Caltech Modern Campus Tour with Councilmember Jason Lyon

TheCity of Pasadena Department of Transportationis committed to achieving the safe, efficient and convenient movement of people and goods within Pasadena, while concurrently ensuring a balance between land use and transportation to maintain a livable community in which cars are not necessary to travel within the city.Day Oneis a community-based nonprofit organization with more than a 30-year history of providing effective, high quality and culturally-sensitive public health education, intervention, and policy development in the San Gabriel Valley. We believe In building vibrant, healthy cities by advancing public health, empowering youth, and igniting change.Pasadena Complete Streets Coalitionis an all-volunteer group working for cleaner, healthier, sustainable, and more inclusive transportation and planning solutions in Pasadena.

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The Caltech History &amp; Architectural Tour Service will take you on a tour of the north campus with a focus on its modern buildings.

Chen Neuroscience Research Building

Walktober Pasadena 2025

Walktober is a month-long series of walking events in Pasadena, sponsored by the City of Pasadena Department of Transportation. Day One and the Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition are the primary organizers with numerous partner groups and volunteers.

The Caltech History &amp; Architectural Tour Service (CHATS) will take you on a tour of the northern part of the Caltech campus with a focus on its modern buildings. The tour will be of building exteriors only, guided by knowledgeable and experienced CHATS docents.Important note: The Chen Neuroscience Research building is located on the northwest corner of campus at the corner of Del Mar and Wilson.This tour will be available in English and Spanish. <ul><li>Total distance will be approximately 1.5 miles.</li><li>We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, sunblock, and a hat.</li><li>We also recommend bringing water and a snack.</li></ul>Please register in advance to help us anticipate the number of attendees. <ul><li>We encourage walking, biking or taking transit to all Walktober events. Check the <a href="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/pasadena-transit/" title="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/pasadena-transit/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Pasadena Transit </a>and <a href="https://www.metro.net/" title="https://www.metro.net/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Metro</a> websites for transit options. <a href="http://google.com/maps" title="http://google.com/maps" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Google maps</a> walking and biking directions can also be helpful.</li><li>City installed bike racks are available at or near the start location.</li><li>Street parking is available at or near the start location. Check the parking signs for restrictions or pay options.</li><li>There is free parking across the street (341 S. Wilson Ave.) in a Caltech parking structure. Park in any unreserved parking spot; no permit required on Saturdays.</li></ul><a href="http://www.parking.caltech.edu/" title="http://www.parking.caltech.edu/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.parking.caltech.edu</a> For accessibility information and requests, contact (626) 744-7311 or <a href="mailto:CSC@cityofpasadena.net" title="mailto:CSC@cityofpasadena.net" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CSC@cityofpasadena.net</a>.​Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability. This event is part of Walktober Pasadena 2025, made possible by the<a href="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/transportation/" title="https://www.cityofpasadena.net/transportation/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> City of Pasadena Department of Transportation</a>, <a href="http://godayone.org" title="http://godayone.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Day One</a>, and the <a href="https://www.pasadenacsc.org/" title="https://www.pasadenacsc.org/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Pasadena Complete Streets Coalition</a>.