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History
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Exploring Riverside History: A Visitor's Guide to Historical Markers
Online database catalogs more than 100 sites within 10 miles of Downtown.
Sumi Harada: A Remarkable Woman from Riverside's Past
From internment camp survivor to beloved community leader, Sumi Harada's story is one of resilience, kindness, and lasting impact on Riverside.
Booker T. Washington and Frank Miller Tablet Unveiling Celebrated with City and Community Leaders
The crowd was charged with bringing good will back down the mountain and into the city.
Frank Millerās Final Ride: The Union Pacific Streamliner M-10000 Rolls Through Riverside
A lifelong rail traveler, Frank A. Miller witnessed the evolution of train travel firsthand. In 1934, just a year before his passing, he embarked on one last journeyāaboard the sleek, high-speed M-10000, a glimpse into the future of locomotion.
Greet āEm with Oranges: Riversideās Bold Welcome to the West
In the 1920s, the Riverside Chamber of Commerce turned a simple citrus gift into a nationwide sensation, greeting train passengers with fresh oranges, music, and grand spectacle.
Booker T. Washingtonās 1914 Visit to Riverside Honored with New Mount Rubidoux Tablet
A new tablet will commemorate Booker T. Washingtonās visit to Mount Rubidoux, where he stood with Frank A. Miller to take in Riversideās landscape.
Hollywood Comes to Riverside: Fox Film Shoots "David Harum" at Local Fairgrounds
Will Rogers stars in adaptation of bestselling novel, bringing 150-person crew and hiring hundreds of local extras.
Riverside in 1924
As we enter 2025, we look back 100 years to Riverside in December 1924, offering a glimpse of life through local businesses, entertainment, and everyday purchases.
The Anchorage Park Inn: Riversideās Winter Escape, Now a Memory
Once a haven for winter travelers, the Anchorage Park Inn served as a retreat in Riversideās orange groves before fading into history.
Charles Loring: From Minneapolis to Mount Rubidoux
A winter visitor who left a lasting mark on Riversideās landscape and history.
Remembering āThe Happy Side Is RiversideāCampaign
Riversideās "Happy Side" campaign set out to showcase the cityās charm, foster community pride, and draw in visitorsādespite some local controversy.
Banner of Bravery: Mission Innās Tribute to WWI Heroes
The Mission Innās tribute banner honors the World War I heroes connected to itās history, keeping their stories alive over a century later.