Pasadena Museum of History offers a variety of educational and entertaining events that further enhance the knowledge and enjoyment of the west San Gabriel Valley’s heritage. On Thursday, August 27, from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Pasadena Museum of History’s Museum Store and Tournament Connection will offer complimentary champagne and samples along with discounts on garden merchandise, jewelry, gift items, children’s toys, posters, books, note cards, and many other unique gifts. Additional discounts will be offered to members. All shoppers will receive a free gift bag in addition to their purchases.

This event will feature samples from the Pasadena Toffee Company, Sierra Madre Candy Company, and E. Waldo Ward Jams. Shoppers will find discounts on select items throughout the store. This includes:

20 – 30% off Pasadena and local history, architecture, and finnish books; Tournament of Roses clothing and gift items.

30 – 40% off Edwardian inspired jewelry, charms, and pins.

40 – 50% off art books on Homer, Cassatt, Whistler, Sargent, and more; children’s garden, art, history, architecture and story books; gardening, local flora, hiking, and cookbooks.

50 – 60% off home décor items, rose scented bath items, novels, CDs, wax initial seals, selected note cards, quilting, science and space books.

Pasadena Museum of History is a private, nonprofit, community-based institution supported by generous gifts from foundations, corporations, businesses, individuals, and members. They are proud to be among “The Best of Greater Pasadena” honorees featured in the July 2009 issue of Pasadena magazine. The museum is described as the “Best Historical Hideaway.”

The magazine also states, “For diehard Pasadena residents, this the right place to test your knowledge of the City of Roses.  And for newbies, this is the right place to learn about its wonder and rich history.”

Founded in 1924 as the Pasadena Historical Society, the Pasadena Museum of History operates the only Museum and Research Library devoted solely to preserving and educating the public about the history of Pasadena and the west San Gabriel Valley. Since 1970, the Museum has been headquartered on the 2.1-acre grounds of the Fenyes Estate, a Pasadena Cultural landmark. They continue to offer many activities and events for the community.

For additional information, please call 626.577.1660, ext. 10.

Photo Courtesy of Pasadena Museum of History.

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