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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Glendale, California

 
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1 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
2 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
3 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
4 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
5 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
6 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
7 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
8 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
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9 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
10 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
11 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
12 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
13 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
14 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
15 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
16 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
17 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
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18 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
19 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
20 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
21 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
22 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
23 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
24 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
25 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
26 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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27 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Greenbriar — 98 — Burkhard House
On Royal Boulevard west of Moreno Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Built in 1949. Designed by Paul Burkhard, Jr. Modern style home built for former mayor Paul Burkhard, Sr.Map (db m173519) HM
28 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Greenbriar — 68 — Lewis House
On Royal Boulevard north of Del Monte Drive, on the left when traveling north.
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
29 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Montrose — Montrose Vietnam War MemorialIn Memorium
On Honolulu Ave & Ocean View Blvd, on the right when traveling west on Honolulu Ave & Ocean View Blvd.
We the people of the Crescenta-Canada Valley, dedicate this plaque in solemn tribute to the service men who have given their lives in the defense of freedom in South Vietnam. May they rest in peace. May their sacrifice not be in vain. June . . . Map (db m218226) WM
30 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Montrose — National Flag Week"It All Started In Montrose"
On Honolulu Avenue at Ocean Boulevard, on the right when traveling west on Honolulu Avenue.
Montrose California - Birthplace of National Flag Week "It All Started In Montrose" Montrose merchants Bill Bailey and Vito Cannella dreamed of establishing a "It all started in Montrose" National Week of Recognition to honor the . . . Map (db m218223) HM
31 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Montrose — The Crescenta-Cañada Valley
On Honolulu Avenue at Ocean View Boulevard, on the right when traveling west on Honolulu Avenue.
When the Colonials of the American eastern seaboard were struggling to create and defend man’s most noble achievement in self government, the vast Pacific Southwest was a slumbering frontier. Barely six years before Paul Revere made his famous ride . . . Map (db m135165) HM
32 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Rossmoyne — 25 — HomelandBuilt in 1926
On East Mountain Street at Greenbrier Road, on the right when traveling east on East Mountain Street.
Mansion built by W. F. Markham, developer and inventor of the Markham Air Rifle at Plymouth, Michigan in 1886. Gardens formerly used as bird sanctuary.Map (db m137558) HM
33 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Somerset — Somerset Farm
On South Verdugo Road at East Windsor Road, on the right when traveling south on South Verdugo Road.
Site of Somerset Farm, home of John Calvin Sherer from 1882 to 1949, an early settler and a founder of Glendale, California.Map (db m138929) HM
34 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Tropico — Glendale Station ClockOak of Peace
Near West Cerritos Avenue at El Bonito Avenue.
The General Andres Pico Oak Tree once stood in Rancho San Rafael in an area that later became part of the City of Glendale. This tree played a significant role in the history of California. On January 11, 1847, representatives of Los Estados Unidos . . . Map (db m128302) HM
35 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Verdugo Mountains — El Miradero"A high place overlooking a wide view" — Constructed 1903 —
On West Mountain Street, on the right when traveling west.
Known as Brand's Castle, home of L.C. Brand - pioneer and prominent developer in Glendale. Design by Nathaniel Dryden. City of Glendale Historical Landmark.Map (db m56191) HM
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36 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Verdugo Mountains — Miss American Green CrossRe-creation of the American Green Cross Monument
On Mountain Street, on the right when traveling west.
Miss American Green Cross was originally dedicated on May 4, 1928 to represent the American Green Cross Society. The early environmental organization was dedicated to the "saving of American's greatest asset-trees". The first chapter of the Society . . . Map (db m56198) HM
37 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Verdugo Viejo — 235 — Casa Adobe de San Rafael
Near Dorothy Drive north of Stocker Street, on the right when traveling north.
Built by Tomás and Maria Sanchez, 1865-1871. Restored by the City of Glendale, 1932. California Historical Landmark No. 235.Map (db m145352) HM
38 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Verdugo Woodlands — 2 — Oak of Peace
Near Bonita Drive south of Opechee Way, on the right when traveling south.
The Oak of Peace played an important role in the history of California. It was at this site on January 11, 1847, that the surrender of the Californios to the United States Army was arranged. Jésus Pico, emissary of U.S. Lt. Colonel John C. . . . Map (db m234878) HM
39 California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Verdugo Woodlands — 637 — San Rafael RanchoCatalina Verdugo Adobe — Oak of Peace —
Near Bonita Drive south of Opechee Way, on the right when traveling south.
San Rafael Rancho, first granted to José Maria Verdugo, Oct. 20, 1784. Catalina Adobe built about 1828. And, General Andres Pico oak tree camp site, before he surrendered to General John C. Fremont, 1847.Map (db m128201) HM WM
 
 
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