and saw its heyday from the 1880s to shortly after the end of WWII. During the . . . Map (db m218679) HM
165 California, Los Angeles County, Duarte — The Trails Restaurant
On East Huntington Drive (Old U.S. 66) west of Waterfall Way, on the right when traveling west.
The Trails Restaurant started small but vigorous in 1952 on land acquired in unincorporated territory along a two lane road known as Route 66. A welcome stop for travelers, the steak house earned a reputation for its hefty portions, thick soups, . . . Map (db m52460) HM
166 California, Los Angeles County, El Monte — El Monte
On Tyler Avenue, 0.1 miles south of Interstate 10, on the left when traveling south.
This tablet commemorates the site of the oldest Protestant Evangelical Church in Southern California; the erection of the first school house; and the end of the Santa Fe Trail.Map (db m211471) HM
167 California, Los Angeles County, El Monte — 975 — El MonteSanta Fe Trail Historical Park
Near Santa Anita Avenue south of Valley Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
El Monte, on the bank of the San Gabriel River, played a significant part in California's early pioneer history. It was first an encampment on the Old Spanish Trail, an extension of the trail from Missouri to Santa Fe. By the 1850's some began . . . Map (db m162663) HM
168 California, Los Angeles County, El Monte — Gay’s Lion Farm
On Peck Road at Valley Boulevard, on the right when traveling north on Peck Road.
In celebration of Gay’s Lion Farm. From its start on July 1, 1925, until it closed in December of 1942, the roar of hundreds of lions could be heard throughout the valley, into the hills and beyond.Map (db m122058) HM
169 California, Los Angeles County, El Monte — Lady Liberty
On Valley Boulevard west of Peck Road, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to the citizens of El Monte on the occasion of the kick-off ceremony for the year long diamond jubilee celebration commemorating El Monte’s 75th anniversary of incorporation.Map (db m163427) HM
170 California, Los Angeles County, El Monte — The Frederick G. Exner Memorial WindmillErected February 17, 2000
Near Santa Anita Avenue south of Valley Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
Donated by Frederick G. Exner to the El Monte Historical Society as a Historical Artifact to Compliment the Osmund House Facility. This "The Aermotor Company" windmill was first erected in Gore, North Dakota, in April 1916, and served as a sole . . . Map (db m155283) HM
171 California, Los Angeles County, El Monte — The LionEl Monte Historical Monument
On Bodger Street east of Tyler Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
“The Lion” dedicated 1980. Gay’s Lion Farm 1924 - 1944. Donated 1948 to El Monte Union High School.Map (db m122063) HM
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172 California, Los Angeles County, El Segundo — SV-5D Lifting Body — Los Angeles Air Force Base —
Near Aviation Boulevard at Douglas Street.
This replica represents an unmanned SV-5D lifting body, the first vehicle to maneuver on reentry from space. It was developed for Project PRIME (Precision Recovery Including Maneuvering Reentry). Lifting bodies are wingless craft which . . . Map (db m142874) HM
173 California, Los Angeles County, Elizabeth Lake — Butterfield Overland Mailand Havilah Coachline
On Elizabeth Lake Road, 0.2 miles east of Ranch Club Road, on the left when traveling east.
Butterfield Overland Mail and Havilah Coachline used these houses from 1861-1881.Map (db m141467) HM
174 California, Los Angeles County, Gardena — The Washington ElmGardena Civic Center
On 162nd Street at Harvard Boulevard, on the right when traveling east on 162nd Street.
This is a fourth generation of the elm tree under which General George Washington took command of the Continental Army on July 3, 1775; and the Declaration of Independence was first read to the people of Cambridge, Massachusetts.Map (db m164425) HM
175 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale — 62 — Bonetto House
On Manhattan Avenue west of La Crescenta Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Historic Thomas and Florence Bonetto House, 2819 Manhattan Avenue, constructed in 1931, Glendale Register of Historic Resources No. 62. The Bonettos were true community leaders and instrumental in the growth of the Crescenta Valley.Map (db m198188) HM
176 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Adams Hill — 111 — Adams Square Gas Station
Near East Palmer Avenue at South Adams Street, on the left when traveling south.
