The beloved mockumentary sitcom about the parks department of a small Indiana town was filmed in Los Angeles, where Pasadena’s city hall became the heart of fictional Pawnee.
Where was Parks and Recreation filmed?
Parks and Recreation was filmed in Los Angeles, and set in Indiana.
Every Parks and Recreation location, explained
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Pawnee City Hall – Pasadena
The city hall used Pasadena City Hall near Los Angeles.
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The studios – Los Angeles
Interiors were built at studios in Los Angeles.
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Indiana – establishing shots
Some establishing shots used towns in Indiana.
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A small-town parks office
The story follows the parks department of fictional Pawnee.
Planning a visit
Los Angeles and Pasadena – the show’s real home – are accessible.
Parks and Recreation Fun Facts
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Indiana filmed in LA The Indiana-set sitcom was made in Los Angeles.
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Pawnee The show is set in the fictional town of Pawnee, Indiana.
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Leslie Knope Amy Poehler stars as the tireless Leslie Knope.
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A mockumentary The show uses a documentary-style format.
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A cult favourite The sitcom became a much-loved comedy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Parks and Recreation filmed?
In Los Angeles, and set in Indiana.
Is it set in Los Angeles?
No – it’s set in Pawnee, Indiana, but filmed in LA.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Pasadena City Hall is accessible.
Who stars in it?
Amy Poehler.
When did it start?
2009.
