The Gamble House

Holiday Open Touring :: December 28

Join us for holiday open house touring at the Gamble House on Friday, November 29, and Saturday, December 28. Enjoy the house, decorated for the holiday season, at your own pace with knowledgeable docents stationed in each room to answer questions.

Ticket holders may enter anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance online or in-person the at the Gamble House Bookstore on November 29 and December 28. Present either your printed or digital tickets the day of your tour for entrance.

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1-Hour Docent-Led Tour

ONE-HOUR DOCENT-GUIDED TOUR OF THE INTERIOR OF THE GAMBLE HOUSE

ABOUT THE ONE-HOUR DOCENT-GUIDED TOUR

The Gamble House in Pasadena, California, is an internationally known masterwork of American Arts and Crafts architecture. The house and its furnishings were designed by architects Greene & Greene in 1908 for David and Mary Gamble of the Procter & Gamble Company of Cincinnati, Ohio. Realizing its artistic importance, the family deeded the house to the City of Pasadena in 1966. The house is stewarded and operated by the Gamble House Conservancy.

On this tour, your docent will lead an exploration of the house and its history through rooms lined with rare woods, featuring handcrafted details, fixtures, and furnishings designed by the architects and unique to the house. The Gamble House exemplifies the work of Greene & Greene, illuminating the themes in their work that contributed significantly to Southern California’s early 20th century artistic heritage and built environment.

For a more in-depth exploration of the house, pair the 12:00pm 1-Hour tour with the 10:45am Gardens & Gables: Exploring the Gamble House Outdoors tour on Saturdays and select Tuesdays.

Please note that interior masking is strongly encouraged, especially in larger groups.

Tour Check-In:

Please check-in approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of your tour at the Gamble House Bookstore, located on the north side of the property. The Gamble House is located at 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Westmoreland Place is parallel to Orange Grove Boulevard between W. Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue.

Parking:

Park on Westmoreland Place in designated spaces, directly in front of the Gamble House only. Additional parking is available on Orange Grove Blvd. and W. Walnut Street. On weekends you may also park in adjacent spaces designated for Westmoreland Academy. Please do NOT park in the parking lot south of the Gamble House or on Arroyo Terrace at any time.

What Is Not Included?

Gratuities for your guided tour are not included or expected, but we welcome contributions online or to the donation box in Mr. Gamble's Den.

Important Information:

Please note that your tickets are non-refundable except for illness due to COVID-19. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour.

All visitors must wear flat, broad-heeled shoes to protect the antique rugs and floors. Visitors with narrow-heeled shoes will be asked to change into knitted booties. Food and drink are not allowed inside the house, but guests are welcome to picnic outside on the grounds. Please leave bulky personal items in your car or at the Bookstore when you check in for your tour. Still photography is permitted inside the house, but we do not allow video, selfie sticks, tripods, monopods or flash photography.

Code of Conduct:

We look forward to welcoming you to the Gamble House. Please note, the Conservancy will not tolerate inappropriate behavior including intimidation, threats, harassment, aggression, violence, or abuse, or disregard for safety and care of our collection. If you mistreat a staff member, docent, or fellow visitor, you will be asked to leave the property.

Member Discount:
Members must be registered and signed in to receive discounts when available. Discounted member pricing will be reflected at checkout. To sign in click "Sign In" in the upper right-hand corner, a popup will then appear where you'll enter your email address and password.

Photography

PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMING PERMIT FOR THE GAMBLE HOUSE

WEDDING, ENGAGEMENT, GRADUATION, AND OTHER PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS OF UP TO 1 HOUR ARE PERMITTED WITH ADVANCE RESERVATIONS (fees apply).

We do NOT permit interior occasion photography.

FOR RESERVATIONS:

• Advance reservations are required. Book online to reserve your permit date and time.
• Fee of $150 for 1 hour Tuesdays and Thursdays through Sundays at either 9am, or 4:30pm, depending upon availability.
• Payment in full is due at the time of reservation.
Note: The Gamble House does not provide or recommend photographers.

The first priority of the Gamble House is the care and maintenance of the structure and grounds for the benefit of all visitors. We ask all photographers honor these policies when using the Gamble House as a backdrop for any photography or filming to insure a positive experience.

