Pasadena Museum of History is the only museum and research library dedicated solely to preserving and sharing the history, art, and culture of Pasadena and the west San Gabriel Valley. PMH offers the public changing exhibitions, events and lectures, docent-led tours, school tours, and free access to the Research Library & Archives.

PMH temporarily closed - read Notice

Please Note

The Museum is temporarily closed until further notice. For more information please read our Notice Regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus).

In the interim, we encourage you to stay connected on social media and check out our Blogs.

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Carrie MacAdoo and grocery store, 1909 (BH-L-24-3)

This photo was posted on social media to thank grocery store workers.

Things to do at Pasadena Museum of History

early 1900s Pasadena postcard

Exhibitions
Wed - Sun, Noon to 5:00 pm

Currently on View: Starting Anew: Transforming Pasadena, 1890-1930. Listen to the podcast with the curator on YouTube.

Fenyes Mansion Tours
Fri, Sat, & Sun, 12:15 pm

With its original furnishings and art collection, the Fenyes Mansion - a Pasadena Cultural Heritage landmark - offers a unique glimpse into life on Pasadena’s Millionaire’s Row.

Archives image from the Helen Lukens Gaut Collection

Research Library & Archives
Thurs - Sun, 1:00 to 4:00 pm

PMH maintains the area’s largest collection of documents and artifacts related to the history of Pasadena and the west San Gabriel valley.

Happy Birthday Pasadena 2016

Events

Members at a Reception

Membership

ceramic sold in the Museum Store

Museum Store

Batchelder Aztec tile plaque

Batchelder Registry

Wedding Ceremonies

PAsADENA Museum OF HISTORY Buildings & Grounds