Pasadena Museum of History

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Opens 12:00 PM
Pasadena Museum of History is a private, nonprofit museum and research library housed within an opulent historic mansion on Millionaire’s Row. long_description_potoo

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Founded in 1924 to preserve and share the rich history, art, and culture of Pasadena, PMH has developed into one of the country’s premiere institutions of its size.

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What's happening

Apr 25
11:00 AM
Curator’s Tour | Cha-Rie Tang: 48 Years of Artistic Innovation in Pasadena

Explore Cha-Rie Tang: 48 Years of Artistic Innovation in Pasadena with curator Cha-Rie Tang. Learn more about the exhibition’s featured works, including vibrant fused glass pieces, high-relief ceramic tiles, and framed designs and sketches.

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May 9
12:00 PM
Finnish Folk Art Museum

The Finnish Folk Art Museum exhibits hand-crafted Finnish items and objects that are centuries old. It is open on the 2nd Saturday of the month.

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May 16
11:00 AM
Curator’s Tour | Cha-Rie Tang: 48 Years of Artistic Innovation in Pasadena

Explore Cha-Rie Tang: 48 Years of Artistic Innovation in Pasadena with curator Cha-Rie Tang. Learn more about the exhibition’s featured works, including vibrant fused glass pieces, high-relief ceramic tiles, and framed designs and sketches.

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What's the vibe

The setting feels like stepping into a grand, historic estate with high ceilings and old-world architectural charm. It offers a quiet, scholarly atmosphere centered around specialized collections and local heritage.ambiance_potoo

What people are saying

Visitors highlight unique pop-culture pieces like the hoverboard from Back to the Future II and the building's impressive historic architecture.reviews_potoo

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Details

470 W Walnut St, Pasadena, CA 91103
Closed now
•  Opens 12:00 PM
pasadenahistory.org
+1 626-577-1660

About

Located on the prestigious Millionaire’s Row, this institution serves as the primary repository for the region's local history and features unique artifacts like the first Finnish consulate in Southern California.story_potoo

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