Over the years many cinematic iterations of the novel “The Virginian” have been created and our hosts Bill West and E.J. Stephens are here to share a special one. They’ll be taking us through the original 1914 silent film that was partly shot here in the Santa Clarita Valley. After getting weary of the high altitude in Palomar Mountain near San Diego, the production crew decided to move things up to our very own Newhall. Keep your eyes open for familiar areas, particularly in the beginning of the film that was shot in Railroad Avenue.

We hope you enjoy this trip back to 1914 Santa Clarita and see how many Newhall landmarks you can spot!

Disclaimer

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