Visiting... with Huell Howser
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Visiting... with Huell Howser

1993
19 seasons
478 episodes

Visiting... with Huell Howser is a human-interest documentary series that highlights the cultural diversity, hidden landmarks, and local history of communities throughout Southern California. Hosted by Huell Howser in his signature conversational, single-camera style, each episode features visits to neighborhood businesses, grassroots museums, and regional institutions. Through casual interviews with everyday residents, the series preserves the unique stories, traditions, and changing landscapes of the Southland.

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Seasons

  • Ep 1

    1.Jefferson & La Brea

    09-01-199328 min

    In the series premiere, Huell takes a walking tour of the Los Angeles neighborhood surrounding the intersection of Jefferson Boulevard and La Brea Avenue. Guided by a local residen...

  • Ep 2

    2.Koreatown

    16-01-199329 min

    Huell spends the day exploring the vibrant cultural landscape of Koreatown in Los Angeles. He tours local neighborhood markets, drops into community institutions, and sits down wit...

  • Ep 3

    3.Adult School

    04-08-199227 min

    Huell Howser visits the Garfield School's Eastside Learning Center, an educational hub serving adult learners. The episode highlights a diverse student body ranging in age from 18...

  • Ep 4

    4.Roman Genn

    18-01-199328 min

    Huell introduces viewers to Roman Genn, a highly talented political cartoonist who recently immigrated to Southern California from Russia. The episode explores Genn's artistic proc...

  • Ep 5

    5.Beverly Hills Dog Show

    14-02-199328 min

    Huell travels to the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena to spend a day at the annual Kennel Club of Beverly Hills Dog Show. The episode highlights a wide variety of pedigree dog bre...

  • Ep 6

    6.Senior Friends Day

    21-02-199327 min

    Huell Howser visits Macy Elementary School in La Habra to attend their annual Senior Friends Day event. The episode highlights multi-generational connections as students invite the...

  • Ep 7

    7.Whittier Boulevard

    13-08-199326 min

    Huell travels to East Los Angeles to explore the cultural and commercial significance of the historic Whittier Boulevard corridor. The episode features conversations with neighborh...

  • Ep 8

    8.Angels Flight Preview

    13-03-199328 min

    Long before its formal reopening, Huell secures an exclusive look at the early storage and restoration efforts surrounding the iconic Angels Flight funicular railway cars. He chats...

  • Ep 9

    9.Watts Tour

    06-04-199328 min

    Huell rides the Metro Blue Line with members of the Los Angeles Conservancy to the Watts neighborhood. Upon arrival, young docents from the Watts Towers Arts Center guide Huell on...

  • Ep 10

    10.West Adams

    01-02-199328 min

    Huell Howser takes a guided historic architectural tour of the West Adams neighborhood in Los Angeles. The episode showcases the preservation efforts of the community and features...

  • Ep 11

    11.Bullocks Wilshire

    01-04-199328 min

    Huell Howser visits the historic Bullocks Wilshire building on Wilshire Boulevard just days before the landmark department store officially closes its doors. The episode features i...

  • Ep 12

    12.Little India

    04-06-199327 min

    Huell Howser visits the neighborhood of Little India in Artesia, California. Accompanied by a local guide, the episode tours the vibrant district's traditional clothing stores, spe...

  • Ep 14

    14.Iranian New Year

    18-07-199326 min

    Huell travels to Mason Park in Irvine to participate in an outdoor Iranian New Year (Norooz) celebration. The episode highlights cultural heritage through traditional music and dan...

  • Ep 15

    15.Trees

    16-05-199327 min

    Huell explores regional nature preservation by first visiting the historic Orange Grove at California State University, Northridge, one of the last remaining agricultural groves in...

  • Ep 16

    16.Street Lights

    23-05-199327 min

    Huell takes a tour examining the urban history of Los Angeles public infrastructure. The episode highlights the famous "Vermonica" street lamp art installation in East Hollywood be...

  • Ep 18

    18.Braille Garden

    14-08-199326 min

    Huell spends an inspiring day learning about adaptive horticulture programs sponsored by the Braille Institute. The episode profiles two blind gardeners as they share their persona...

  • Ep 19

    19.Libraries

    18-07-199327 min

    Huell explores the historic significance and community role of local public library systems amidst city-wide branch budget cuts. The episode features a poignant tour alongside coun...

  • Ep 20

    20.Hollywood Farmers Market

    25-07-199327 min

    Huell Howser visits the vibrant Hollywood Farmers Market on Ivar Street. The episode explores the outdoor marketplace as California farmers and local merchants showcase fresh regio...

  • Ep 21

    21.Echo Park

    26-08-199326 min

    Huell Howser spends the day touring Echo Park in Los Angeles. Assisted by an assortment of local residents, the episode provides an insider's look at the neighborhood's history, di...

  • Ep 22

    22.Gardens

    29-08-199327 min

    Huell explores two distinct regional green spaces in Southern California. The first segment features a tour of the Japanese Garden situated at the Tillman Water Reclamation Plant,...

  • Ep 23

    23.San Pedro Birthday Party

    01-09-199326 min

    Huell attends a unique celebration at Berth 95 in San Pedro for retired longshoreman and accomplished banjo mentor Eddie Lowe's 85th birthday. The episode explores Lowe's musical l...

  • Ep 24

    24.Fire Station 35

    03-08-199226 min

    Huell travels to Los Angeles Fire Station 35 on Hillhurst Avenue in Los Angeles. He meets with the local firefighters to provide viewers with a firsthand, behind-the-scenes look at...

  • Ep 25

    25.Canter's

    21-11-199326 min

    Huell Howser visits the historic Canter's Delicatessen on Fairfax Avenue in Los Angeles. The episode highlights the deli's rich history, its famous traditional Jewish comfort food,...

  • Ep 26

    26.Central Library Opening

    03-10-199327 min

    Huell joins tens of thousands of community members to celebrate the grand reopening celebration of the Los Angeles Central Library. The episode interviews library workers and patro...

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