Pasadena Heritage: Millennial Preservationist Happy Hour
Pasadena Heritage invites you to partake in Millennial Preservationist Happy Hour! Connect with peers who are passionate about preservation and exploring fresh ideas.
Pasadena Heritage invites you to partake in Millennial Preservationist Happy Hour! Connect with peers who are passionate about preservation and exploring fresh ideas.
Experience Art Deco charm with guided walking tours and engaging lectures celebrating timeless design and history!
Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Playhouse District, spotlighting the beautiful Art Deco-inspired architecture within the Playhouse community.
Join Pasadena Heritage for an evening celebrating the legacy of Dr. Robert Winter, a renowned architectural historian and advocate for historic preservation. This year’s lecture will highlight the enduring significance of historic tile, including the iconic work of Ernest Batchelder and recent efforts to rescue and preserve these artistic treasures. Our featured speakers include: Anuja […]
Named for the Pasadena Playhouse, a renowned live theater venue since 1925, this area has been a cultural hub since the 1920s. On this walking tour, you’ll learn about some of Pasadena's first Art Deco buildings, the impact of burgeoning car culture on the city's development, and the use of decorative ceramic tiles in architecture. […]
Saturday, May 10th | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM & 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM Tickets: $36 members* | $45 nonmembers Explore in great detail a prominent factor that differentiates Pasadena's Arts & Crafts architecture from that of the Midwestern and English Arts & Crafts Movement with not one, but two Pasadena Heritage Board Members […]
Pasadena Heritage is thrilled to once again participate in the California Preservation Foundation’s Doors Open event! Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the 1906 Blinn House, an architectural treasure designed by renowned architect George Washington Maher. As the only known Maher residence west of the Mississippi, this Prairie-style home is listed on both […]
The area now known for the Pasadena Hotel & Pool and the Ice House was once one of Pasadena’s liveliest spots for “Nite-Life.” On this walking tour, we’ll explore the Catalina Villas neighborhood and step back to a time when, within just a few blocks, you could play mini golf, go bowling, catch a film […]
Pasadena Heritage presents the Churches of Pasadena Walking Tour, inviting guests to explore Playhouse Village and discover some of the city’s most architecturally significant churches. This guided experience highlights a variety of historic sanctuaries, each with its own distinct architectural style and rich history. Knowledgeable docents lead participants along a 2.5-hour walking route—just over 2 […]
Pasadena Heritage presents an evening with local photographer Jim Staub, exploring Pasadena and its surrounding communities through a fresh and considered lens. Known for his careful use of light and composition, Staub’s work reexamines both familiar landmarks and quieter, often overlooked spaces, revealing new dimensions within the everyday landscape. The program features a selection of […]
Founded in 1977, Pasadena Heritage emerged at a pivotal moment for the city. Efforts to revive a struggling local economy brought sweeping redevelopment plans that threatened historic buildings, neighborhoods, and the character of the original downtown. In response, residents organized at the grassroots level, advocating for a more thoughtful approach and ultimately helping to redefine […]
Pasadena Heritage invites the community to mark the start of National Historic Preservation Month with a reflection on the role preservation continues to play in shaping Pasadena. Established in 1977, Pasadena Heritage was born during a critical turning point for the city. Ambitious redevelopment plans sought to revive the local economy, but often at the […]
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