Michael Patris, author of Mount Lowe Railway, will present a slide show and talk about the history of Altadena’s famous “railway to the clouds.” Built by Civil War balloonist Thaddeus S. C. Lowe and opened with great fanfare on July 4, 1893, the Mount Lowe Incline Railway was hailed as “Earth’s Grandest Mountain Ride.” 

This event is jointly sponsored by the Altadena Historical Society and the Friends of the Altadena Library.  Although many have paid to hear this enthralling program, the presentation will be free to all.  Please note that in order to accommodate an expected large audience, the presentation will take place at the Altadena Community Center located at 730 East Altadena Drive.