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Catalina brief history
Prior to the modern
era the island was
inhabited by people
of the
Tongva tribe,
who also lived in
the area of
Los
Angeles, had
villages near
present day San
Pedro and
Playa del Rey, and who
regularly traveled
back and forth to
Catalina for trade.
The Tongva called
the island Pimu or
Pimungna.
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The
Catalina Casino
has been the main attraction
of
Santa Catalina
Island
entertainment and culture since it
opened in 1929. Overlooking the Avalon
landscape from its majestic setting
along the harbor, the casino exemplifies
the style and romance of
Catalina Island.
Restored to its original condition, the
Art Deco, circular icon is a stunning
reminder of Catalina’s glorious past. |
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