CASA DE GOVERNOR PÍO PICO

Historical Landmark

Description:
Following the Mexican War, Pío Pico, last Mexican governor, acquired 9,000-acre Rancho Paso de Bartolo and built here an adobe home that was destroyed by the floods of 1883-1884. His second adobe casa, now known as Pío Pico Mansion, represents a compromise between Mexican and American cultures. While living here the ex-Governor was active in the development of American California.

Registration Date: 1/31/1934

Location:
Whittier
County: Los Angeles

Directions:
Pio Pico State Historic Park, 6003 Pioneer Blvd, Whittier

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