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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
[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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Built in 1927. Excellent example of Mediterranean Revival architecture. Residence of world heavyweight wrestling champion Ed “Strangler” Lewis between 1933 and 1940. — — Map (db m137362) HM
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