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The Gamble House

4 Westmoreland Place at Walnut, Pasadena, CA 91103
626-793-3334
Ranked #2 of 25 attractions in Pasadena
4.5 of 5 stars 59 Reviews
Type: Art Museums, Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings, Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Owner description: This historic landmark, owned and operated by the University of Southern California, is an excellent example of American Arts and Crafts style...... more » Owner description: This historic landmark, owned and operated by the University of Southern California, is an excellent example of American Arts and Crafts style architecture. « less
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Los Angeles
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Try the picnic on Tuesday. Peaceful, relaxing and a nice place to discover. The library is also very nice and lots of choices for architecture, decoration books etc... More

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Curitiba, PR
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

I would've love to be permitted to take photos, but anyway it was a great experience: being into an architectural masterpiece like this. More

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Pasadena, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

This Green and Green (the architects) is unique in all of Pasadena. It hails from the height of the arts and craft movement. There are no nails in this house. The wood, collected from all over world, is beautiful. Great landscaping in the back. The epitome of early 20th Century luxury living More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

If you are in the Pasadena area and enjoy architecture or appreciate craftsmanship (woodworking, leaded glass), please visit this house. The docent led tours last about 1 hour which I felt was quick because I wanted to linger in the rooms and take in the beauty. An earlier review on here states that this home was built for a member... More

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Haverford, Pennsylvania
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144 reviews 144 reviews
Reviews in 57 cities Reviews in 57 cities
78 helpful votes 78 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

The Gamble House is one of LA's architectural treasures. Thankfully this lovely house was given to USC and is loving preserved for future generations. The house is the only Greene and Greene house open for public tours. The tours run most days of the week and take one hour. You can buy your tickets at the charming book store. Well... More

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san francisco
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

I know I am supposed to love it, but I would hate to live there, and I found the tour claustrophobic. I found myself focusing on a few tiny details in the house that I liked, but lighting is very dim, and everything was so planned, that I can't imagine wanting to live there. You move a chair, and suddenly... More

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Manchester, New Hampshire
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

I am a novice woodworker with an interest in the Arts and Crafts Style. I had read about this house and always wanted to visit. I was completely astounded! All the furnishings are original to the house and nothing has been removed or changed. The woods and workmanship are completely overwhelming. I really can't add to the raves that are... More

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Orange County, CA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

The detail in the house is amazing and everything is so beautiful. More

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Brooklyn, New York
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

If it's your first trip to LA, go here before Venice Beach, Hollywood or Disneyland. If you live in LA I bet you never visited this exquisite gem! Go there! More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

If you have an interest in the Arts and Crafts Movement--even just an interest--don't miss Gamble. Sure, it's the perfect GreeneBros house, but also beautifully maintained, pleasant and knowledgeable guides (who do not condescend if you're not an expert). Some of the most beautiful woodwork and stained glass I've ever seen, and I've seen plenty. For my money, the most... More

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