What’s that smell (Photos -AHS, Graphics Dept.)
Join Alhambra Historical Society at 7:00 pm on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at the Alhambra Masonic Center for a presentation entitled “What’s That Smell? Flushing Out the History of Alhambra’s Sewer Farm” given by Heather Goers, Senior Architectural Historian at Historic Resources Group.
By Joyce Amaro
Established in 1887, Alhambra’s Sewer Farm – located at present-day Almansor Park – utilized “broad irrigation” to treat sewage from Pasadena. It was more than 500 acres in size and known for its more than 100 acres of walnut and citrus trees. We’ll explore why this location was selected, how waste was processed and used, and what happened when Alhambrans decided they just couldn’t take it any longer.
The presentation will take place at the Alhambra Masonic Center, 9 West Woodward Avenue, Alhambra, CA 91801. The event is free to the general public and light refreshments will be served.
Parking is available onsite and on adjacent streets.
Flushing Out Alhambra’s Sewer Farm History April 27 7:00 pm Location Alhambra Masonic Center 9 West Woodward Avenue Alhambra, CA 91801
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