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Canoga Park, Los Angeles

Imagine a place in sunny California that used to be farms and now has cool neighborhoods!

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Platt Building

Platt Building

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WPA Land use survey map for the City of Los Angeles, book 3 (San Fernando Valley from Canoga Park District to Van Nuys District), sheet 31 (465)
WPA Land use survey map for the City of Los Angeles, book 3 (San Fernando Valley from Canoga Park District to Van Nuys District), sheet 12 (360)
WPA Land use survey map for the City of Los Angeles, book 3 (San Fernando Valley from Canoga Park District to Van Nuys District), sheet 16 (383)
Baist's real estate atlas of surveys of Los Angeles, California, 1921 (31382)
Pratt & Whitney Rocketdyne Division
WPA Land use survey map for the City of Los Angeles, book 3 (San Fernando Valley from Canoga Park District to Van Nuys District), sheet 33 (475)
WPA Land use survey map for the City of Los Angeles, book 3 (San Fernando Valley from Canoga Park District to Van Nuys District), sheet 28 (450)
WPA Land use survey map for the City of Los Angeles, book 3 (San Fernando Valley from Canoga Park District to Van Nuys District), sheet 16 (380)
WPA Land use survey map for the City of Los Angeles, book 3 (San Fernando Valley from Canoga Park District to Van Nuys District), sheet 2 (305)
Flying Pigeon LA's fleet of Firmstrong beach cruisers at the Canoga Park Orange Line station
Origin of the Los Angeles River in Canoga Park

Key Facts

Location
San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles, California.
Population
About 57,000 people.
Area
About 5.7 square miles.
Founded
As Owensmouth in 1912, renamed Canoga Park in 1931.
Fun Fact
It was once a town called Owensmouth before it became Canoga Park!

Where is Canoga Park?

Canoga Park is a neighborhood tucked away in a big, sunny valley called the San Fernando Valley. It's part of the super-duper big city of Los Angeles in California. Think of it like a special room in a giant house called Los Angeles. It's a place where lots of people live and play, with streets and houses and parks.

From Farms to Fun!

A long, long time ago, before you were even born, this place was covered in farms growing wheat! Then, it became a town called Owensmouth. Can you imagine a town named after a big river? Later, in 1931, it got a new name, Canoga Park, just like a town in New York. It's like giving your favorite toy a new, cool name!

What's it Like There?

Canoga Park is in a valley, which means it's surrounded by hills and mountains, like a cozy bowl. The weather there is usually warm and sunny, perfect for playing outside. It's a place where the sun shines a lot, making it a great spot for adventures and exploring. It's part of the big, exciting city of Los Angeles!

People and Places

Lots of people call Canoga Park home! They live in houses and apartments and go to school and work. It's a busy neighborhood where families live and friends meet. It’s a place that has grown and changed a lot over the years, from empty fields to a lively community. It’s a part of the amazing city of Los Angeles.

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