Santa Monica Pier

Now a world-famous recreation area, the city of Santa Monica, California originally constructed the Santa Monica Pier in 1909 to carry sewage lines out past the breakers.

In 1922, inspired by the pier's popularity as a fishing and recreation destination, ...

The Santa Monica Pier Carousel

The Hippodrome (also known as the "Carousel Building") was built in 1916 by famous carousel carver Charles I.D. Looff. Its unique combination of Byzantine, Moorish, and California design made it easily identifiable among the festive, eclectic architecture of Santa Monica ...

Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica Landmark

The Santa Monica Pier was built in phases between 1908 and 1916. It originally consisted of a Municipal Pier for strolling and fishing and a Pleasure Pier for amusements. The Hippodrome was constructed in 1916 to house ...