Altadena Heritage is dedicated to helping our community rebuild after devastating fires, focusing on fire-resilient designs and preserving the unique architectural character of our area. We aim to ensure everyone has the opportunity to rebuild and will host workshops, talks, and community events to support this effort. Join us in coming together to assist our neighbors and restore the community we cherish.
Altadena Libraries
LA Fires – Connected Wellness Critical Programs to help get our neighbors back on their feet.
Wildfire Prepared Home
The Wildfire Prepared Home designation program enables homeowners to take preventative measures for their home and yard to protect against wildfire
Fire Adapted Communities
People learning and working together are the foundation of fire adaptation. FAC Net invests in people and in place-based efforts to change relationships with fire.
National Firewise USA
Protect your home and neighborhood as well as your family’s safety. The Firewise USA® program is here to help you get started.
About AH
Membership
Owen Brown Gravesite
Altadena Heritage is a nonprofit volunteer-based advocacy organization dedicated to protecting, preserving, and raising awareness of our foothill community’s rich architectural, environmental, and cultural heritage.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 2pm to 4 pm
CORE/Hub, 2333 Lake Ave, Suite 2A
Friday, February 27, 2026, 10:30 am
Munger Research Center at the
Huntington Library – Seaver 1-2
Recent Events
Spring Garden Celebration & Golden Poppy Awards 2016
A celebration of festive food, luscious libations, mellow music, captivating conviviality … and, of course, AH’s 2016 Golden Poppy Awards, which honor Altadena residents whose water-wise street-oriented gardens enhance our neighborhoods.
Docent-led tours of the new Waldorf School campus next door, featuring its preschool and biodynamic gardens were conducted.
CSD’s Update Presentation to RPC
RPC Hearing: Altadena Community Standards District Update
320 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 – Room 150
Remote Testimony Location: Eaton Canyon Nature Center
1750 N. Altadena Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107
IMPORTANT: Portions of the Altadena CSD have been updated based on community feedback.
Charles Company Construction on Lake & Calaveras
On May 26, 2016 Altadena Heritage received notice that the County had issued a “Revocation of Approval for Site Plan” for the Charles Company construction on Lake Avenue and Calaveras Street. This means that construction on the site must stop until the developer answers the County’s questions
Parks Report
About 65 people gathered January 21 at the Community Center for a spirited public discussion about Altadena’s park needs.
Altadena Heritage Newsletters Online
Art & Artists Issue
Fall Winter
2024
Mountain View
Fall Winter
2023
Land Use Issue
Spring Summer
2023
Wildlife Issue
Fall Winter
2022
Sustainability Issue
Fall Winter
2021
Health Issue
Spring Summer
2021
Altadena Heritage Infographics
