December 13, 2025
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Travel
CHAFFEY-GARCIA HOUSE
The city's second oldest house was built in 1874 by Joseph Garcia, a retired Portuguese sea captain, at what was then the intersection of the Santa Fe Trail and Mission Road. Sold to Etiwanda founder George B. Chaffey in 1831, it became the cornerstone of the Etiwanda townsite laid out by the Chaffey brothers. The first electric light west of the Rocky Mountains shone from this house in 1982 and it was also where the first long distance telephone call in California took place. The house was relocated from its previous location on April 24, 1985 due to the efforts of the Etiwanda Historical Society, Lewis Homes, the William Lyon Co. and the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
Hotel
Comfort Inn Fontana
13500 Baseline Ave, Fontana, CA 909-463-5900
For those traveling in, a great option nearby is Comfort Inn Fontana. It is a short distance from the venue. We don't have a reserved room block, so feel free to book directly with the hotel or explore other options nearby!
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