Local Attractions
The Richard E. Holz Conference
Center sits on the
cliffs of Rancho Palos Verdes overlooking the sparking blue waters
of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island.
The Conference Center houses The
Elftman Memorial Library - a Theological library with excellent resource materials.
The
Salvation Army Museum of the West is also located on campus
at Crestmont. Whether you schedule a tour, or would like digital
copies of some of our 3,000 historical documents, the Museum of the
West has it all.
We are conveniently located just twenty-five miles
form LAX airport and are just minutes away from Trump
National Golf Course and Wayfarer's
Chapel (a.k.a, The Glass Church) designed by Frank
Lloyd Wright. Click on the images below to go learn more about
these local favorites.
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We are also located close to hiking tails
that trek along the rugged coastline. Be sure to visit
the Lighthouse
at Point Vicente - a local treat that is sure
to please! Click on the image to the left to learn more
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Located just 26 miles across the bay
from The Salvation Army at Crestmont, you'll find historical Catalina
Island. Take the short ferry ride from San Pedro
or Long Beach or the even shorter helicopter ride and enjoy
crystal clear waters teaming with colorful marine life. Click
on the image to the right to go to the Catalina Island website.
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Another great source of information for local attractions
is The
City of Rancho Palos Verdes Parks and Recreation website. There
you will find information on some very special "hidden treasures" like Abalone
Cove Shoreline Park and Tide pools and the Point
Vicente Interpretive Center and Museum.
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