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Gamble House
Gamble House Review
Built by Charles and Henry Greene in 1908, this is a spectacular example of American Arts and Crafts bungalow architecture. The term bungalow can be misleading, since the Gamble House is a huge three-story home. To wealthy Easterners such as the Gambles (as in Procter & Gamble), this type of vacation home seemed informal compared with their mansions back home. What makes admirers swoon is the incredible amount of handcraftsmanship, including a teak staircase and cabinetry, Greene and Greene-designed furniture, and an Emil Lange glass door. The dark exterior has broad eaves, with sleeping porches on the second floor. An hour-long, docent-led tour of the Gamble's interior will draw your eye to the exquisite details. If you want to see more Greene and Greene homes, buy a self-guided tour map of the neighborhood in the bookstore.
- Address: 4 Westmoreland Pl., Pasadena, CA, 91103 | Map It
- Phone: 626/793--3334
- Cost: $10
- Hours: Thurs.-Sun. noon-3; tickets go on sale Thurs.-Sat. at 10, Sun. at 11:30. 1-hr tour every 15-20 min
- Website: www.gamblehouse.org
- Location: Pasadena and Environs
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Member Reviews
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jahlie, from Los Angeles
I agree, if you're interested in Arts and Crafts architecture, the Gamble House is a worthwhile stop. The docents are more knowledgeable than most, enthusiastic and friendly. It's quite an education. The entire neighborhood is lovely and worth a stroll as well. I've lived in LA for 18 years and only got around to visiting a couple of weeks ago!
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yk, from Boston
Anyone who's interested in the Arts & Crafts Movement should not miss the Gamble House. It is a gem, and the interior designs and decorations are absolutely beautiful. The gift shop also sells a neighborhood map which lists other Arts & Crafts houses.
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