PHOTO SPECIFIC POLICIES

1. The applicant/photographer will be held accountable for any damage to the Gamble House by their own actions and those of their guests, crew members and any other people they bring with them.
2. All parties being photographed must arrive camera-ready. This means hair and makeup must be done before arriving and no clothing changes can be accommodated.
3. Drones are not permitted.
4. All photography session activities shall be appropriate and free from obscene content.
5. No more than a “carry-on” size bag worth of equipment and props may used during shoots.
6. The exterior of the house is delicate, objects of any type are not to be hung or rested against the house.
7. No large props, heavy equipment or limos/autos are permitted without advance approval.
8. At no time is interior Occasion Photography permitted. All Occasion Photography will take place on the exterior and grounds.
9. No interior or exterior storage areas, changing rooms or restrooms are available.

The Gamble House reserves the right to monitor parts or all of a photography session to ensure compliance with these policies. The Gamble House reserves the right to change these policies at any time to best protect the Gamble House and the general public. The Gamble House reserves the right to terminate photo sessions in violation of policies, if staff feels the wellbeing of the structure or grounds are being threatened.

GENERAL ETIQUETTE

1. Avoid damage to house and disruption of visitors and Gamble House activities.
2. Do not block road ways or otherwise impede the flow of traffic.
3. Do not step into plantings, mulch, water features, or places other than designated paths, terraces and lawns.
4. Do not touch, move, or damage plant life, historic items, and wildlife.
5. Do not climb, hang backpacks, or props on trees, buildings or water features.
6. Do not damage, deface, or remove any features at the Gamble House at any time, for any reason.
7. NO VEHICLES ( CARS, LIMOS, ETC.) ARE PERMITTED ON THE DRIVEWAY AT ANY TIME.
8. Smoking or other use of tobacco products (including, but not limited to, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, snuff, or chewing tobacco, e-cigarettes, and vaporized devices) is prohibited at all times.

Gardens & Gables

GARDENS & GABLES

Exploring The Gamble House Outdoors

Take our one-hour docent-guided tour, Gardens & Gables: Exploring the Gamble House Outdoors. With your guide, you’ll explore the history and context of the gardens and exterior of The Gamble House. This is an exterior only tour.

Your guide will discuss:

How the Gamble House exemplifies the work of Greene & Greene
How the Greenes worked with the Gamble family to create a masterwork of functional and beautiful design
The development of the gardens, landscape, terraces, and porches as a setting for early 20th century outdoor living
The materials, features and joinery that make the house unique

Gardens tours are held on select Saturdays and Tuesdays and begin at 10:45am. For a deeper dive into the Gamble House, consider pairing your Gardens tour with the 12:00pm One-Hour interior tour.

Due to lawn reconstruction, the Gardens tour is not offered from the beginning of November to the beginning of December.

Check-in

Please plan to check-in approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of your tour. Check-in is at the Gamble House Bookstore, located on the north side of the Gamble House property, 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Westmoreland Place is parallel to Orange Grove Boulevard between W. Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue.

Parking

Important Information

Your tickets are non-refundable except for illness due to COVID. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour or event.

A Note on Accessibility
This tour covers uneven terrain and surfaces and includes stairs. Only a portion of the tour is wheelchair accessible. Please call 626-793-3334 with questions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Notice of Filming and Photography
When at The Gamble House, you enter a site where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.

What Is Not Included?

Gratuities for your guided tour are not included or expected, but we welcome contributions online or to the donation box in the Bookstore.

Behind the Velvet Ropes

BEHIND THE VELVET ROPES
Experience the House at a leisurely pace...

The Gamble House in Pasadena, California is an outstanding example of American Arts and Crafts style architecture. The house and furnishings were designed by Charles and Henry Greene in 1908 for David and Mary Gamble of the Procter & Gamble Company. The house, a National Historic Landmark, is owned by the City of Pasadena and operated by the Gamble House Conservancy.

Behind the Velvet Ropes 2½ hour tours are conducted by docents with years of experience and a great deal of passion. These longer tours allow them to share with you their own excitement and knowledge and show you details that are normally only seen from a distance.

Walk inside the rooms and, with flashlight in hand, examine at close quarters exquisite craftsman details.
Your docent, wearing white gloves, will open doors and drawers to reveal gems that can only be seen close up.
You have time to appreciate the ambience of this National Historic Landmark, and enjoy some light refreshments during a short break.

On this tour you are invited behind the scenes to visit parts of the House not available on the one-hour tour.

