Category: Whittier History
The Whittier Public Library is one of my personal favorites. My six month baby boy is currently working on a project called 1000 books before kindergarten. The library was recently renovated and it is beautiful. They have so many useful tools for all ages. A homework center with an online live tutoring program. An SAT/ACT […]
Don Pío de Jesús Pico was a Californio politician, ranchero, and entrepreneur, famous for serving as the last governor of Alta California under Mexican rule. A member of the prominent Pico family of California, he was one of the wealthiest men in California at the time and a hugely influential figure in Californian society, continuing […]
The Whittier Museum was opened to the public in 1983. It is run by the Whittier Historical Society to collect, preserve, and share the city’s first 100 years history. During a visit, you’ll see many exhibits, including a Victorian Cottage from the early years of the 20th century, a display showcasing the life of Richard […]
Whittier is a small city of about 87,000 people situated in Los Angeles County, California The city is known for its surrounding scenery. Just walking through the historic neighborhoods with beautiful, tree-lined streets and early 20th-century Spanish Colonial Revival houses is an experience in itself. Whittier is home to about 50 historical landmarks, a specialty boutique shopping area, 19 parks, and several hiking and biking trails.
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