Art, Lights, and a Festive Night
Celebrate Riverside’s vibrant art scene with free gallery access and a special photo show, all while taking in the magic of the Festival of Lights.
A winter visitor who left a lasting mark on Riverside’s landscape and history.
Riverside’s "Happy Side" campaign set out to showcase the city’s charm, foster community pride, and draw in visitors—despite some local controversy.
The Mission Inn’s tribute banner honors the World War I heroes connected to it’s history, keeping their stories alive over a century later.
Riverside’s Fairgrounds Street is a reminder of the bustling county fairgrounds that once stood beneath the 60 Freeway, hosting fairs, races, and community events starting in 1914.
Reynolds shaped Riverside’s downtown and parks with his businesses and generous contributions.
The Sherman Institute's football team, thriving in Riverside since 1902, proudly dominated the early 1900s and was celebrated as the champions of Southern California.
Carlson Bark Park is named in honor of Carl J. Carlson, a prominent figure in Riverside County scouting, and was created from a space formed by a bridge move.
In 1908, Riverside marveled at Prince Albert, a horse with astonishing tricks, trained by James Cuthbertson. Their bond was so strong that Cuthbertson declined a hefty offer to sell him, making Prince Albert a local legend.
Exhibition highlights carefree, sparkling styles of the decade.
The Rose Garden Village was created by Rev. Albert Turner to provide affordable and attractive living spaces for the elderly, with support from the Nixon family and local community leaders.
From a young cornet player in Michigan to the revered organist of Riverside’s Mission Inn, Newell Parker’s life was a symphony of service, music, and community engagement.
The San Juan Hill Bell at the Mission Inn not only adds to the hotel's eclectic charm but also commemorates a significant historical event.
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