Parks > Charles White Park
Charles White Park
77 Mountain View Street
Altadena, CA 91001
Map and Driving Directions
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Do Not Miss This!
Current/Upcoming events
Programs and Activities at Work
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Park Telephone:
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(626) 794-3807 Or (626) 398-5452
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District Office:
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(626) 798-1173
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For Park Reservations
Please Call:
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(800) CO-PARKS (26-72757)
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Park Telephone:
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(626) 794-3807 Or (626) 398-5452
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Park Hours:
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Sunrise to Sunset
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Charles White Park was dedicated on October 29, 1990, the Altadenian Newspaper held a contest to name the new park and subsequently voted on by the community chose Charles White, a nationally famous black artist who served as Chair of the Drawing Department of the Otis Art Institute in Los Angeles in the 1960’s and 70’s. He actively supported and exhibited his work at many of the Outdoor Art Festivals, gaining credibility and community recognition for many of the black artist of the Altadena area. The park consists of 5 acres of parkland with eight oak and sixty shade trees.
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Park Features
• Multipurpose Field Suitable for Soccer and Other Turf Sports
• Picnic and BBQ Areas
• Children’s Play Areas (2)
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Special Events:
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| Summer Showcase & Community BBQ
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| Learn about park programs and enjoy wonderful food and entertainment!
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| Charles S. Farnsworth Park
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| 568 E. Mount Curve
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| Altadena, CA
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| All ages
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| August 16, 2009 2:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.
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| Fee: FREE
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