Cawston Ostrich Farm, Ostrich farm in South Pasadena, United States.
The nine-acre farm featured over 200 ostriches, a gift shop, and facilities for visitors to observe and interact with these massive African birds.
Edwin Cawston established the farm in 1886 by importing 52 ostriches from South Africa, with 43 birds surviving the journey to California.
The farm gained recognition as one of Southern California's first tourist destinations, attracting visitors who watched trainers ride ostriches at speeds of 35 miles per hour.
The Pacific Electric Railway constructed a Red Car trolley stop specifically to transport the numerous visitors to the farm's location in South Pasadena.
Visitors could experience ostrich cart rides and purchase feather products from the farm store, which shipped merchandise worldwide until its closure in 1935.
Location: South Pasadena
GPS coordinates: 34.11250,-118.17300
Latest update: March 3, 2025 16:11
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