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Wrigley Mansion

Pasadena, California

Wrigley Mansion

Originally the home of chewing gum mogul William Wrigely Jr, it is now the official offices of the Tournament of Roses.

The Mansion

Pasadena, California

Fenyes Mansion

A repository of Pasadena history.

The Gamble House

Pasadena, California

The Gamble House

A stellar example of Art & Crafts architecture, and a movie set to boot.

Ambassador College

Pasadena, California

Worldwide Church of God Historical Site

Mid-Century Modern Meets Millionaire’s Row.

Rocket Fizz
Permanently Closed

Pasadena, California

Rocket Fizz

Some of the most unusual (and in some cases, disgusting) flavors of soda imaginable.

October 2021
Permanently Closed

Pasadena, California

Luggage Room

Former 1954 Del Mar Train Station now serves signature cocktails and delightful culinary treats, and still operates as a Metro stop.

The Castle Green

Pasadena, California

The Castle Green

Where the rich wintered in Pasadena.

From their website: view of the store as you walk in.

Pasadena, California

Gold Bug

Contemporary art inspired by natural history and science drawing on ancient techniques in a modern world.

The Cool Haus Truck
Permanently Closed

Pasadena, California

Coolhaus Ice Cream

Making Ice Cream Hip Since 2008.

Interior of the pool.

Pasadena, California

The Old YWCA Building

A landmark for a trailblazer for female architects and the designer of one of the most famous and opulent buildings in California.

Pasadena City Hall Facade

Pasadena, California

Pasadena City Hall

One of Hollywood’s favorite government buildings.

"The Star Factory

Pasadena, California

Pasadena Playhouse

"The Star Factory" cranked out Hollywood stars like nobody's business.

Vroman's Storefront

Pasadena, California

Vroman's Bookstore

Colorado Boulevard’s historic bookstore, operating since the bustling city of Pasadena was merely some orange groves and a few ostrich farms.

Foothill Blvd. Milestone

Pasadena, California

Foothill Blvd. Milestone

Pasadena’s Stonehenge.

Pitcher plant

San Marino, California

Carnivorous Plants at the Huntington Gardens

Bug-devouring flora are the stars of a special wing of the glass conservatory.

Youngwood Court
Permanently Closed

Los Angeles, California

Youngwood Court

Iconic Los Angeles residence famous for its 19 statues of Michelangelo's David.

Bath house.

Los Angeles, California

Gower Gulch

The mall's looks were inspired by the cowboy extras who used to meet up—and cause real trouble—at this Hollywood hub.

19th century pump

Los Angeles, California

Los Angeles Fire Department Museum

Formerly Fire Station No. 27, the museum is a hidden gem in the heart of Hollywood.

Reggie The Alligator

Los Angeles, California

Reggie The Alligator

Raised illegally, Reggie now lives at the Los Angeles Zoo after authorities spent years tracking him down.

Welcome to Muscle Beach, home of copper toned deltoids and more!

Los Angeles, California

Muscle Beach

An historic and oft-filmed spot for musclebound iron pumpers on the Pacific coast.

Old Trapper's Lodge Statues

Los Angeles, California

Old Trapper's Lodge Statues

A wild west scene starring life-sized wooden statues hides in the trees behind Pierce College.

Ballerina Clown

Los Angeles, California

Ballerina Clown

A three-story, three-dimensional hobo clown in a tutu welcomes CVS shoppers.

Hale House

Los Angeles, California

Heritage Square Museum

Beautiful Victorian buildings from L.A.'s forgotten architectural past.

Angelus Temple

Los Angeles, California

Angelus Temple

Church and home-museum of a 1920s female revivalist preacher with a very sordid past.

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