Pasadena Heritage: Explore Historic Architecture in the Playhouse Village
The Pasadena Playhouse Historic District includes approximately 34 buildings that tell the story of Pasadena’s eastward growth in the 1920s and 1930s, as the city shifted from its agricultural roots into a center of tourism, culture, and design. This period of development brought a mix of architectural styles that still define the district today, most notably Art Deco, Spanish Colonial Revival, and Mediterranean Revival.
This walking tour takes a closer look at how these styles came together during a moment of real growth and change in Pasadena. Along the way, we’ll stop at landmarks like the Scottish Rite Cathedral, the United Artists Theatre, and the Warner Building, along with other buildings that reflect the energy and optimism of the period.
Join Pasadena Heritage as they explore how architecture and development shaped this district, looking at both the original vision for the area and how it continues to evolve today.
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