Heart of the Neighborhood
**Heart of the Neighborhood** podcast is a community benefit project of Rose Park Neighborhood Association dedicated to highlighting the vibrant leadership and community volunteer efforts that make Long Beach, California a better place to live. Join us as we interview local neighborhood leaders and showcase innovative initiatives that address neighborhood issues and improve the quality of life for residents. Through engaging conversations, discover how effective neighborhood organizing transforms communities and empowers individuals to make a difference.
Our podcast aims to educate and inspire residents by sharing the resources and the process that have driven positive changes in Long Beach neighborhoods. Whether you're looking to get involved or simply want to learn about the impactful work happening around you, "**Heart of the Neighborhood**" provides the insights and motivation to engage with your local community and become an active participant in its growth and improvement.
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Heart of the Neighborhood
Cal Heights: 100 Years of Architectural Charm and History
Among the 18 designated historic districts, California Heights Neighborhood is the largest historical district in Long Beach with the oldest home built in 1905. This year, California Heights Neighborhood celebrates 100 years of architectural charm and history.
Listen as we talk with Manny Valenzuela of California Heights Neighborhood Association, a volunteer-led nonprofit organization working to promote public knowledge and preservation of historic and architectural resources.
We acknowledge that California Heights resides on the traditional territory occupied by the Tongva people who were the area's original residents prior to the arrival of European colonizers.
Resources:
California Heights Website
California Heights History
Long Beach Heritage
City of Long Beach Historic Preservation
City of Long Beach Historic District Design Guidelines
Cultural Heritage Commission
Long Beach Historic Districts
City of Long Beach Housing and Neighborhood Services
List of Long Beach Neighborhood Groups
Long Beach Gives