The Gamble House: Centennial 1908-2008. Charles and Henry Greene's 1908 masterpiece of the American Arts and Crafts movement
photo of The Gamble House in Pasadena, California

The Gamble House in Pasadena, California, is an outstanding example of American Arts and Crafts style architecture. The house and furnishings were designed by Charles and Henry Greene in 1908 for David and Mary Gamble of the Procter and Gamble Company. The house, a National Historic Landmark, is owned by the City of Pasadena and operated by the University of Southern California and is open for public tours.

Special 2½ hour tour

Behind the Velvet Ropes tourOur “Behind the Velvet Ropes tour” takes you to parts of the House not usually accessible to see exquisite craftsman details up close, and gives you time to appreciate the ambience of the House. $40. Next tour: Feb. 10

Sidney D. Gamble Lecture Series

The Sidney D. Gamble Lecture Series On Saturday, March 13 we welcome Brian Kaiser, speaking on Everlasting Tile: The Life and Work of Rufus B. Keeler. Keeler was the founder, plant manager, and sole ceramist of the Calco and Malibu potteries. His mastery of the medium contributed to many historic locations throughout Los Angeles.

Complete Lecture Series info…

Special Craftsman’s Tour

Details and Joinery tour“Details and Joinery: A Craftsman’s Tour of The Gamble House,” is led by contemporary woodworker Jim Ipekjian. Visitors will see for the first time how The Gamble House was crafted. Next tour: Feb. 24

 

Are You a Prospective Docent?

Would you like to welcome visitors to Charles and Henry Greene's 1908 masterpiece, guide them on tours using your own words, and participate in special activities? If this excites you, please join us! Call (626) 793-3334 to request an “Expression of Interest” form.

New Online Bookstore

A New and Native Beauty: The Art and Craft of Greene & GreeneA "New and Native" Beauty: The Art and Craft of Greene & Greene
This new book of 11 scholarly essays and many beautiful photographs is the companion to the exhibition A "New and Native" Beauty: The Art and Craft of Greene and Greene. Each essay explores a different aspect of the work and life of the Greene Brothers.

Online Exhibit

The Art and Craft of Greene & Greene

Friends of The Gamble House

To join in the many programs of The Gamble House and to support restoration and preservation of this National Historic Landmark, please join the Friends of The Gamble House.

Docent Council Speakers Bureau

Illustrated lectures on The Gamble House given by Docents to schools, groups, and organizations. For information and bookings call (626) 793-3334, ext. 13.

Greene & Greene Virtual Archives

Drawings, sketches, photographs, correspondence, and historical documents related to the work of Greene & Greene.

 

 

Hours of Operation

Regular Public Tours: We are open for guided 1 hour tours Thursday-Sunday. The first tour begins at noon and the last tour is at 3 p.m.

Bookstore Hours:
Monday closed
Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Advanced Tour Reservations

Each tour day (Thursday-Sunday), advance reservations may now be made for the 2 p.m. docent-led tour. Call (626) 793-3334.

cookbook cover

The Gamble House Cookbook: Good Design, Good Food

Introduction by Mark Peel, Photographs Meg McComb, 2008; $30.00. Published by Balcony Press.

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Page updated Feb. 2, 2010

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The Gamble House: Charles and Henry Greene’s 1908 Masterpiece of the American Arts and Crafts Movement
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