Built in 1936 by Richfield Oil Corporation. Rare surviving example of a streamline moderne gas station, significant for its association with the development of Southern California car culture.Map (db m140830) HM
177 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Adams Hill — 5 — Richardson Home
On Mariposa Street at Cypress Street, on the left when traveling north on Mariposa Street.
Home of W.C.B. Richardson, early developer and rancher, Santa Eulalia Ranch, 1873. City of Glendale Historical Landmark.Map (db m209749) HM
178 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Adams Hill — Wee Kirk o’ the Heather — Forest Lawn Glendale —
Near Glendale Avenue north of San Fernando Road.
This picturesque little church takes us back to the night when Douglas of Finland stood beneath Annie Laurie's window and sang to her the romantic love song which has since been sung and loved the world over. The Wee Kirk o’ the Heather pays . . . Map (db m232610) HM
179 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Chevy Chase — 23 — The Calori House
On Chevy Chase Drive, 1.6 miles east of Harvey Drive, on the left when traveling east.
Constructed 1926. Lloyd Wright - Architect. City of Glendale Historical Landmark.Map (db m209754) HM
180 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Chevy Chase — The Derby House
On Chevy Chase Drive just east of St Andrews Drive, on the left when traveling east.
This property, Derby House, has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. The Derby House - 1926. Lloyd Wright, architect. City of Glendale Historical . . . Map (db m209237) HM
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181 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Citrus Grove — 8 — Goode House
On Cedar Street north of Broadway, on the left when traveling north.
Built in the 1880’s. One of the last remaining examples of Queen Anne-Eastlake architectural style in Glendale. Home of Ed Goode, 1897-1917, outstanding community leader.Map (db m143602) HM
182 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Citrus Grove — 17 — Hotel GlendaleNational Register of Historic Places
On Glendale Avenue at Broadway, on the right when traveling north on Glendale Avenue.
Constructed in 1925. Arthur G. Lindley and Charles Selkirk, architects. City of Glendale Historical Landmark.Map (db m210089) HM
183 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Crescenta Highlands — Ananda Ashrama5301 Pennsylvania Avenue
On Pennsylvania Avenue at Markridge Road, on the left when traveling north on Pennsylvania Avenue.
Ananda Ashrama was founded in 1923 as an extension of the Vedanta Centre, Boston, established by Swami Paramananda in 1909. Vedanta, India's ancient philosophy, teaches that our true nature is divine. All paths lead to the same . . . Map (db m239531) HM
184 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Crescenta Highlands — Crescenta Valley ParkGerman-American History
Near Dunsmore Avenue south of Honolulu Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Between 1934 and 1957, most of this area in Crescenta Valley Community Regional Park, west of Dunsmore Avenue and south of Honolulu Avenue, was a private park owned by the German-American League. The private park, named Hindenburg Park in memorial . . . Map (db m156524) HM WM
185 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Crescenta Highlands — The McFall Oak — 2009 Station Fire —
Near Dunsmore Avenue, 0.5 miles north of Markridge Road, on the left when traveling north.
In recognition of the leadership of Assistant City Manager Bob McFall to preserve this heritage oak during the 2009 Station Fire, the Community Services & Parks Department has designated this stately tree as "The McFall Oak."Map (db m239335) HM
186 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Downtown — Alex Theatre
On Brand Boulevard south of California Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
Alex Theatre has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. 1925 Theatre Building — Arthur G. Lindley & Charles R. Selkirk, architects. 1940 Marquee & Tower — S. Charles Lee, . . . Map (db m145347) HM
187 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Downtown — Glendale Main Post Office — Built 1932 —
On Broadway just west of Kenwood Street, on the right when traveling west.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior. This building is named in honor of Carlos J. Moorhead by Act of Congress, Public Law 105-88, November . . . Map (db m209982) HM
188 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Downtown — 14 — Glendale Y.M.C.A.
On Louise Street, 0.1 miles north of Broadway, on the right when traveling north.
Established in 1919. Constructed in 1926. Designed by Clarence L. Jay and Lincoln Rogers. Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. City of Glendale Historical Landmark.Map (db m210004) HM
189 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Downtown — Korean Comfort Women StatuePeace Monument
Near Colorado Street east of Brand Boulevard.
