This mixed-media art installation
recalls Biola University's original
building at Sixth and Hope Streets in
downtown Los Angeles, and the two
iconic neon signs created in 1935 and 1938
that proclaimed the timeless message:
“Jesus saves." . . . — — Map (db m236405) HM
In 1890 Andrew McNally purchased 2360 acres from the Stearns Ranchos for his La Mirada Colony of "country gentleman estates", and his Windermere Ranch. His plans were not fulfilled,
instead grew the McNally olive oil empire.
Nearby, to the . . . — — Map (db m236410) HM
Commemorating one of the sites of a relay station for
the Los Angeles-Santa Ana stage and freight line
located to the southeast in the vicinity of Ocaso Avenue
and Olive Branch Drive where teams of horses and mules
were fed and rested at the . . . — — Map (db m236481) HM
The Stagecoach Stop was essential for many travelers during La Mirada's early years. The first stagecoach trips from Los Angeles to San Diego took up to a week. — — Map (db m236489) HM
These bells are part of a Carillon cast especially for Biola in 1914. For nearly half-a-century they rang over downtown Los Angeles, from high above Biola’s campus at 6th and Hope Streets. They were the musical partner to the landmark “Jesus Saves” . . . — — Map (db m201275) HM
Built in the early 1890's on Stage Road, the Train Depot was a significant part of La Mirada's early development. As new modes of transportation developed, the Train Depot became obsolete and was demolished in 1962. — — Map (db m236456) HM
This plaza is dedicated in loving memory of
Zahur-ul-Haqq
Zahur-ul-Haqq is recognized as the first convert of the Methodist mission in India. Born in
Tilhar, India, in 1834, Haqq was raised in a prominent Muslim family and practiced . . . — — Map (db m236333) HM
