Pasadena Museum of History: A Peek at the Past

A Peek at the Past

Free Summer Program Features Stories, Crafts, Games, and a Peek Into the Historic Fenyes Mansion

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A Peek at the Past, the Pasadena Museum of History's popular free program for youngsters aged 4 - 8 and accompanying parents, returns for a third year of summer fun.

On Wednesday mornings (9:00 to 11:30 am) for five weeks beginning July 2, a different room or part of the 100-year-old Fenyes Mansion Estate will be the starting point for exploring different facets of our shared history and learn what life was like -- for both children and adults -- a century ago. Stories, crafts, activities, and -- of course -- a peek into the Mansion's room-of-the-week, highlight each session.

A Peek at the Past is sponsored in part by the Paloheimo Family Foundation and is produced by Pasadena Museum of History's Education Department with assistance from the Museum's college interns and youth volunteers, including Ticktockers from the San Marino Chapter of the National Charity League.

Tickets: Admission is free; however reservations are required and space is limited. Members-Only priority reservations available now through May 15; Non-Members reservations accepted after May 15. Please call 626.577.1660, ext. 10.

For Membership information, call 626.577.1660, ext. 11 or email membership@pasadenahistory.org.

Watch a video presentation about 2006 Peek at the Past:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JTODO0MtMA

Youth Volunteer Opportunities

Youth Volunteers 12 - 18 years old can earn community service hours by assisting with Peek at the Past programs.

Must be available a consecutive Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm on one or more of the program weeks; Volunteer orientation – Friday, June 27, 10 to 11:30 am; Call 626.577.1660, ext. 20; Or e-mail dsiegel@pasadenahistory.org

A Peek at the Past 2008 Sessions

July 2 (Session Full; Waiting List Only)

Pre-Fourth of July Fun/ An Old Fashioned 4th of July

parade Participants peek into the conservatory, drape some patriotic bunting, learn about exotic plants in Edwardian homes, and create a red-white-and-blue “tussie musie” bouquet.

July 9 (Session Full; Waiting List Only)

Old Time Bicycles

bike Bicycles is the theme and the room “peeked at” is the foyer/main staircase. After bicycling to the door you might want to ring the bell and leave your calling card! See old-time bicycles and learn about Pasadena's bicycle craze 100 years ago.

July 16 (Session Full; Waiting List Only)

Inventions

Peek into the studio, where you'll see and hear a "talking machine." Afterwards, you can make your own paper-cup mountlowe telephone and visit the exhibition galleries to learn about the engineering feats that made the Mount Lowe Railway a popular tourist attraction -- just like today's Disneyland and Magic Mountain!

July 23 -- Reservations Available

Architecture NEW THIS YEAR

bear Peek into the three historic structures on the Museum's campus; go on an architectural treasure hunt; try using hammers and nails; make a 3-D model building out of paper -- what fun!

July 30 -- Reservations Available

Gardens & Bugs NEW THIS YEAR

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Peek at the vistas and nooks in the gardens surrounding the Mansion and hear all about Dr. Fenyes' insect garden; make your own tree-spotter map to learn about the tall trees on the Museum property; plan and build a working fountain!


470 West Walnut Street ~ Pasadena, CA 91103 ~ Ph 626.577.1660 ~ Fax 626.577.1662 ~ info@pasadenahistory.org