Exploring Riverside History: A Visitor's Guide to Historical Markers
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Sumi Harada: A Remarkable Woman from Riverside's Past
From internment camp survivor to beloved community leader, Sumi Harada's story is one of resilience, kindness, and lasting impact on Riverside.
Booker T. Washington and Frank Miller Tablet Unveiling Celebrated with City and Community Leaders
The crowd was charged with bringing good will back down the mountain and into the city.
Frank Miller’s Final Ride: The Union Pacific Streamliner M-10000 Rolls Through Riverside
A lifelong rail traveler, Frank A. Miller witnessed the evolution of train travel firsthand. In 1934, just a year before his passing, he embarked on one last journey—aboard the sleek, high-speed M-10000, a glimpse into the future of locomotion.
Labor of Love Brings Historic Monument Back to Rubidoux Heights
The stone wall and bench will provide a place to pause at 11th and Redwood.
Greet ‘Em with Oranges: Riverside’s Bold Welcome to the West
In the 1920s, the Riverside Chamber of Commerce turned a simple citrus gift into a nationwide sensation, greeting train passengers with fresh oranges, music, and grand spectacle.
Riverside Closes Out Black History Month Atop Mount Rubidoux with a Historic Event
A tablet commemorating Booker T. Washington’s visit to The Mount will be dedicated in a grand ceremony near the summit.
The Dickens Festival Returns Downtown to New White Park Location
The February 22nd event has a long history and deep connection with Riverside.
Booker T. Washington’s 1914 Visit to Riverside Honored with New Mount Rubidoux Tablet
A new tablet will commemorate Booker T. Washington’s visit to Mount Rubidoux, where he stood with Frank A. Miller to take in Riverside’s landscape.
IE People’s History Looking for Community Participation in Upcoming Conference
The People's History Conference is returning for its second year at CSUSB, aiming to enhance the resolution and perspectives of the Inland Empire's historical record.
Hollywood Comes to Riverside: Fox Film Shoots "David Harum" at Local Fairgrounds
Will Rogers stars in adaptation of bestselling novel, bringing 150-person crew and hiring hundreds of local extras.
Pioneer Architect's Legacy Lives on in Downtown Riverside
The Riverside Art Museum, a 1929 Julia Morgan design, highlights her legacy in community-focused architecture.