Palms, Presidents and Pepper Trees
The story behind Magnolia Avenue's grand design, its presidential cross streets and the settlers who made it Southern California's most celebrated boulevard.
The story behind Magnolia Avenue's grand design, its presidential cross streets and the settlers who made it Southern California's most celebrated boulevard.
A devastating misread order led to a high-speed collision between two trains on the Salt Lake Route, killing two and injuring six. Over a century later, echoes of the crash still reverberate through Riverside’s rail history.
The Mission Inn Foundation's new walking tour invites visitors to discover local history, from pioneers to influential figures across eras and social classes, told directly from the gravesides at the often-overlooked Olivewood Cemetery.
Before Mount Rubidoux became Frank A. Miller’s lasting legacy, he helped create Chemawa Park—a lively hub of polo matches, zoo animals, and community events that once stood where a middle school now serves Riverside’s youth.
The celebrated opera singer returned home from Europe to perform at Mount Rubidoux’s Easter Sunrise Services, becoming a beloved part of the city’s holiday tradition.
Once a haven for winter travelers, the Anchorage Park Inn served as a retreat in Riverside’s orange groves before fading into history.
A historical presentation by Dave Stolte followed by a more casual gathering makes for a unique holiday experience.
From vintage vendors to modern markets, Riverside continues a 120-year tradition of holiday festivities
Growing up in the 1950s I remember my first train set, a Lionel steam locomotive that I ran around an
Riverside's Public Library has come a long way from its origins in John W. North's parlor.
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