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William S. Hart Ranch and Museum
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William S. Hart Ranch and Museum
A Member of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, William S. Hart Park is less than an hour's drive from most areas of Los Angeles. It is the former home and ranch of William S. Hart, silent film cowboy star and director. The Museum sits atop a hill within a large park area. The Spanish colonial Revival style mansion contains original furnishings, an impressive collection of western art, mementos of early Hollywood and Native American artifacts. In addition, there is a furnished 1910 ranch house which is open for unguided tours. For more information, please call (661) 254-4584 or email us at information@hartmuseum.org.
Hollywood at Hart: William S. Hart and the Western
August 2, 2008
3:00 pm
FREE ADMISSION
Lights, camera, action! Put on your cowboy hat and come hear about famed silent film star, William S. Hart, in the comfort of his own ranch. Learn about early Hollywood and the impact Hart made on western films with lecturer Beth Werling, Collections Manager at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Guests are asked to meet at 3 p.m. in Hart Hall.
Reservations are preferred and can be made by calling the William S. Hart Museum at (661) 254-4584.
Silents Under the Stars
Saturday, August 16, 2008
5:30 pm
Mosey on up to the Hart Museum for an evening you will not forget! Begin with a tour of William S. Hart's retirement mansion, La Loma de los Vientos. Then join the posse for a delicious dinner under the shade of the Oak Trees. After the sun sets over the horizon, enjoy the classic William S. Hart silent film, “Three Word Brand” with live musical accompaniment.
Tickets are $40 and include tour, dinner, and movie. Tickets sell out and reservations are required. For more information and ticket reservations, please call the William S. Hart Museum at (661) 254-4584.
A Day at the Ranch
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September 13, 2008
9:30 am – 11:00 am
FREE EVENT
Yee-ha! Join us at the Horseshoe Ranch for some good family fun and learn about a day in the life of a cowboy! Guests are welcome to participate in different crafts and activities. Best dressed cowboy/cowgirl will be awarded. All ages are welcome. Suggested donation of $2 per child. Please visit www.hartmuseum.org for information updates.
Huell Howser Strikes Gold at the Hart!
William S. Hart Park & Museum will be featured as one of Huell Howser's California Golden Parks. Be sure to view Huell Howser's show to see why William S. Hart Park & Museum is named one of California's Golden Parks. Check your local television listing for viewing dates.
Huell Howser pictured with William S. Hart
Museum Volunteers Bill Crowl and Jack C. Stewart
Come be a part of Historic Downtown Newhall, volunteer at the William S. Hart Museum! The William S. Hart Museum is in need of volunteers to work in the gift shop during weekdays. You will have a chance to learn about the fascinating life of this famous silent western film star and his 265 acre ranch while working with visitors. If you are interested please contact Ayesha Saletore at (661) 254-4584.
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