In Memory of more than 200,000 Asian and Dutch women who were removed from their homes in Korea, China, Taiwan, Japan, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, East Timor, and Indonesia, to be coerced into sexual slavery by the Imperial Armed . . . Map (db m138945) HM WM
190 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Downtown — 15 — Masonic TempleGlendale
On Brand Boulevard just north of Colorado Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Masonic Temple was dedicated on June 11, 1929 and served as a meeting place for several Masonic Lodges for nearly three decades. The building, constructed by J.V. McNeil, was designed by architect and engineer Arthur Lindley who was also . . . Map (db m214526) HM
191 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Downtown — 16 — Security Trust and Savings Bank
On Brand Boulevard at Broadway, on the right when traveling north on Brand Boulevard.
Site of Glendale Depot of the Los Angeles Interurban Railway, 1904-1923, first six-story building in the city. Constructed by Security Trust and Savings Bank in 1923. Original property occupied by First Savings Bank of Glendale.Map (db m158123) HM
192 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, El Miradero — 87 — Casa de Carmen
On Grandview Avenue at Mountain Street, on the right when traveling north on Grandview Avenue.
Built in 1925. Exemplary Spanish Colonial Revival home with elements of Moorish and Pueblo Revival styles. Built for local businessman Robert Jensen. Named for Mrs. Carmen Issai Ovanesian, noted local philanthropist for children's causes.Map (db m173515) HM
193 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, El Miradero — Doctors’ HouseCirca 1890
On Brand Park Drive, 0.2 miles north of West Mountain Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Doctors’ House, a Glendale Landmark, is named for the three prominent physicians Dr. G.V. Bogue, Dr. D.W. Hunt, and Dr. A.L. Bryant, and for Dr. L.H. Hurtt, chemist, who made it their home. One of the few remaining residences of Queen Anne . . . Map (db m156338) HM
194 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Glenwood — 77 — 1675 Ard Eevin Avenue
On Ard Eevin Avenue at Cumberland Road, on the left when traveling north on Ard Eevin Avenue.
Glendale Register of Historic Resources No. 77. Built in 1924. Tudor revival-style residence designed by Alfred F. Priest, one of Glendale's most important early architects.Map (db m214552) HM
195 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Glenwood — 45 — Ard Eevin
On Mountain Street at Ard Eevin Avenue on Mountain Street.
City of Glendale Register of Historic Places No. 45. Manor home of Daniel & Margaret McPeak Campbell, a 25 to 50 acre early citrus ranch. Pioneer city banker, developer of area in 20's/30's, and community philanthropist. Children: Daniel . . . Map (db m214542) HM
196 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Glenwood — 21 — Bel Aire727 Kenneth Road — Jones House —
On Kenneth Road just west of Virginia Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Built in 1922 by Mattison Boyd Jones, businessman, politician, and community leader. Home and gardens frequently used as background for motion pictures, television, and commercial filming.Map (db m163467) HM
197 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Glenwood — 64 — Wheeler House
On Cumberland Road at Cleveland Road, on the left when traveling west on Cumberland Road.
Glendale Register of Historic Resources No. 64. 922 Cumberland Road. Built in 1932. Excellent example of Spanish Colonial revival style architecture.Map (db m214553) HM
198 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Grand Central — Grand Central Air Terminal1930
On Air Way, 0.2 miles south of Sonora Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Grand Central Air Terminal is an intact example of an early airport passenger terminal and serves as a physical record of pivotal events that helped shape the development of air travel and the aviation industry in Southern California. The air . . . Map (db m137664) HM
199 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Greenbriar — 75 — McCall’s House
On Royal Boulevard just west of Moreno Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Built in 1936. French revival-style design adapted by local architect Merrill Baird and featured as the “Home of the Month” in the September 1936 issue of McCall's magazine.Map (db m173521) HM
200 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Greenbriar — 84 — 1441 Royal BoulevardGlendale Register of Historic Resources No. 84
On Royal Boulevard at Imperial Dr, on the left when traveling west on Royal Boulevard.
Built in 1931. Excellent example of Spanish Colonial Revival style architecture due to its outstanding design and retention of character-defining features.Map (db m174062) HM

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