Tours available in 2025:
April 29
May 13, 15, 23 and 27
June 6, 8, 14, 19, 24, 27 and 29
July 5, 8, 12, 22, 25 and 27
August 2, 9, 17, 29 and 30
September 2, 6, and 13
October 3, 17, 21, 26 and 30
November 7, 16, 21, 22 and 25
December 4, 6, 21, 23, 26, 28 and 30

Please note that interior masking is strongly encouraged, especially in larger groups.

Tour Check-in
Please arrive approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of your tour to check-in. Check-in is either on the side terrace of the house to the right of the front door, or at the Bookstore. The Gamble House is located at 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Westmoreland Place is parallel to Orange Grove Boulevard between W. Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue.

Parking
Park on Westmoreland Place in designated spaces, directly in front of the Gamble House only. Additional parking is available on Orange Grove Blvd. and W. Walnut Street. On weekends you may also park in adjacent spaces designated for Westmoreland Academy.

Please do NOT park in the parking lot south of the Gamble House or on Arroyo Terrace at any time.

What Is Not Included?
Light refreshments will be served during a short break, but no other food or beverages are included. Gratuities for your guided tour are not included or expected, but we welcome contributions to the donation box in the Bookstore.

Important Information
Please note that your tickets are non-refundable except for illness due to COVID. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour or event.

Notice of Filming and Photography:
When at The Gamble House, you enter a site where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.

Code of Conduct:
We look forward to welcoming you to the Gamble House. Please note, the Conservancy will not tolerate inappropriate behavior including intimidation, threats, harassment, aggression, violence, or abuse, or disregard for safety and care of our collection. If you mistreat a staff member, docent, or fellow visitor, you will be asked to leave the property.

Member Discount: Members must be registered and signed in to receive discounts when available. Discounted member pricing will be reflected at checkout. To sign in click "Sign In" in the upper right-hand corner, a popup will then appear where you'll enter your email address and password.

Details & Joinery

DETAILS & JOINERY
A craftsman's tour of The Gamble House.

Over 100 years ago a team of gifted craftsmen labored for 11 months to create The Gamble House. Inspired by the designs of Pasadena architects Charles and Henry Greene, the craftsman contractors led by John and Peter Hall, Scandinavian woodworkers, cut, turned, joined, carved, and hand-rubbed 17 species of wood into the House and furnishings that today are recognized as one of the greatest achievements in American architecture and craftsmanship.

Contemporary woodworker and tour guide Jim Ipekjian has studied the art and craft of the Greenes and the Halls for more than 20 years, and has an intimate knowledge of how their works were created. Mr. Ipekjian's Details & Joinery Tour reveals from a craftsman's point of view how The Gamble House was crafted.

On this 3-hour tour Mr. Ipekjian shares his passion and wonder for the exquisite work created by these master architects and craftsmen. His tour will:

Discuss which woods were chosen and why
Explain joinery techniques
Explore the thinking and collaboration that led to the actual craftsmanship
Examine details of the house and furniture
Reveal the intricacies of inlay, metal work, and art glass created especially for the House

The next available touring dates are in 2025:
July 19
September 20
November 15
December 20

Tours begin at 8:30am, and are held on Saturdays, with the exception of March 23. Please note that interior masking is strongly encouraged, especially in larger groups.

What Is Not Included?
Gratuities for your guided tour are not included or expected, but we welcome contributions to the donation box in the Bookstore.

Meeting Location
4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Westmoreland Place is parallel to Orange Grove Boulevard between W. Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue. Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets. Please plan to check-in for your tour approximately 10 minutes prior to the starting time.

Important Information:
Your tickets are non-refundable except for illness due to COVID. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour or event.

Greene & Greene Neighborhood Walking Tour

GREENE & GREENE NEIGHBORHOOD WALKING TOUR
Exploring the neighborhood of Greene & Greene

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.

Pair your neighborhood walking tour with a 12:00p.m. One-Hour Docent-Guided interior tour of the Gamble House on Saturdays or Sundays.

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

Masking is not required for outdoor touring, however it is highly encouraged for interior tours and in the Bookstore.

Meeting Location
Please plan to check-in at the Gamble House Bookstore approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of your tour.

The Gamble House is located at 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103, parallel to Orange Grove Avenue, between Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue.

Important Information
Please note that your tickets are non-refundable unless related to illness due to COVID-19. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour or event.

Visitors are advised to wear comfortable walking shoes as the brick and paved surfaces are uneven.

