Heritage Square Museum http://heritagesquare.org Just another WordPress weblog Fri, 24 May 2013 09:36:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 Vintage Automobile & Classic Car Show Update http://heritagesquare.org/blog/vintage-automobile-classic-car-show-update http://heritagesquare.org/blog/vintage-automobile-classic-car-show-update#comments Fri, 24 May 2013 09:36:19 +0000 John Kearns http://heritagesquare.org/?p=4153 The museum is excited to announce that we have added Nick Federoff to the roster of guests at the June 8 Vintage Automobile & Classic Car Show. Since 1988, Nick has been reaching out to folks across the country to be “green.” Nick hosts two national award-winning radio shows, “Nick Federoff on Gardening” and the “Things Green Garden Minute.” This quest for helping others has earned him the title of America’s Master Natural Gardener. Nick will be displaying his history of lawn equipment exhibit, which will feature items such as vintage lawn mowers. Below is a picture of his display that will be here at the show.

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For those of you who are interested in displaying your vintage car there is still time! Please contact the museum office at 323.225.2700 ext. 223 for more information.

]]> http://heritagesquare.org/blog/vintage-automobile-classic-car-show-update/feed 0 Museums of the Arroyo – This Sunday http://heritagesquare.org/blog/museums-of-the-arroyo-this-sunday http://heritagesquare.org/blog/museums-of-the-arroyo-this-sunday#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 01:48:01 +0000 John Kearns http://heritagesquare.org/?p=4138 A quick reminder to join us this Sunday from Noon to 5 p.m. here at the Square for a fun-filled day. Visit Heritage Square Museum, along with the Lummis Home, the Los Angeles Police Museum, Gamble House and the Pasadena Museum of History for the 24th annual, FREE museum day celebrating the communities, history, culture and art found along the historic Arroyo Seco.  The event will be held from to Noon to 4p.m.

 

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]]> http://heritagesquare.org/blog/museums-of-the-arroyo-this-sunday/feed 0 Vintage Fashion Show & Tea is Here! http://heritagesquare.org/blog/vintage-fashion-show-tea-is-here http://heritagesquare.org/blog/vintage-fashion-show-tea-is-here#comments Sat, 13 Apr 2013 02:26:35 +0000 John Kearns http://heritagesquare.org/?p=4122 Tomorrow is our annual Vintage Fashion Show & Tea! For those of you who are attending we look forward to seeing you here for a fun day. As this is a special event please note that the museum WILL NOT be open for tours tomorrow. We will only be open for the fashion show.

Also, we will be selling tickets for the show tomorrow at the gate for $20. However, you will not be able to partake in the buffet and tea as we have limited quantities. If we have extra we will announce it at the show after all of our guests who paid in advance has had a chance to eat. Thank you for your understanding.

]]> http://heritagesquare.org/blog/vintage-fashion-show-tea-is-here/feed 2 HSM On KCAL 9!!! http://heritagesquare.org/blog/hsm-on-kcal-9 http://heritagesquare.org/blog/hsm-on-kcal-9#comments Mon, 18 Mar 2013 22:30:50 +0000 John Kearns http://heritagesquare.org/?p=4110 Several weeks ago Master Gardner Nick Federoff visited the museum which was used for his gardening segment that runs on KCAL 9 every Saturday morning at 7:50 am. Here is the first one that aired last Saturday morning: http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/video/8639243-green-expert-nick-federoffs-tips-on-vertical-gardening/#.UUX1R2UfFSA.facebook. There will be another one this Saturday at the same time. Enjoy!

]]> http://heritagesquare.org/blog/hsm-on-kcal-9/feed 0 Congressional Art Contest http://heritagesquare.org/blog/congressional-art-contest http://heritagesquare.org/blog/congressional-art-contest#comments Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:31:12 +0000 Jessica Maria Alicea-Covarrubias http://heritagesquare.org/?p=4099 A friend to Heritage Square Museum, Congressman Becerra asked us to announce a great opportunity for high school artists.

