Altadena Heritage addresses its mission to raise awareness of our foothill community’s rich architectural, environmental, and cultural heritage by recognizing places that make Altadena unique. This work includes periodically designating sites and whole neighborhoods as Altadena Heritage Areas through our AHA! Program, annually celebrating gardens that give to the beauty of our streets in the Golden Poppy Awards and Garden Party, and holding other special programs that give members access to special places in our community.
Altadena Revealed Lecture Series – Writing Underfoot— Or, why Michelle Huneven sets her novels in Altadena
Friday, May 29th Join us for an evening of conversation between two friends and celebrated Altadena authors. Michelle Huneven will be joined by Michele Zack to discuss her most recent book Bug Hollow and why Altadena is such fertile ground for a novelist. RSVP Friday,...
Golden Poppy 2026 YouTube Short
Check out our latest YouTube video.
GOLDEN POPPY GARDEN RIDE
Sunday, May 31st at 9am at Triangle Park (Altadena and Lake). Folks on foot, scooters and skateboards are also welcome.
Golden Poppy Tickets now available
On Sunday, May 24th 2026 from 2-4:30pm. Active members will receive a promotion code via email for 50% savings. Location to be announced. Tickets through Eventbrite
NEWSLETTER NOW ONLINE
Active members receive a printed keepsake edition by postal mail.
ALTADENA HERITAGE SMART TALK SERIES
“Healing, Hope, and Commemoration: Artistic Responses to the Eaton Fire”
SPRINGTIME IN ALTADENA PHONE PHOTO CONTEST 2026
Share photos of Altadena’s places and residents. Submission Deadline 05/10/2026.
Altadena: Between Wilderness and City with Michele Zack
On March 26 at 7pm, join author Michele Zack for a lively discussion about her book, Altadena: Between Wilderness and City at the Pasadena Museum of History. General admission is $18 or $13 for Museum members.
Altadena Revealed 9
Itinerant Craftsman: Lessons from the Duntley-Blackburn Residence
Patron Event
Patrons+ Appreciation EventNovember 9, 2025 from 3 to 5pm Join fellow Patrons, Heritage Heroes and Altadena Angels to query board members and hear about our upcoming programs. Enjoy ice cream sundaes (non-dairy too) with all your favorite toppings. Indulge in sweet...