Architectural styles and vocabulary - Queen Anne, Four Square, Regency Revival, Neoclassical - can feel mind-boggling at first glance.

This guided walking tour offers a clear and engaging introduction to the chronology of Pasadena’s architectural styles and how they evolved alongside the city itself.

The Governor Markham Landmark District, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the City of Pasadena and a remarkable concentration of architect-designed homes representing a wide range of styles. Incorporated as a city in 1886, Pasadena’s growth is reflected block by block in this district, where 94 percent of the residences were constructed between 1891 and 1933. Designated as an official Landmark District in 2006 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2012 - nominated by Pasadena Heritage.

This neighborhood offers a vivid, walkable timeline of the city’s architectural development.

Available Tour Times: 10am, 10:30am, 11am, and 5pm

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