Since 1982, high school students have participated nationwide in the Congressional Student Art Competition.  Students will have the chance to compete for an all expense paid trip to Washington D.C. to participate in a national ceremony as well as other prizes.  The winning artist will also be a part of an elite group of students who will have their artwork exhibited in the United States Capitol for one year.

Please visit Congressman Becerra’s website at http://www.becerra.house.gov for details. You will find a video clip of last year’s first prize winner describing the experience as well as other important information like the competition guidelines and release form.  Our theme is “Los Angeles: What does your community look like?” and the deadline for submission of art pieces is Friday, March 22, 2013 at 5:00 p.m.

 

]]> http://heritagesquare.org/blog/congressional-art-contest/feed 0 POSTPONED – Soirées Mystique – An Evening of Victorian Enchantment http://heritagesquare.org/blog/postponed-soirees-mystique-an-evening-of-victorian-enchantment http://heritagesquare.org/blog/postponed-soirees-mystique-an-evening-of-victorian-enchantment#comments Thu, 24 Jan 2013 01:48:26 +0000 John Kearns http://heritagesquare.org/hsmtest/?p=3842 Due to unforeseen circumstances, the January 26 Soirées Mystique – An Evening of Victorian Enchantment show has been postponed. The new date for the show is Saturday, February 9 with performances at 6pm and 8pm. Any ticketholder who purchased tickets for the January 26 performances we will honor your tickets for the February 9 show. For those who already bought tickets and want a refund please visit the ticketing site at http://victorianmagick.ticketleap.com/perry-mansion/. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and we hope to see you here at the museum on February 9. ]]> http://heritagesquare.org/blog/postponed-soirees-mystique-an-evening-of-victorian-enchantment/feed 0 Heritage Square Museum Call for Board Nominations http://heritagesquare.org/blog/heritage-square-museum-call-for-board-nominations http://heritagesquare.org/blog/heritage-square-museum-call-for-board-nominations#comments Tue, 22 Jan 2013 23:26:39 +0000 Jessica Maria Alicea-Covarrubias http://heritagesquare.org/hsmtest/?p=3846 Dear Members and Supporters:

If you have ever wondered how *you* can make a direct impact on the direction of projects and programs at Heritage Square Museum (HSM), wonder no longer! This is your chance to be a part of the exciting changes and growth of *your* museum. All members in good standing, with all dues current, are encouraged to apply for the Board of Directors. And if your dues aren’t current, now is the time to rectify that situation so you can submit a nomination for yourself, another member, or an enthusiastic supporter who would like to jump in with both feet to help shape plans for HSM.

We invite you to nominate qualified and motivated individuals who are willing to be considered for election and to serve out the two-year term. We also encourage each member to consider serving as a Board member yourself to help HSM remain vital and prosperous. The attached form, including the nominator’s signature, must be received by February 18, 2013, in order for a nominee to be considered. The credentials of each nominee will be verified by the HSM Nominating Committee. Every nominator must be a member in good standing, and every nominee who accepts their selection must become a member at the Contributing (or higher) level.

Candidates should be aware of the time commitments of a Board member. Each term lasts two years with the possibility of reappointment. Board members attend a monthly Board meeting plus occasional sub-committee meetings. Attendance at a minimum number of events is required, with attendance at *all* major events encouraged. Financial contributions are at the Contributing level the first year of the Board term and at the Society level or above after the first year of Board service.

Candidates must be passionate about Heritage Square Museum’s mission, goals, and values. Experience with high-level decision-making and knowledge in areas such as public policy, marketing, business finance, fundraising, historical architecture, and volunteerism are desirable.

On behalf of the Heritage Square Museum Nominating Committee, we’d like to acknowledge past and current Board members and thank them for their dedication and service. We’d also like to acknowledge all who choose to run for the Board this year and thank everyone who participates in the election process. Best of luck to all the nominees!

