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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
