Glenn Wenzel is a board member of the Riverside Historical Society, the Friends of Mount Rubidoux and the Riverside County Heritage Association. He is the author of two books on Mount Rubidoux.
Constructed as the longest concrete bridge in the world in 1904, Riverside’s Railroad Bridge not only transformed local transportation but also became a landmark of architectural beauty.
Riverside’s 1924 Fourth of July celebration was a spectacle of civic pride and joy, featuring the grand opening of Lake Evans, a gem in the heart of Fairmount Park.
Explore the impact of the man behind the name of Riverside’s first park, a partner in the dream of the Mt. Rubidoux Hotel, and a pioneer in early transportation initiatives.
At the heart of Riverside’s bustling transit system, Magnolia Tower once stood as a pivotal junction, orchestrating the flow of streetcars, trains, and automobiles through the growing city.
In 1933, Riverside's streets burst into vibrant citrus pride with the Navel Orange Pageant Parade, an ambitious attempt to rival Pasadena’s famed Tournament of Roses.
Celebrated as a feat of engineering and a symbol of community effort, Victoria Bridge has traversed the challenges of time to serve Riverside's evolving transportation needs.
When Riverside's Victoria Bridge opened in 1891, it not only connected geographically divided communities but also marked a pivotal moment in the city's urban development.
Through her leadership in Riverside's earliest women's clubs and the historical society, Mary Elizabeth Darling shaped not just the narrative of a city but also the preservation of its most cherished landmarks.
Beyond the gathering of thousands at Mount Rubidoux each Easter, Dr. Henry van Dyke's poem 'God of the Open Air' weaves a deeper connection between nature, faith, and the Riversiders on the mountain.
A photograph from the Riverside Main Library archives reveals more than just a moment; it points toward the dramatic story of a local business bidding farewell.
Riverside's Seventh Street, once lined with the shade of historic pergolas, tells a story of ambition, community effort, and the challenges of preserving a visionary's dream
From the arrival of the first passenger train in 1885 to the repurposing of its historic depots, the Santa Fe Railroad, once the lifeline of Riverside's citrus golden age, left a legacy in its wake.