Please use this link to download a nominating form: http://heritagesquare.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/HSMBoardMemberNominationForm21Jan2013Final.pdf

Thank you,

The Heritage Square Museum Nominating Committee

Alexandria Fabbro, Chair
Dana Anderson
Steven Ormenyi

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The membership changes are: Senior/Student-$30 (over 65/with valid college id) Individual-$40, Family-$60, Sustaining-$100, Contributing-$150. Heritage Square Society: Member-$250, Society-$500, Sponsor-$1,000, Patron-$2,500, Director’s Circle-$5,000.

These prices don’t take effect until the end of January, therefore we encourage everyone to renew or become a member now. New and renewing members may pay for their memberships online at the museum’s website. Go to the “Become a Member” web page and click the “Pay Now” button under each member level. You will be taken to a secure PayPal page to make your credit card payment.

We thank you for your understanding and for your continued support of the museum.

]]> http://heritagesquare.org/blog/membership-update/feed 0 New Colonial Drugstore Exhibit Featured on The Doctors http://heritagesquare.org/blog/new-colonial-drugstore-exhibit-featured-on-the-doctors http://heritagesquare.org/blog/new-colonial-drugstore-exhibit-featured-on-the-doctors#comments Wed, 19 Dec 2012 18:30:45 +0000 John Kearns http://heritagesquare.org/?p=3584 The televsion daytime show called The Doctors featured the new Colonial Drug Store on one of their episodes recently. We recognize they got the name of the exhibit as well as the museum’s name wrong. We are trying to get a correction. Nevertheless, it’s a wonderful piece on the new exhibit. To view the video please following this link by clicking here: http://www.thedoctorstv.com/videolib/init/8126. Enjoy!

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ARE YOU A MEMBER? RECEIVE RECIPROCAL FREE ADMISSION AND 20% STORE DISCOUNTS AT 22 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INSTITUTIONS THANKSGIVING WEEKEND.

On November 23-25, 2012*, your favorite cultural institutions thank you for your support! Show a valid membership card from a listed organization and receive free admission and a 20% store discount from any or all!

*Some institutions are not open all three days. Check below for exceptions. Admission to special ticketed events and exhibitions not included; store discount on applicable merchandise only.

California Science Center
www.californiasciencecenter.org • 213.744.7422

Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
www.olacathedral.org • 213.680.5277

Chinese American Museum
www.camla.org • 213.485.8567

Craft and Folk Art Museum
www.cafam.org • 323.937.4230 x22

FIDM Museum & Galleries (Friday & Saturday only)
www.FIDMmuseumshop.org • 213.623.5821

Fowler Museum at UCLA
www.fowler.ucla.edu • 310.206.7004

Japanese American National Museum
www.janm.org • 213.625.0414

J. Paul Getty Museum (both locations)
www.getty.edu • www.shop.getty.edu • 310.440.7300

Kidspace Children’s Museum (Friday & Saturday only)
www.kidspacemuseum.org • 323.857.6146

LA Phil Store at Walt Disney Concert Hall
www.laphilstore.com • 213.973.3440

The Library Store at Central Library (Saturday only)
www.librarystore.org • 213.228.7550

The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
www.moca.org • www.mocastore.org
MOCA Grand Avenue • 213.621.1710
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA • 213.625.1391
MOCA Pacific Design Center • 310.289.5223

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
www.mcasd.org • www.mcasd.org/store • 858.454.3541

Museum of Latin American Art
www.molaa.org • 562.216.4102

Orange County Museum of Art
www.ocma.net • 949.759.1122

Pacific Asia Museum
www.pacificasiamuseum.org • 626.449.2742 x20

Pasadena Museum of California Art
www.pmcaonline.org • 626.568.3665 x14

Pasadena Museum of History
www.pasadenahistory.org • 626.577.1660

The San Diego Museum of Art
www.TheSanDiegoMuseumofArt.org • 619.696.1971

Santa Monica Museum of Art (Friday & Saturday only)
www.smmoa.org • 310.586.6488

Skirball Cultural Center
www.skirball.org • 310.440.4505

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