The Sesquicentennial in Riverside: 1926's Most Talked-About Fourth
From rowboat races on Fairmount Lake to Roman Warren's fireworks-laced flight over Mt. Rubidoux, Riverside marked the nation's 150th birthday in unforgettable fashion.
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A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
Threads of HERstory: Boutique and Mission Inn Foundation Debut Historical Fashion Show
Toni Moore Clothing and the Mission Inn Foundation debuted "Threads of HERstory" on June 28, pairing historical garments with contemporary style.
Presidential Helicopter Arrives at March Field for Restoration
The Sikorsky SH-3, flown by four presidents including Nixon, will be restored and displayed at the Riverside museum while a new hangar is built at the Nixon Library.
July ArtsWalk Has Art, Music and Wonderful Weather
Two openings, a rooftop movie, live music and a hands-on sculpture project headline Thursday's ArtsWalk in Downtown.
Heritage House Marks America's 250th With Special July 5 Tours
The historic Victorian home hosts its final day of the season with period music, living history and free lemonade on the lawn.
Return of 44 Cultural Objects to Morongo Band Stalled at Museum of Riverside
A missing quorum pushed back a board vote on deaccessioning 44 objects — including Cahuilla baskets collected by a Sherman Indian School superintendent — tied to the Morongo Band of Mission Indians.
Riverside's Centennial: How a Young City Marked the Nation's 100th Birthday
On July 4, 1876, a town of 1,000 threw a celebration fit for the ages — carriages, concerts, toasts and all.
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A prompt to encourage your practice of creativity this week from Riversider and local author Larry Burns.
A New Conductor Brings Pops, Patriotism and Personal Stakes to Concert for Heroes
A new conductor, a new orchestra and a pops-heavy program bring fresh energy to the July 3 concert at Riverside National Cemetery.
Fireworks Photos: The Smartphone Method
Before the show starts, most of the work is already done. Here's how to set up for fireworks photos that actually work.
Of Moths and Men
A 3.5-inch pencil in the Museum of Riverside holds the story of how the city began.
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The River In Riverside: An Unseen Inheritance
From Wanish and Qota'inat to a symbol of wealth and control, the Santa Ana River's history is also Riverside's own.