The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently awarded a $1,500 Patriotism Grant to Friends of the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage for its “Arcadia Veterans Local History Room Touch Screen Kiosk” project. Funding for this project was made possible through the sponsorship of Santa Anita Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American…
Arcadia Movies Featured at Gilb Museum
Photogenic Arcadia has been the backdrop for Hollywood movies for decades. At the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage there will be a celebration for the 8th Annual “Arcadia at The Movies” program. The event will be held on Aug. 10, at 7:30 p.m. A pre-movie talk about the movie, “Hells Angels” (1930) and cast will…
Gilb Museum’s ‘Faces of Arcadia’ Points to Cultural Diversity
The Friends of the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage will be presenting their annual fundraiser event on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019 at the Community Center and the Museum. Titled “Faces of Arcadia,” festivities will begin with a social hour from 5–6 p.m., followed by a catered dinner from 6-7 p.m. and main entertainment from 7–9…
Arcadia Movies Featured at Gilb Museum
Photogenic Arcadia has been the backdrop for Hollywood movies for decades. Join us at the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage in July and August for the 8th Annual “Arcadia at the Movies” program. A pre-movie talk about the movie and cast will be presented by film historian A.J. Downhower. Bring your lawn chair and a…
Enter Arcadia’s Photography Contest
The Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage announces its 11th Annual Juried Photography Contest and Exhibition. This year’s theme is “Social Issues: Through Your Eyes.” The museum will accept entries from Tuesday, May 14, to Saturday, May 18. The photographs will be judged by a panel of local artists and educators, and will be exhibited at…
Cinco de Mayo Fun at Arcadia’s Gilb Museum
Enjoy an afternoon of music, crafts, and more at the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage on Saturday, May 4, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. There will be activities for the entire family at this free event, which will be held in the Museum Education Center. For more information, please call (626) 574-5440 or visit…
Asian Women’s History Documentary at Arcadia’s Gilb Museum
“To Climb a Gold Mountain,” a documentary recounting the lives of four women of Asian descent and their experiences in the United States, will be screened at the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage on Saturday, April 27, at 2 p.m. Spanning 160 years, the film shows how each woman fought in her own way to…
‘Colors of India’ Artwork at Arcadia Gilb Museum
The artwork of Kruti Shah is the featured exhibit starting March 2, at the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage. Offering “A Glimpse into the Colors of India,” Shah’s paintings feature traditional designs and beautiful, vivid colors. The exhibit will run until May 25. For more information, please call (626) 574-5440 or visit the Gilb Museum’s…
Families Explore Thailand at Arcadia’s Gilb Museum Program
Families are invited to enjoy a morning of Thai music, snacks, and a craft at the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage on Saturday, March 9, from 10 a.m. to noon. Featuring a performance by the Thai Community Arts and Culture Center, this engaging program encourages children to experience international cultures through taking a “hands on”…
The Fall of the House of Baldwin
Part 4: other artifacts By Galen Patterson The McCaslin family did not want to demolish Anoakia. The property was an institution, and they knew it. The family tried work out different ways to preserve the property, but in the end, developing was the decision they came to. The original owner within the McCaslin family, Lowry…