Gamble House in Pasadena is an iconic Craftsman Style residence built in 1908/09 for David & Mary Gamble. Its design shows an influence from traditional Japanese aesthetics and reflects the Gambles’ attraction to the environment.
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San Bernardino de Sena Estancia was a ranch outpost of Mission San Gabriel Arcángel established around 1830 at Politana rancheria. It was staffed with one priest to reach out to and convert the Serrano & Cahuilla Native American people.
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John Temple bought the land on which Rancho Los Cerritos was built and constructed the two-story Monterey-style adobe in 1844 for his cattle operation headquarters. Jotham Bixby lived with his family in the adobe from 1866 to 1881.
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Although only in use 1855-1891, the Old Point Loma Lighthouse stands watch over the entry to San Diego Bay. Its prominent position at 422′ above sea level was an issue when the light could not be seen during periods of fog & low clouds.
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Completed in 1929, the still-functioning Santa Barbara County Courthouse was designed in the Spanish Colonial style. It is an iconic Santa Barbara landmark with its four-sided clock tower, elegant arches, and beautiful grounds and sunken garden.
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Founded in December, 1786, Mission Santa Barbara is the only mission continuously operated by the Franciscan order since its founding. It sits on a bluff overlooking Santa Barbara, an active parish church in the LA Diocese.
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Alfred Smiley joined efforts with his brother, Albert, to create a public library and adjoining park in newly incorporated Redlands. Using their own funds, the library and park were built and dedicated in 1898.
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