Marvels of South Marengo

$28 members | $35 non-members

Tour times 10:00am, 10:30am, 11:00am and 11:30am

We are grateful to the Institute for Educational Advancement for sharing their beautiful space with us.

Explore Pasadena’s South Marengo Historic District, home to a stunning collection of California Craftsman bungalows and transitional English-influenced designs that highlight early 20th-century architectural trends.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, the South Marengo Historic District was protected through preservation efforts that helped found Pasadena Heritage, establishing a legacy of architectural conservation. The neighborhood retains “the ambiance of a pre-World War I-era street.” This tour features exclusive interior access to two restored Craftsman homes, now serving as the administrative offices and learning center of the Institute for Educational Advancement, which supports gifted youth. These adaptive reuse projects demonstrate how historic spaces can be preserved while serving modern purposes.

Bungalow Heaven Walking Tour

$28 members | $35 non-members

Tour times: 2:00PM, 2:30PM, 3:00PM and 3:30PM

Explore Pasadena’s Bungalow Heaven Landmark District, a nationally recognized neighborhood celebrated for its remarkable collection of early twentieth-century Craftsman homes. Often considered the heart of Pasadena’s bungalow movement, this district is a true time capsule of Craftsman architecture.

Designated a Landmark District by the City of Pasadena in 1989 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2008, Bungalow Heaven was among the first areas in the city to receive formal preservation protection. Today, the neighborhood remains a living testament to Pasadena’s architectural heritage, reflecting the character and spirit of an early twentieth-century residential community.

This tour offers an up-close look at several beautifully preserved homes, including rare opportunities for interior access. Join us and experience the architectural treasure that is Bungalow Heaven!

Gamble House Arts and Crafts Metalwork Tour

Member: $30 | Non-Member: $40

Tour time 10:30am

Displays of Arts and Crafts metalwork objects throughout the Gamble House will celebrate the importance of metal as a supporting material in the work of Greene and Greene, along with rarely seen highlights from the Gamble House collection. These are complimented by a selection of works by other craftspeople, brought together by co-curator Bryan Mead, a nationally known expert in Arts and Crafts metalwork. A large collection of copper pots by early 20th century artisan Dirk Van Erp, given to the Gamble House in 2006, will showcase the breadth of the artistry of this Northern California craftsman. This special tour will highlight the displays currently on view and will also discuss Greene and Greene’s use of metal in the architecture and furniture of the Gamble House. Your guides will be Bryan Mead and Jennifer Trotoux, Director of Collections and Interpretation for the Gamble House Conservancy

Greene & Greene Neighborhood Walking Tour

$22 per person | $19 for Seniors, Students| $15 for 13-18 years

Tour time 2:00pm

Enjoy a guided walk around the historic Arroyo Terrace neighborhood, a National Register historic district that is home to 9 Greene & Greene houses as well as the works of other noted architects such as:

• Myron Hunt

• Edwin Bergstrom

• Elmer Grey

• D. M. Renton

Among these are the personal residences of Myron Hunt and of Charles Greene, who added to his house over a number of years as his design ideas evolved. The tour will also visit the elegant gates of Westmoreland Place.

These walking tours, led by Gamble House docents, last about 1-1/2 hours and proceed rain or shine.