Day 68 of 365

The Chinese Memorial Pavilion

The Chinese Memorial Pavilion
The Pavilion is a memorial to the early Chinese pioneers, including those from Jiangmen, Riverside’s sister city and the home of the Chinese citrus industry, who contributed to the development of agriculture transportation and commerce in Riverside and Southern California. Funded by the Republic of China (Taiwan), the City of Riverside and the non-profit Chinese Pavilion Committee, it is located on the grounds of the Riverside Public Library.
This memorial really stood out because it was surrounded by Spanish Colonial and Renaissance Revival-style buildings.
This is another photo from my Riverside day trip.
Quote of the Day: 
“I want American history taught. Unless I’m in that book, you’re not in it either. History is not a procession of illustrious people. It’s about what happens to a people. Millions of anonymous people is what history is about.”
James Baldwin (U.S. writer, 1924-1987)

 

Day 67 of 365

First Congregational Church of Riverside

First Congregational Church of Riverside is a historic landmark built in 1912. The church is designed in the Spanish Colonial Revival style by Myron Hunt. The brick building also features a concrete tower designed by Henry Jekel. The first services were held on December 24, 1913. Sunday worship services are still offered here at 10am.

Riverside Historic site plaque

Quote of the Day:
When you are looking in the mirror, you are looking at the problem. But, remember, you are also looking at the solution. – Anonymous