William Newport emigrated from Chester, England in 1876 at
age 20. In 1885 he purchased 2,000 acres in Menifee. By 1906
he was farming wheat on 15,000 acres. This is the
approximate location of his house, barns, grain storage
buildings and a . . . — — Map (db m178713) HM
The Galleano Winery is the oldest winemaking operation in Riverside County. In 1927 Domenico Galleano pruchased the ranch from Col. Esteban Cantu, Governor of Baja California (1915-1920), including this house which dates from the 1890s. The barn, . . . — — Map (db m50714) HM
Construction on Lake Hemet Dam began in 1891 and was completed four years later on October of 1895. It stood at 122.5 feet and was the largest solid masonry dam in the world, a title it held for sixteen years.
Building of the dam itself was . . . — — Map (db m78534) HM
Lured by the promise of rich gold ore in the nearby Tahquitz Mining District, Harold Kenworthy arrived in Hemet Valley (now Garner Valley) in 1896 to establish the mining town he called Kenworthy. It was a thriving community with a store, hotel, . . . — — Map (db m78527) HM
This historic site was granted by Governor Pio Pico to Juan Moreno in 1846. The rancho is a prime example of human history in Southern
California. Archaeological evidence indicates that Native Americans occupied this area for over 6000 years and . . . — — Map (db m127950) HM
This property has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
Designed by architect Albert Frey, the building resembles a ship with its curved prow, second-story bridge, porthole . . . — — Map (db m131763) HM
In Memoriam
In Deep Appreciation of
These Courageous Young Americans
From the Coachella Valley
Who Have Made the Supreme Sacrifice.
Killed In Action
Vietnam
P.F.C. Dennis Read — Army
Spl./4th Class, Edwarxd Angiano . . . — — Map (db m113335) WM
These stars are dedicated to five citizens of this community who were presented with the Medal of Honor by the President of the United States.
Together, their fields of battle included World War II, Korea, Vietnam and service on the high . . . — — Map (db m206206) WM
Angel Cove is named for an angel-shaped rock formation located at the top of
the cove's largest canyon. The formation, depicted to the right, is best viewed
from a distance across the valley. The naming of Angel Cove is also attributed to
a . . . — — Map (db m232915) HM
WW II searchlights formed part of a system of aircraft detection linking (a) locator device, (b) searchlights, and (c) antiaircraft (AAA) guns. The locators Sent electronic information to the lights and guns, which in turn tracked the target in . . . — — Map (db m206326) HM
Bel Vista House
Architect Albert Frey
has been placed on the National Register
of Historic Places by the United States
Department of the Interior
1946 — — Map (db m192259) HM
Hollywood screen and television star, Charlie Farrell, was Mayor of the City of Palm Springs from 1948-1958. While Mayor, he helped secure the return of the Airport to the City after World War II. He founded the Racquet Club with actor Ralph Bellamy . . . — — Map (db m206193) HM
On this site in 1908, Nellie N. Coffman (1867-1950),
husband Harry and two sons, George Roberson and Earl Coffman established a small health resort hotel, Desert Inn. Her ability, determination, and charm extended the resorts reputation and people . . . — — Map (db m113078) HM
The Distinguished Flying Cross
Authorized by Act of Congress 2 July, 1926
"Wall of Honor"
Dedicated on November 11, 2004
Awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity in the Armed Forces of the United States, . . . — — Map (db m206322) WM
This small Spanish Eclectic structure was the northernmost residence in the village of Palm Springs when it was built in the 1920s. As the city grew, there was an increasing need for community services, especially along "Main Street," and Dr. Smith . . . — — Map (db m82141) HM
Prescott T. Stevens, developer of the El Mirador Hotel, donated this site and the funds to build the Frances S. Stevens School, in memory of his wife and her interest in education. The first two rooms were completed in 1927. Katherine Finchy, who . . . — — Map (db m82139) HM
The F-16 is numerically the most important fighter int the Western worlds inventory. Developed for the US Air Force, it embodied lessons learned over Vietnam and was designed as an inexpensive and small version of the F-15.
