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6 San Dimas Festival of Arts The San Dimas Festival of Arts began in 1977 as a Chamber of Commerce venture under the guidance of John Walgren, the Executive Director at the time. This non-profit organization was first known as the Festival of Western Arts and held it’s first Annual Western Art Exhibition & Sale in April 1977. The aim as part of the Mission Statement was to preserve the history and cultural heritage of our American West. As the exhibition draws artists from across the nation, it is now known as the National Western Art Exhibition & Sale. The 33rd Exhibition was held in April of 2009. Hundreds of volunteers throughout the years have made this a success, making it possible to bring a second show to the city of San Dimas, the Wildlife Art Show. This show is held every October and celebrates its 14th year in 2010. In keeping with its Mission Statement to “enrich life in the community through enjoyment and appreciation of the fine and applied arts”, the Festival is now known as the Festival of Arts. In its effort to bring credit and distinction to the city of San Dimas, the Festival has sponsored six public art projects: a bronze statue, “A Welcome Sight”, a 40-foot stone mural, “Between the Sun and the Moon”; a small sculpture, “Catching Frogs”, a bronze, “Cornerstones of Freedom”; the “Angel of San Dimas”, and a life-sized four-figured bronze, “Our Neighborhood Sheriff ’s Station”. The close involvement of the Festival with the City of San Dimas in the planning and execution of the Walker House renovation has included the procurement of a federal grant and numerous money raising events. The completion of the restoration of this historical grand old mansion is an event of pride the whole community of San Dimas can share. The Festival is now sponsoring rotating art shows in the 2nd Story Gallery in the Walker House. These exhibits are held the 2nd and 3rd Friday and Saturday of every month from 5 – 9 pm. The rotation shows are of different types of art executed by professionals and students. Encouragement of student artists has long been a priority of the Festival. Student art has been included in both the Western and Wildlife Art shows. Professional artists judge the student work and offer their advice and encouragement. All art shows are offered to the public as cultural and entertaining events with no fee for attendance. SPRING SHOW National Western Art Exhibition & Sale Late April FALL SHOW Wildlife Art Show & Sale Late October New! 2nd Story Gallery Shows & Sale Monthly, the Second & Third Fridays & Saturdays In the Walker House 121 N. San Dimas Ave. San Dimas, CA Information: (909) 599-5374 or www.SanDimasArts.com The office is located in the historic Walker House at 121 N. San Dimas Avenue, San Dimas. Please call to learn about the many ways you can become involved in the Festival of Arts and its cultural events. Phone/Fax: 909/599-5374 or www.sandimasarts.com.
San Dimas Historical Society The Society was established in 1965 with Mrs. Harry Walker’s extensive personal collection of photographs, scrapbooks and notebooks as the foundation of the ever-growing collection. The Society’s purpose is to preserve the past and record the continuing history of San Dimas to share with future generations. Local historical sites are recognized with bronze plaques and the Society offers two dinner meetings each year, a local “Antiques from Your Home” show and an Ice Cream Social. The San Dimas Historical Society also takes part in the annual Western Days celebration with displays and offers an extensive line of San Dimas souvenirs for sale. The souvenirs are also available at the Society’s gift shop located on the second floor of the Walker House. Displays are maintained in the foyer of San Dimas City Hall and at the Society’s museum located on the second floor of the historic Walker House. The museum is opened the first and third Saturday of each month from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Docent led tours of the historic Walker House are available the second Saturday of each month. Tours will meet on the front veranda of the Walker House and groups of approximately 15 people will be guided through the house at 10 minute intervals starting at 10:00 am – with the last tour group leaving the veranda at 10:50 am. There is no charge for the tour. Space is limited. If you would like further information or reservations, please call (909) 592-1190. A walking tour of the historic part of San Dimas is conducted on the third Saturday in February, May, August and November. People interested in the tours should meet on the veranda of the historic Walker House at 9:00 am. The cost is $5 per person and everyone attending will receive a walking tour booklet. If it is raining at 8:00 am, the tour will be cancelled. Membership in the society is open to everyone interested in preserving or learning about the local history. Please visit our website www.sandimashistorical.org or call (909) 592-1190 for current hours of operation and further information. Pacific Railroad Museum Housed in the former AT&SF train depot in old town San Dimas, the Pacific Railroad Society operates the Pacific Railroad Museum. The depot has been restored by the Society to represent a working railroad station with displays of authentic artifacts and exhibits of railroading. The museum also houses an extensive research library containing books, documents, maps, and photographs dating back to the 1930’s. Admission to the Museum is free. The Museum is open Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM and Wednesdays from 1 PM to 5 PM. The San Dimas Pacific Railroad Museum, staffed by volunteers, is located at 210 West Bonita Avenue between Cataract and Monte Vista Avenues next to the railroad tracks. Address: In the AT&SF Depot – 210 West Bonita Avenue, San Dimas 91773 Phone: (909) 394-0616 Web site: www.pacificrailroadsociety.org 2003 © Photografx Worldwide LLC and/or Wayne Salvatti 909-394-3077 7
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