Fontana, California is a city located in the Inland Empire area of Southern California that has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century.
The area that is now Fontana was originally inhabited by the Tongva and Serrano tribes, who were later displaced by European settlers in the late 18th century. In 1913, the Fontana Development Company was formed to develop the area and the city of Fontana was officially incorporated in 1952.
During the early 20th century, the area was primarily agricultural, with a focus on citrus and fruit farming. However, after World War II, the city experienced a population boom as soldiers returned to the area and the demand for housing increased.
In the 1960s and 1970s, Fontana experienced another period of growth as the steel industry in the area expanded. The city's economy was heavily dependent on the steel industry, and when it began to decline in the 1980s, the city's economy struggled.
In recent years, Fontana has undergone a period of revitalization, with a focus on community development, economic growth, and infrastructure improvements. Today, the city is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, diverse population, and its proximity to major cities such as Los Angeles and San Bernardino.
In terms of culture, Fontana has a strong sense of community and the city has a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Fontana Days Parade and Festival, the Fontana International Friendship Festival and the Fontana Arts Festival.
A historical image of Fontana
The area that is now Fontana was originally inhabited by the Tongva and Serrano tribes, who were later displaced by European settlers in the late 18th century. In 1913, the Fontana Development Company was formed to develop the area and the city of Fontana was officially incorporated in 1952.
During the early 20th century, the area was primarily agricultural, with a focus on citrus and fruit farming. However, after World War II, the city experienced a population boom as soldiers returned to the area and the demand for housing increased.
In the 1960s and 1970s, Fontana experienced another period of growth as the steel industry in the area expanded. The city's economy was heavily dependent on the steel industry, and when it began to decline in the 1980s, the city's economy struggled.
In recent years, Fontana has undergone a period of revitalization, with a focus on community development, economic growth, and infrastructure improvements. Today, the city is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, diverse population, and its proximity to major cities such as Los Angeles and San Bernardino.
In terms of culture, Fontana has a strong sense of community and the city has a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, such as the Fontana Days Parade and Festival, the Fontana International Friendship Festival and the Fontana Arts Festival.
A historical image of Fontana