Since it possessed . . . — — Map (db m206404) HM
This structure was built c. 1934 by the California Water & Telephone Company as a business office and switching center. It was purchased by General Telephone in 1967 and continued as a switching center until 1984. The structure is constructed of . . . — — Map (db m52738) HM
The United States Navy needed an all-weather carrier-based attack aircraft. The Douglas A-1 Skyraider did its job in the Korean War, but they desired a new aircraft with twin jet engines. The Grumman A 6 Intruder was introduced in 1963 and served as . . . — — Map (db m206437) HM
This property has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
This Mediterranean/Spanish Revival home was built by John and Fannie Hamrick and designed by John Porter Clark and . . . — — Map (db m206177) HM
Dedicated to all American who offered their lives in support of freedom throughout the world.
Dedicated February 24, 2003 by Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A., LCDR Ben Dobris Post 750, Palm Springs.
Donated By Wiefels & Son Funeral . . . — — Map (db m206278) WM
This property has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
Loewy House, 1946.
Designed by architect Albert Frey for famed industrial designer Raymond Loewy. The house . . . — — Map (db m206182) HM
Desert pioneer, Carl Lykken, built the first general store in the village in 1914. For many years it contained the only telephone and the post office. The store was remodeled with the existing overhang and arches when sidewalks were installed in the . . . — — Map (db m52734) HM
Joining more than 200,000 locations around the world, this Palm Springs Pole brings the international initiative to this international city. Founded in 1955, the global Peace Pole Project seeks to "uplift humankind toward harmony rather than . . . — — Map (db m206210)
The McCallum Adobe, the oldest remaining building in Palm Springs was built in 1885 for John and Emily McCallum, the areas first white settlers. Originally constructed on the corner of Palm Canyon Drive and Tahquitz Way, and later a part of the . . . — — Map (db m52731) HM
The A-4 Skyhawk is a lightweight, single engine attack aircraft The first A-4 was delivered to the Navy in 1956 and the Marine Corp in November 1962; 765 A-4 aircraft have been sold worldwide. The A-4 is one of the most effective and versatile light . . . — — Map (db m206319) HM
The McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Homet is a twin-engine, supersonic, all-weather,carrier-capable, multirole combat jet
designed as both a fighter and attack aircraft (hence the FA designation), Designed by McDonnell Douglas (row Boeing)
and Northrop, . . . — — Map (db m206443) HM
This public park was deeded to the City of Palm Springs in 1970 by the Mccallum Desert Foundation in memory of Pearl M McMannus, further implementing her life-long plan to improve and beautify Palm Springs. The building to the left was the adobe . . . — — Map (db m206212) HM
The Mig-15 was one of the first successful jet fighters to incorporate swept wings to achieve high transonic speeds. In combat over Korea, it outclassed straight-winged jet day fighters, which were largely relegated to ground attack roles. The . . . — — Map (db m206398) HM
Made famous by the Vietnam War, the MiG-17 was the primary enemy aircraft engaged in the skies over Vietnam by U.S. aircraft, such as the A-4, A-7, F-8, B-52, F-100, F-105 and its primary nemesis, the F-4 Phantom II. During that war and up until the . . . — — Map (db m206321) HM
The Oasis Hotel, constructed 1923-25, contained approximately 20 units and included the Tower Building, the only three story hotel building in Palms Springs for many years.
The 40 foot tower, with its pyramidal roof, provided access to the . . . — — Map (db m52742) HM
One of the two original tram cars that made the inaugural trip up Chino Canyon on September 12, 1963, it made over 175,000 round trips by the time it was retired in June 2000.
The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway was the longest and steepest . . . — — Map (db m210754) HM
The American Legion is the nation's largest wartime veterans service organization.
Post #519 was first chartered in May, 1939.
