Craftsman Week Special Program:
Details & Joinery Tour: A craftsman's tour of The Gamble House
Saturday, October 18, at 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Friends of the Gamble House Members: $90 | Non-Members: $100
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
Please note that interior masking is strongly encouraged, especially in larger groups.
Tour Check-in
The Gamble House is located at 4 Westmoreland Place, Pasadena, CA 91103. Westmoreland Place runs parallel to Orange Grove Boulevard between W. Walnut Street and Rosemont Avenue. Check-in is on the side terrace of the house, to the right of the front door. Please plan to check-in for your tour approximately 10 minutes prior to the starting time.
Friends of the Gamble House Member Discount
Gamble House 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. Not a member? Join today.