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Image: A movable billboard advertising the 1930 Columbia Pictures remake of D.W. Griffiths' Tol'able David, which played at the Fox Pasadena Theater on West Colorado Boulevard (now the site of Crate and Barrel). (Scrapbook Vol. 197)
The golden age of motion pictures and theaters is documented in an intriguing scrapbook in the Archives. Lester Clark, the manager of several Pasadena movie theaters during the 1930s, collected materials relating to the exhibition, promotion, and advertising of motion pictures. The scrapbook contains publicity photos of major studio previews, programs, promotional giveaways, and other movie ephemera. Photos show stars such as Tyrone Power, Robert Young, John Wayne, Frances Dee, Joe E. Brown, and the life-size head of King Kong making personal appearances at theaters in Pasadena.
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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
Mount Lowe Railway - Then & Now: Illustrated Lecture and Book Signing Tuesday, March 20, 7:30 pm Mount Lowe Railway - Then & Now is Michael Patris' third and final book about Mount Lowe for Arcadia Publishing. Co-authored with photographer Steve Crise, this work takes a look back via comparative photography at what was once "Earth's Grandest Mountain Ride." Today thousands hike the dusty, strenuous Sam Merrill Trail into the Angeles National Forest every year, but many do not know the significance of the railroad's remains or appreciate that the area once was a coveted tourist destination. Michael Patris guest curated the Mount Lowe exhibition for PMH in 2009. Books will be available for purchase. Doors open at 6:30 pm for a wine and cheese reception and viewing the exhibition galleries. Tickets: Members $10; Non-Members $15. Reservations suggested; please call 626.577.1660, ext. 10.
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Upcoming Exhibition
NEW - Contemporary Masters, Artistic Eden III Kathryn Beynon Foundation Exhibition Hall
Wed - Sun, Noon to 5:00 pm; Opens March 9 at ArtNight Contemporary Masters, Artistic Eden III, an invitational, juried fine art exhibition, opens to the public at PMH on ArtNight, Friday March 9, from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. The third biannual exhibition featuring scenes of the greater San Gabriel Valley by nationally recognized representational artists will remain on display in the Kathryn Beynon Foundation Exhibition Hall at PMH through Sunday, July 29, 2012. Over 200 nationally recognized representational artists were invited to create artworks reflecting scenes of Southern California's San Gabriel Valley for this singular juried event, which is jointly curated by the seven galleries comprising the Pasadena Area Gallery Association (PAGA): Fremont Gallery, Galerie Gabrie, Michael Hollis Fine Art, San Marino Gallery, Segil Fine Art Source, Sycamore Gallery and Tirage Fine Art Gallery. The initial list of invited artists includes many of the country's most honored fine art painters, with the final selection juried by museum officials, independent fine art professionals, and the gallery sponsors.  One painting from the exhibition that best represents the theme will be purchased by the participating galleries and donated to PMH as a gift of appreciation. It will add a new contemporary work to the Museum's important collection of California plein aire paintings. The "Museum Purchase Prize" will be announced at a special reception for artists and Museum Members on Saturday, March 10.
Images: Top: Sam Hyde Harris (1889-1977). "Late Spring Afternoon." Bottom: Anna T. Kelly. "Float Tents, Rose Bowl." The 2009 Museum Purchase Prize winner. (2009.014.01)
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Upcoming Events
 ArtNight
Friday, March 9, 6:00 to 10:00 pm at PMH & other participating venues
Looking for a perfect evening full of culture, music, food & fun? PMH, along with fourteen other cultural organizations in Pasadena, opens our doors to celebrate ArtNight. At the Museum explore art inspired by local people, places and things as Contemporary Masters, Artistic Eden III makes its public debut.
Also back by popular demand...the dangerously good food of the Komodo Food Truck. Free parking at Avery Dennison just east of the Museum. For more information on ArtNight visit:  Sunny Tales from Around the World: Children's Storytime with Sunny Stevenson
Wednesday, March 14, 10:30 am at San Rafael Branch of the Pasadena Public Library, 1240 Nithsdale Rd., Pasadena 91105 On the second Wednesday of every month, PMH presents a storytelling series in collaboration with the Pasadena Public Library, San Rafael branch. In March, the Museum's beloved storyteller Sunny Stevenson will enthrall her listeners with stories about Women. Please join us! Tickets: Free; no reservations required.
Other Upcoming Events: From Sepharad to Sarajevo (TONIGHT - 2/29) - a lecture held in conjunction with Pasadena's One City, One Story
Happy Birthday Pasadena Fundraiser at Mijares Mexican Restaurant (3/5) - enjoy delicious Mexican food while supporting our community celebration |
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