This austere war memorial building features a unique "lamella roof created by interlocking pre-cut wood pieces . . . — — Map (db m206259) HM
This is one of the original street markers used following the incorporation of the City of Palm Springs in 1938. Dr. J. J. Kocher and Philip Boyd, then secretary of the Chamber of Commerce, had renamed the streets in 1930 at which time Main Avenue . . . — — Map (db m82140) HM
This bridge-like structure straddles a gully, allowing water, and the occasional boulder, to pass underneath without damaging the building. The walls of glass offer a view of the mountain. The interior ceiling is of perforated and corrugated . . . — — Map (db m210755) HM
In honor of those who have served in the armed services of the United States from the American Revolution to present and to those who gave their lives in service to protect our freedoms in all military conflicts.
We also pay special tribute . . . — — Map (db m206394) WM
Designed by Albert Frey, John Porter Clark, Robson Chambers, and E. Stewart Williams
This building is made of concrete block. Tubular aluminum bris-soliel offers shade, while allowing a view. In front of the City Council chamber is a large . . . — — Map (db m206254) HM
Founded in 1938, the Palm Springs Desert Museum is an educational institution that promotes a greater understanding of art, natural science and performing arts. This building designed by E. Stewart Williams, first opened in 1976 — — Map (db m206200) HM
The Palm Springs Desert Museum, founded in 1938, has occupied three distinct locations in downtown Palm Springs. This building, designed by local architect, E. Stewart Williams, AIA, was first opened in 1976. Williams then design an expansion that . . . — — Map (db m240219) HM
The Plaza Theatre opened in December 1936 with a screening of "Camille", a tragic love story starring Robert Taylor and Greta Garbo; actor Ralph Bellamy served as master of ceremonies for this event which attracted about 40 Hollywood celebrities. . . . — — Map (db m82142) HM
Called Twin Palms for its landmark trees, the singer's modern, view orientated home uses strong horizontal and vertical forms, natural materials and decorative trellis.
Historic Site No. 77 - Class One — — Map (db m206185) HM
This is the site of the first community church in Palm Springs. Welwood Murray donated the land in 1906 and the little church stood as a landmark in the village until 1934. The existing Carnell Building designed by Harold Williams was completed in . . . — — Map (db m52736) HM
In the Spring of 1905, the Colorado River, swollen by heavy rainfall and snow-melt, surged into an irrigation canal east of where you are standing. The great "red bull" as settler called the river, overflowed the canals banks and spilled into the . . . — — Map (db m210761) HM
McNaughton, a famed set designer and art director for television and motion pictures, created this whimsical home with over one hundred arches in the Hollywood Regency Style. — — Map (db m206183) HM
A rare example of a Depression Era Art Modern style building in Palm Springs. The double and triple bands of horizontal 'streamline' moldings, flat unembellished blocky wall surfaces, and symmetrical faηade are characteristics of the Art Modern . . . — — Map (db m52737) HM
On this site in 1909, Dr. Harry and Nellie N. Coffman opened the Desert Inn in a single-family house as a small sanitarium for patients suffering from tuberculosis and other respiratory ailments. It established Palm Springs as a desert health resort . . . — — Map (db m206204) HM
McNaughton, a famed set designer and art director for television and motion pictures, designed this home in the Hollywood Regency style. — — Map (db m206181) HM
The Kausik Cahuilla are the owners of one of California's most famous hot springs. This natural resource provided them with permanent, palatable mineral waters which
were used for curing, drinking, and agriculture. It also was a direct access to . . . — — Map (db m142125) HM
At 10,834 feet, San Jacinto Peak is the second highest peak in southern California. Its north face rises over the desert floor, creating one of the steepest escarpments in the United States. The peak also helps create a landscape of extremes. Mount . . . — — Map (db m210759) HM
Completed: 1925
Organic American Modern Architecture
Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright jr. (1890 - 1978)
Developer: Pearl McCallum McManus (1879 - 1966)
A short distance north of this site stands the remaining portions of the Oasis . . . — — Map (db m206207) HM
In 1926, philanthropist Thomas O'Donnell (1870-1945) began construction of a private golf course, which he opened to the public in 1932. In 1936 the O'Donnell's commissioned architectural designer William Charles Tanner to design a new home which, . . . — — Map (db m206197) HM
The warm spring here was the site of Se-Khe (Boiling Water), important village of the Kawasic Cahuilla Indians. The Spanish called it Agua Caliente (Hot Water). A stage station of that name operated from 1862 to 1876. As early as 1871 the Indians . . . — — Map (db m142126) HM
Dougherty (1877-1947), was recognized for his bold American Impressionistic paintings of coastal landscapes.
