As Valentine’s Day approaches, long-stemmed red roses tend to get a lot of hype. But here at The Huntington, February is all about camellias, as thousands of flowering shrubs come into glorious full bloom. And for those who are romantically inclined, the quiet pathways through the camellia forest, shaded by … Continue reading
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How Many Bulbs Does It Take to Make a Plant Sale?
With fall fast approaching, work is under way to get the 2012 Fall Plant Sale ready to go, so be sure to put us on your calendar. The sale takes place Friday, Oct. 12, through Sunday, Oct. 14. Friday’s hours will be noon to 4:30 p.m.; on Saturday and Sunday, … Continue reading
Around the World of Succulents
Two men who are arguably better acquainted than anyone else with the renowned Desert Garden at The Huntington will be featured speakers at the 29th Succulent Plants Symposium on Sept. 1. The deadline for registration is Tuesday, Aug. 28, so be sure to sign up soon to take advantage of … Continue reading
LitFest Pasadena
LitFest Pasadena takes place Saturday, May 12, at Pasadena’s Central Park, which is between Raymond and Fair Oaks avenues, just south of the historic Castle Green. We wrote about LitFest in March, before a rainout led to its move to this coming weekend. Here is an updated blog post. Scholars … Continue reading
“Eye Candy” for Plant Lovers
Preparations are in high gear for the 38th Annual Spring Plant Sale, which takes place on Sunday, April 29, with a preview sale for Members on Sunday, April 28. Staff and volunteers have been busy for weeks, unloading deliveries, inventorying, sorting, labeling, grooming, watering, and—in many instances—coveting the thousands of … Continue reading
It’s Show Time!
As if spring itself were not enough incentive to get out and enjoy nature, Huntington visitors can catch two special garden shows on Saturday and Sunday, March 24–25, each with a different focus. The California Bonsai Society will present its 55th Annual Bonsai Show, and the North American Clivia Society … Continue reading
LitFest Pasadena
UPDATE: DUE TO AN EXPECTED RAINSTORM THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL MAY 12. Scholars at The Huntington can be a serious lot, but this Saturday you’ll be able to catch several of them letting down their hair. The first LitFest Pasadena will feature a panel titled “Letting Down Our … Continue reading
Book Affair
Behind every great book collection is a good love story. Someone with an obsession for antiquarian children’s books or signed first editions might spend a lifetime amassing a collection, scouring garage sales, used bookstores, and the Internet for that rare find. They also go to book fairs. This weekend’s 45th … Continue reading
Prelude to the Dragon
In the upcoming celebrations marking the Year of the Dragon, it will be tempting to focus all of your attention on the spectacle of the crowd-pleasing dragon dancers. This Sunday, The Huntington hosts a Chinese Cultural Arts Celebration as a prelude to the start of the lunar new year. The … Continue reading
FROM THE RANCH | Only at Home: Ranch Symposium Nov. 18
Only at Home: 2011 Huntington Ranch Symposium The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens San Marino, CA. Friday, November 18 2011. Marking the second year of Ranch operations, this one-day symposium focuses on aspects of urban agriculture that can’t be duplicated in commercial settings. From the use of gray … Continue reading