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.
We’re All Going to Die!
By Claire Smith It’s true, the inevitable will arrive for us all! So consider your heirs. To be in grief and not have any direction on where to start to settle a deceased family member’s affairs can be crippling. Think of your legacy, what can…
Altadena Now an Official “Tree City”
It all began when a member directed our attention to a home on Altadena Drive. It had changed ownership and a chainsaw massacre of magnificent mature trees soon followed. These trees provided shade and beauty, but were not legally…
Golden Poppy & Garden Party 2023 Edition
Heartfelt thanks to Mark and Carol Forbush, who graciously hosted the 20th annual Golden Poppy Awards & Garden Party in their exquisite garden. Their warm hospitality created a memorable experience for all. It was a perfect day…
Third Thursday with the Popenoe Family
Michele Zack – illustrated talk on the plant-exploring Popenoe family…
The 2023 Golden Poppy Awards and Garden Party
We invite you to join your fellow Altadena Heritage members to celebrate the…
Golden Poppy Garden Bike Tour
May 28th at 9am. Meet in Triangle Park. We are hosting a third community…
Join Us For a Drink
Meet People in Your Altadena CommunityDear New Altadena Resident, If you would like to learn more about the rich history of our little town or just want to meet some of your neighbors, we invite you to be our guests for a glass of wine at a terrific local hotspot...
Preservation Meeting Jan 2023
A County Regional Planning hearing on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 will be held to consider…
A Wonderful Holiday party!
What a lovely afternoon at the historic McNally house! Frank Mayor and Huan Gu were incredibly gracious…
Monte Cedro & Christmas Tree Lane
Altadena Heritage holds two events each year for the residents of Monte Cedro.