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Out & About Lecture: Californias Bell Lady - Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes

You may not recognize her name. However, travelers throughout the Golden State will see Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes' most visible and famous creation: the commemorative bells that line the historic El Camino Real (The Royal Road). The original road dates back to the 1770s in what was then part of Alta California under Spanish Rule. By 1900, due to changing times and development, the road was almost lost to public view and memory. Mrs. Forbes was instrumental in the project to rediscover and celebrate El Camino Real. One commemorative bell monument that was particularly dear to her was at Campo de Cahuenga, the site where the 1847 Treaty of Cahuenga was signed, ending the hostilities in the Mexican-American War. Historian Phyllis Hansen will present the amazing story of how Mrs. A.S.C Forbes successfully helped make these projects commemorating California history a reality. This program is presented in partnership with The Shakespeare Club of Pasadena (founded in 1888).

The Out & About programs are reserved for PMH Members only
PRE-PAID RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
TICKETS: $30 per person per lecture

All programs take place at least in part outdoors. In case of rain, please consider your reservation a donation. Please note these events include walking and steps; flat shoes recommended.

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