Clark's designs often blended materials commonly found in Spanish revival buildings with elements typical of Modern Architectural . . . — — Map (db m206180) HM
Completed 1955
Mid-Century Modern
Wexler & Harrison, Architects
Robert Higgins, Builder / Developer
The Sunmor neighborhood is generally known as an "Alexander" neighborhood, however Bob Higgins developed the first eleven . . . — — Map (db m206195) HM
Earthquake Faults Crisscross this land and shape its restless landscape.
The San Andreas fault cuts along the eastern side of the Coachella Valley. From where you are standing it runs parallel to Interstate 10 toward the base of . . . — — Map (db m212019) HM
Over a century ago, conservationist Aldo Leopold and forester Robert Marshall prompted the Forest Service to consider wilderness preservation as a worthy goal. They argued that wilderness itself was as important a resource as timber, water, or . . . — — Map (db m210760) HM
The Tie Down or "hardstand' was utilized during World War II when the Palm Springs Army Air Field was used by the Ferrying Division of the Air Transport Command. The principal reason for establishing the base in Palm Springs was to provide a . . . — — Map (db m206194) HM
This is a recreation of the sign guiding visitors to the Tonopah Test Range that was (is) the operational base for the F-117 Nighthawk.
The Tonopah Test Range (TTR, also designated as Area 52) is a restricted military installation . . . — — Map (db m206402) HM
Designed by Albert Frey and Robson Chambers.
Conceived by developer Culver Nichols as
an entry statement to Palm Springs, the roof
is a hyperbolic paraboloid of steel I-beams
and corrugated metal roofing supported by
steel tubular pillars. . . . — — Map (db m131565) HM
These statues represent African-American pilots from the 332 fighter group that provided protection for allied bombers during missions over Nazi-controlled territory. At the beginning of WWI some were opposed to the idea of African-Americans . . . — — Map (db m206324) WM
In 1938 George Welwood Murray donated this land to provide for a library as a memorial to his father, Welwood Murray, pioneer hotel operator. Cornelia white donated an additional strip of property on the eastern end of the site. The existing . . . — — Map (db m52732) HM
After nearly a century of timber production, parts of the San Jacinto Mountains looked like nothing more than a logging camp. Where tall trees once stood, stumps and wood debris littered the landscape. Livestock grazing also took its toll. John Muir . . . — — Map (db m210763) HM
Constructed of stucco, concrete, and steel with parts of the foundation resting on boulders, the home features a mountain waterfall and has finishes including mahogany doors, wood floors, wrought iron, and handmade tiles. — — Map (db m218629) HM
The town of Pinacate, named for the surrounding mining district, began here in 1882 on the new California Southern Railroad. When the land title became clouded, the railroad moved the siding 2 miles north among new agricultural settlers, starting . . . — — Map (db m176483) HM
The University of California established the Citrus Experiment Station in Riverside in 1906 and moved it into the central and south buildings of this Mission Revival style group in 1918, initiating the present campus. Here Herbert John Webber, Leon . . . — — Map (db m199538) HM
On January 1, 1776, the first party of colonists to come overland to the Pacific Coast crossed the Santa Ana River south of this marker and camped between here and the river. Recruited in the presidios of Sonora, Mexico, and led by Lt. Col. Juan . . . — — Map (db m50995) HM
Riverside's first church, organized in 1872.
Combined community effort built its first
structure at Sixth and Vine. Opened in 1873
and used also by cooperating faiths, a Gothic
style building was opened on this site in 1887.
