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Featured Object
Image: Boys at the Pasadena Preventorium taking shower after sun bathing, circa 1925. (Special Collections: Pasadena Preventorium, PP-17-2).
The Pasadena Preventorium, located at 794 West Mariposa during the 1920s and 30s, was billed as "an open-air, twenty-four hour school for the care and up-building of boys from the ages of six to fourteen years, suffering from malnutrition or general debility." The boys generally stayed for at least six months undergoing a treatment consisting of rest, fresh air, sun baths, a well-balanced diet, and corrective exercises.
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About the Museum
Founded in 1924 to preserve and share the rich history, art, and
culture of Pasadena and neighboring communities, Pasadena Museum of
History has developed into one of the country's premiere institutions
of its size. PMH is an independent nonprofit cultural institution
funded by generous gifts from foundations, corporations, businesses,
individuals, and our members.
The
Mission of the Museum is to promote an appreciation of history,
culture, arts, and sciences relevant to Pasadena and adjoining
communities.
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Our e-calendar, available to Members and Non-Members alike, is designed to keep
our supporters informed about happenings and upcoming events at Pasadena Museum
of History.
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Featured Event
 Gilded Holidays - Exhibition Decorating Tour and Tea at The Raymond RestaurantThursdays, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 12:15 pm
Enjoy the beauty and history of V ictorian/Edwardian-style holiday decor as trained docents tour you through the Pasadena Patron exhibition at PMH, which will be gilded to the rafters for the holiday season. Stories of long-ago holiday celebrations - Pasadena-style - will share the spotlight with details of the decorating styles of the early 1900s that were the genesis of so many of today's cherished traditions.
Complete the festive afternoon with a special Holiday Tea at The Raymond Restaurant (1250 S. Fair Oaks), originally the caretaker's cottage of the famed Raymond Hotel.
Tickets: Tour: $4 Museum Members; $8 Non-Members; Tea: $25 (payable at restaurant). Advance reservations required: please call 626.577.1660, ext. 15.
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Current Exhibition
 Pasadena Patron: The Life & Legacy of Eva Scott Fenyes
Wed - Sun, Noon to 5:00 pm
In an era when well-to-do families took a special interest in creating significant and valuable collections, Pasadena's Eva Scott Fenyes devoted her discriminating tastes, vast knowledge, and ample funds to surround herself with furniture, textiles, china, silver, and art. The Fenyes Mansion is filled with art and antiques assembled by Eva and her second husband, Dr. Adalbert Fenyes, from their travels worldwide.
Pasadena Patron offers an in-depth examination of the life and legacy of one of early Pasadena's most prominent and influential women. Themes covered in this special exhibition include Fenyes family history, Eva as an art patron and watercolorist, the influence of Europe and the East Coast on her collection, and the social milieu she created here in Pasadena. Exhibition highlights include items from the Fenyes collection never before on public display.
Be sure to see the exhibit during the month of December. It will be decked out for the holidays!
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Upcoming Events
 Champagne & Sugar Cookies Reception for Members Sunday, December 5, 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Museum members are invited to a festive holiday reception complete with delicious treats and sparkling libations. Our special guest is none other than Father Christmas, who will share tales of Christmases past. Guests can also enjoy the Pasadena Patron exhibition, dressed for the season in gilded splendor, and take advantage of member discounts in the Museum Store.
Tickets: Free; Museum Members only. RSVP to 626.577.1660, ext. 11 or mturner@pasadenahistory.org.
 This event is supported in part with funds received from the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Foundation.
Image: Detail of Gingerbread Lane; Courtesy of the Archives, Pasadena Museum of History, Pasadena Star-News Collection.
 Sunny Tales from Around the World: Children's Storytime with Sunny Stevenson
Wednesday, December 8, 10:30 am at San Rafael Branch of the Pasadena Public Library, 1240 Nithsdale Rd., Pasadena 91105
PMH is pleased to present a monthly storytelling series in collaboration with the Pasadena Public Library, San Rafael branch. Every month, the Museum's beloved storyteller, Sunny Stevenson, enthralls her listeners with stories from her vast repertoire of tales from around the world. This month Sunny will be telling Winter stories. Please join us!
Tickets: Free; no reservations required.
Visit our website for information on more December events.
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