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We’re Open! Plan Your Visit Today.
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Tickets Available at Noon
Tickets for Dec. 16–28 will be available today, Dec. 15, at noon. Remember new safety protocols are in place to keep everyone safe when visiting. Tickets/Plan Your Visit
*Please note: The Huntington will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
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Holidays at The Huntington
After a relaxing day in our restorative gardens—or if you’re simply visiting us virtually—treat yourself to our festive online offering, “Holidays at The Huntington,” which includes music, talks, and other ways to share what makes The Huntington—and the holidays—special for all of us. This week, enjoy a virtual choral and instrumental musical presentation guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit; join botanical staff member Cara Hanstein in the new Potager kitchen garden; hear a message of thanks from long-time staff member Randy Shulman; and finally, share your own special holiday traditions.
We wish you peace, joy, and good health this holiday season. |
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Songs of the Season: California School of the Arts
Enjoy a selection of traditional and contemporary holiday songs, including “Carol of the Bells” and “There’s a Light in the Hallway,” performed by the combined choirs and orchestra of the California School of the Arts’ Conservatory. Watch
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A Winter Garden: Welcome to the Potager
Join Head Gardener Cara Hanstein in the new Potager kitchen garden and discover cool-season vegetables you can grow yourself. Watch
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Full Hearts and Open Arms
Vice President for Advancement and External Relations Randy Shulman shares a holiday message of gratitude and hope to all from The Huntington. Watch
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Your Holiday Traditions
Share what makes the holidays special for you. Upload your favorite photo, recipe, or tradition by Dec. 16 and be automatically entered to win a $150 Huntington Store gift card. Add your tradition
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Next Week on
Holidays at The Huntington
- Songs of the Season by The Angora Duo
- A Sketch by Edward Burne-Jones
Visit huntington.org/holidays
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Botanical Bundles Available Online
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Shop Online for Curbside Pick-Up
All new botanical bundles are for sale online at theHuntingtonStore.org. Each bundle has been carefully selected by our botanical staff and includes bundles like Shades of Pinkie, Flowering Pollinator, Secret Garden and more! Available for curbside pick-up. Shop now for pick-up by Dec. 23.
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“Made in L.A.” Lunchtime Talks, Monday Features
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While The Huntington and the Hammer Museum wait to safely reopen galleries, we’ll be sharing peeks into “Made in L.A. 2020: a version,” the fifth iteration of the Hammer’s acclaimed biennial, bridging east and west with complementary presentations at the Hammer Museum and The Huntington.
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Wednesday’s “Made in L.A.” Artist Talk
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Lunchtime Art Talk on Mario Ayala
Wed., Dec. 16, 12:30 p.m.
Join Vanessa Arizmendi, curatorial assistant at the Hammer Museum, for this short and insightful discussion about artist Mario Ayala, as part of the Lunchtime Art Talk series on the exhibition “Made in L.A. 2020: a version.” Free
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Lunchtime Art Talk on Diane Severin Nguyen
Join Lauren Mackler, co-curator of “Made in L.A. 2020: a version,” for a discussion about artist Diane Severin Nguyen, as part of the Lunchtime Art Talk series on the exhibition. Watch
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A Fascination with Flax
When Kelly Fernandez, head of the Herb and Shakespeare gardens, revived The Huntington’s Fiber Arts Day program in 2013 and saw expert craftspeople dyeing, spinning, and weaving fibers into incredible textiles, she couldn’t help but be intrigued. Read
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How Does Your Garden Grow?
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Drawing Upon Nature
Jim Folsom, Telleen/Jorgensen Director of the Botanical Gardens, offers a master class on the important contribution that drawing lends to any pursuit of knowledge, using examples of two botanical illustrations as well as some of his own work. Watch
Learn more about the staff who bring The Huntington’s gardens to life on How Does Your Garden Grow? |
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Collections up Close: The Digital Collection as a Tool for Close Examination
This program explores how educators, librarians, curators, artists, writers, and students can harness the power of digital archives and storytelling at a time when many of us are missing the hands-on experience of using library collections. Watch
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2021 Calendars
Beautiful new calendars for a new year! Your purchase supports The Huntington’s mission of enrichment, education, and stewardship for generations to come. Shop
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Limited Time Holiday Offers
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Free Gift Memberships with these Special Offers!
- Upgrade your Membership at a discounted price AND receive a free Gift Membership at the Sustaining level. Enter code HOLIDAYUPGRADE at checkout to redeem.
- Upgrade your Membership for two years to double the discounted price AND receive a free Gift Membership at the Sustaining level. Enter code HOLIDAY2YEAR at checkout to redeem.
- Join at the Contributor level or above and receive a free Gift Membership at the Sustaining level. Enter code HOLIDAYJOIN at checkout to redeem.
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Giving appreciated securities is a tax-wise way to support The Huntington. Did you know:
- Many donors use gifts of appreciated securities to renew or upgrade their membership and to make year-end gifts.
- You may avoid paying capital gains taxes and qualify for a charitable deduction based on the securities’ full fair market value.
Complete your electronic transfer of securities by Dec. 31 to be eligible for tax benefits in the 2020 calendar year. For more info, contact Lorena Patlán, 626-405-2296, or learn more.
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The Huntington is grateful for the many supportive donors who made contributions during these difficult times. While we are thankful to have so many supporters, the need is still great. Please consider making a donation today
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