CWC services helping our community
Caltech History and Architectural Tour Service (CHATS)
Tours of the Historic Campus are usually given on the fourth Thursday of the academic year (September - May). Tours begin at 10:30 a.m., starting at the entrance to the Athenaeum, 551 South Hill Avenue. No tours are given during June, July, August, or December. Advance reservations required: RSVP on the CHATS website.
September 26, 2024
October 24, 2024
November 21, 2024
January 23, 2025
February 27, 2025
March 27, 2025
April 24, 2025
May 22, 2025
Press coverage: Pasadena Now June 2020 article on CHATS. If you are unable to attend one of the scheduled CHATS campus tours the Institute does offer a self-guided walking tour on this brochure.
Interested in being a CHATS docent? Since 1985, our docents have led architectural tours of the campus. Any member of the Caltech Women's Club (CWC) can join: All you need is an interest in the campus and some flexible time. CHATS has a complete script of tour material and provides individual training to new docents. Contact chats.caltech@gmail.com.
CWC Casita
The Casita is a charming little house used for biweekly playgroup social gatherings and for lending out children's clothing, toys and household items. It features a comfortable, air-conditioned seating area where families can gather. This service provided by the Caltech Women's Club along with CISC aims to support young families and build community. Contact information: Casita.CWC@gmail.com.
234 S. Catalina Avenue (rear house)
