Whittier was first settled in 1887 and is only 12 miles southeast of Los Angeles. It had a massive population increase after World War II, followed by another growth spurt in the 1990´s. 

                   
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Most of the first settlers of Whittier followed the Quaker religion.  The city is named after John Greenleaf Whittier, a Quaker poet.  The dedication poem he wrote is featured in the Whittier museum, on a park statue, and another statue near City Hall.

Whittier is also home to Pio Pico State Historic Park, which is named after the last governor of Mexican California. The park is home to one of California´s last remaining 19th century structures.

Whittier has everything you need for your wedding day. To make your search easier, we found everything from wedding venues to favors. You can have an intimate ceremony at the woodsy Friendly Hills Country Club and feast on a themed candy buffet from Couture Candy Shoppe, or have your reception at Swiss Park Banquet Center and enjoy a traditional wedding cake provided by the in house catering staff.

There are approximately 278 sunny days a year in Whittier, so the chances of having beautiful weather for your wedding makes this city an excellent choice. January can be a bit chilly, so plan accordingly if you want a winter wedding.