What Is Not Included?
Gratuities for your guided tour are not included or expected, but we welcome contributions online or to the donation box in the Bookstore.

Goat Yoga At The Gamble House

GOAT YOGA AT THE GAMBLE HOUSE on The Gamble House lawn

Pricing: $35 Members | $45 Non-members

April 26, 2025, sessions at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
May 24, 2025, sessions at 5:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m.
June 28, 2025, sessions at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
July 26, 2025, sessions at 5:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m.
August 23, 2025, sessions at 5:00 p.m. and 6:15 p.m.
September 27, 2025, sessions at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.
October 25, 2025, sessions at 9:00 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.

Enjoy communing with friendly, gentle goats while engaging in a fun, light-hearted yoga session taught by certified instructor Tina Lenert on the rear lawn of The Gamble House. Connect with your “inner kid” while moving through yoga postures suitable for all levels; from first timers who ”just came for the goats” to experienced yogis looking to challenge their practice. Hello Critter's Nigerian Dwarf kids are known for opening hearts, widening smiles, deepening stretches & strengthening cores while weaving throughout class, interacting with each participant. Attendees will be delighted by the antics of joyful goats nimbly jumping on, rebounding off, trotting under & crawling through the playground of participants. Bring your love for animals, love of architecture, camera and sense of humor!

Goat yoga session time = 1 hour consisting of 15 minutes petting and pictures before and after class, 30 minute goat yoga class. Arrive up to 30 minutes before your class to check in (check in, set up your mat and meet the goats!)

Bring a yoga mat and / or full sized towel. For participants who prefer not to have their yoga mats “autographed” by goats, we rent used-sanitized yoga mats for $5 each, however, participants may just want to bring full size towels which work fine too.

Events are rain or shine.

IMPORTANT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
• All adult attendees are required to sign a waiver before participating.
• Participants must weigh at least 65 lbs.
• Please wear a shirt that protects your back from goat hooves.
• Remove loose jewelry before participating.
• Bring drinking water to stay hydrated.
• All minor participants must be accompanied by an adult and are required to have a parent or legal guardian sign a waiver on their behalf before they may participate.

GOATS WILL BE GOATS
• Goats can leave their "blessings" anywhere at anytime...LUCKILY they are vegan so their dry, coffee bean-like droppings are virtually scent free & biodegradable.
• Goats have no boundaries! Please clear away anything you'd rather not have climbed on, nibbled on or blessed by goats!
• We love dogs! But their presence can be stressful to our goats, so we ask you please not bring dogs to the session.

ABOUT HELLO CRITTER
Hello Critter Goats are the beloved "kids" of Michelle, the "Goat Mama" (she doesn't have the human variety of children!) She has, however, enjoyed caring for pet goats since the eighties. Over time, she has had the opportunity to help at-risk, displaced and mistreated goats find safe, happy homes. For Michelle, the well-being of goats always comes first. As highly intelligent, curious, and social animals, Michelle's kids enjoy traveling to goat-friendly locations to experience the world outside of their barnyard. Their sense of adventure inspires them to hop into their “barn on wheels” and go for a ride where they arrive and thrive from interacting with diverse people, places, and things. The stimulation of new sites, sounds, smells, textures, and tastes, enhances their mood, as well as those who they encounter along the way! Only the goats who wish to go on adventures attend Hello Critter events. Standing at the gate, when they are called, is their way of expressing their desire to join the fun, whether it be a yoga session, sound bath, hike, river walk, play date, creative workshop, or a senior community/school visit. The goats who choose to stay behind, enjoy relaxing, playing, and eating around their goat yard complete with a custom clubhouse built for their enrichment. All of our goats (Roscoe, Floyd, Billy, Burlap, Fanny, Lil'bit, Gigi, Felix, Hansel, Gretel, Goldie, Lexie, Lashes and Patches ) are highly valued, sentient beings. Their individual needs are met throughout each day to ensure that they are healthy, happy, well-cared for, and deeply loved. Visit our website to learn more about them at www.hellocritter.com.

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Fire & Light

FIRE & LIGHT TOUR

The Gamble House is a glass-lovers paradise containing exquisite glass windows, light fixtures, wall sconces, cabinets, and doors. Fire & Light, a 2-hour in-depth tour, explores the leaded art glass in The Gamble House.