This Spanish . . . — — Map (db m176378) HM
This house was purchased in 1915 by local restaurant proprietor Jukichi Harada in the names of his three American-born minor children. It was remodeled and expanded to two stories in 1916. The question of legal ownership of this house resulted in . . . — — Map (db m154720) HM
Danish sea captain Cornelius Jensen sailed to San Francisco during the Gold Rush to sell his cargo. In 1854 he settled in Agua Mansa, established a store, and married Mercedes Alvarado, a descendant of a pioneer Californio family. The Jensens . . . — — Map (db m50685) 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
の . . . — — Map (db m147984) HM
Frank A. Miller (1857-1935) made adobe bricks for a small 12 room guest house which he opened in 1876. Over the years by successive building additions he fulfilled his dream by recreating this early California Mission style setting of a hotel. — — Map (db m50994) HM
With the backing of Southern Pacific Railroad magnate Henry E. Huntington, Mount Rubidoux was purchased by Frank Miller of the Mission Inn in 1906. In an attempt to beautify the mountain and to sell residential lots at its base, a road was built and . . . — — Map (db m120431) HM
We honor here the sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Americans held prisoner of war, and those still listed as Missing In Action since the time of the American Revolution. Some died from disease and starvation, some perished in death marches, . . . — — Map (db m54380) WM
In 1923, voters approved a bond issue for Riverside
to construct its first municipally-owned city hall.
Constructed in the Spanish Colonial revival style,
this structure served the city government until
1975. Sold by the city in 1976, the . . . — — Map (db m176381) HM
To honor Mrs. Eliza Tibbets,
and to commend her good work
in planting at Riverside in 1873
the First Washington
Navel Orange Trees
in California,
native to Bahia Brazil,
proved the most valuable
fruit introduction yet made by
the United . . . — — Map (db m154354) HM
Originally constructed for the YWCA on land donated by Frank A. Miller. Designed in a Spanish
Revival style by architect Julia Morgan. Purchased by the Riverside Art Association in 1966. — — Map (db m176365) HM
To Commemorate the introduction of the first Marsh Grapefruit Trees into California, brought to Riverside from Lakeland, Florida in 1890 by Twogood and Cutter, pioneer nurserymen, and to honor J.E. Cutter who planted here one of those first trees. — — Map (db m82144) HM
Developed at U.C.R. and patented in 1980, is one of a series of citrus varieties to emerge from research in the University of California system. It is planted on this 14th day of February, 1982, as a tribute to the Citrus Experiment Station in . . . — — Map (db m199539) HM
Within the building on this site stand the remaining walls of the Trujillo Adobe. The adobe was the center of La Placita de Los Trujillos, a village founded here in the 1860s. Many generations of the Trujillo family lived in the adobe. La Placita . . . — — Map (db m143382) HM
Building designed in Norman Gothic style by architect A.C. Willard and constructed
with Arizona sandstone by A.W.Boggs. The founding pastor was George H. Deere. — — Map (db m176383) HM
On September 29, 1976, Cesar Chavez spoke at University Theater at UC Riverside. The Latino American civil rights leader and co-founder of the United Farm Workers (UFW) often visited campuses inviting student support of his causes.
When he . . . — — Map (db m202305) HM
This memorial is dedicated to eulogize
the sacrifices of American Veterans.
It is to commemorate them, their comrades,
their personal and emotional sacrifices,
and to acknowledge those Americans who
have lost loved ones in the service . . . — — Map (db m54379) HM
The original Victoria Bridge was wooden and built in 1891 to
unite the new Arlington Heights tract with downtown.
Designed by William Irving and built by private developers,
the bridge was deeded to the city in 1891. The wooden . . . — — Map (db m217883) HM
University of California Centennial Planting in honor of Herbert John Webber who in 1897 discovered and described motile sperms in the Family Cycadaceae — — Map (db m212932) 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
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
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
Pioneer Southern California church organized by Emma S. Davis. Designed in Mission Style with classical facade by Arthur B. Benton.
F.L. Spaulding, Contractor.
Cultural Heritage Landmark No.7 — — Map (db m239633) 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
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
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 . . . — — Map (db m233204) 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 the . . . — — Map (db m226069) 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
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 pay tribute to those lost between World War I and the present day. . . . — — Map (db m226087) HM