Fire & Light looks at the Greenes' evolution of style; what led them to create some of the most celebrated art glass produced in an architectural setting; how the works were designed and produced; and the journey taken by the glass artists/craftsmen of the period.

Contemporary glass artist and Gamble House docent, John Hamm, has immersed himself in the history of art glass and the Arts and Crafts movement. He has restored glass fixtures in historic structures and has created period-appropriate glass for many contemporary craftsman-style houses. Combining his artisan skills with years as a tour guide, Mr. Hamm created and personally conducts this craftsman tour that focuses on glass while also touching on each area of the house that is normally on tour.

Dates available in 2025 for Fire & Light:

Saturday, June 7, at 10am

Friday, July 18, at 5:30pm
Saturday, November 8, at 10am

Interior masking is strongly encouraged, especially in larger groups.

Tour Check-In:

Please check-in approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of your tour. The Gamble House is located at 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Westmoreland Place is parallel to Orange Grove Boulevard between W. Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue.

Parking:

Important Information:

Please note that your tickets are non-refundable except for illness due to COVID-19. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour.

1-Hour Docent-Led Masked Tour

ONE-HOUR DOCENT-GUIDED MASKED TOUR OF THE INTERIOR OF THE GAMBLE HOUSE

In 2025, the Masked tours will be offered on Sundays at 10:15am on:

April 6

May 18
June 1

July 6

August 3

September 7

November 2

As well as Friday, October 3 and Friday, December 19

Please note that this interior tour requires masking for medical purposes for the entire group.

Tour Check-In:

Please check-in approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of your tour in the Gamble House Bookstore, located on the north side of the property. The Gamble House is located at 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Westmoreland Place is parallel to Orange Grove Boulevard between W. Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue.

Parking:

What Is Not Included?

Gratuities for your guided tour are not included or expected, but we welcome contributions online or to the donation box in Mr. Gamble's Den.

Important Information:

Please note that your tickets are non-refundable except for illness due to COVID-19. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour.

Code of Conduct:

Family Tour

FAMILY TOUR OF THE GAMBLE HOUSE

Enjoy family-friendly tours of the Gamble House led by Pathway Docents (young adult docents in grades 8 and 9).

Held on one Sunday per month at 10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m., this 45-minute tour is meant to introduce the house to children and their caregivers. All three levels of the house are explored with your Pathway Docent as they ask questions and engage children of all ages.

Children must be accompanied by at least one adult.

Tour Check-In:

Parking:

What Is Not Included?

Gratuities for your guided tour are not included or expected, but we welcome contributions online or to the donation box in Mr. Gamble's Den.

Important Information:

Please note that your tickets are non-refundable except for illness due to COVID-19. Your purchased tickets guarantee your space at the specific time and date of your tour.

Friday Nights at The Gamble House

FRIDAY NIGHTS AT THE GAMBLE HOUSE with West Altadena Wine + Spirits
2^nd and 4^th Friday of every month from May to August 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Members: $35 w/wine tasting (21+) | Free w/out wine tasting
Non-members: $40 w/wine tasting (21+) | $5 w/out wine tasting | $0 12 and under

Nothing sets the tone for the weekend like relaxing on the Gamble House lawn! Explore the first floor of the Gamble House with docents available to answer questions in each room. Savor wine flights poured by West Altadena Wine, bring a blanket and pack a picnic to enjoy while listening to live music. Don’t feel like packing a picnic? No problem! Triple Beam Pizza will be firing up their mobile oven.

Children welcome. No outside alcohol allowed. No pets allowed. Wine tasters must show ID at check-in.

The Gamble House is located at 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Free public parking is available on Westmoreland Place and along Orange Grove Blvd.

Members must sign-in to receive discounted pricing. Once tickets have been added to your cart you'll see member discount pricing.

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Gould House Tour

The Gamble House Conservancy invites
Friends of the Gamble House members
to an exclusive tour and lunch at the
Thomas Gould, Jr. House
(Henry Greene, 1920-1925)

Sunday, April 27, 2025
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

$100 per person
Limited capacity

Located in the city of Ventura
Address and parking information will be sent to guests prior to tour date.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to visit a Henry Greene home.
Gamble House Director of Collections and Interpretation, Jennifer Trotoux,
will present a historic overview of the house while guests enjoy a boxed lunch.

Please wear broad, flat-heeled shoes to protect the rugs and floors.

Members must sign-in to purchase tickets. Maximum 4 tickets per member.