William S. Hart Ranch and Museum

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A Member of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, William S. Hart Park is less than an hour's drive from most areas of Los Angeles. It is the former home and ranch of William S. Hart, silent film cowboy star and director. The Museum sits atop a hill within a large park area. The Spanish colonial Revival style mansion contains original furnishings, an impressive collection of western art, mementos of early Hollywood and Native American artifacts. In addition, there is a furnished 1910 ranch house which is open for unguided tours. For more information, please call (661) 254-4584 or email us at information@hartmuseum.org.


Cowboys and Carols
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Time: 7:00 pm

Celebrate the Holiday Season and Bill Hart's 145th birthday with an evening of good entertainment, refreshments, and company. Join the Cross Town Cowboys for a private performance in the beautiful Hart Museum! Ticket reservations are required and can be made at (661) 254-4584. Ticket price: $20 per person


Valentino for Valentine's
February 13, 2010
6:00 pm

Join us on Saturday, February 13th, for an evening of Rudolph Valentino, the romance king himself! The evening will include a special display of Valentino artifacts, catered dinner, and screening of Valentino's Son of the Sheik. Advance ticket purchase is required and can be made by calling 661-254-4584. Ticket Price: $40 per person. Sorry, no refunds will be permitted.


Jazz at Hart
March 19, 2010
8:00 pm

Experience the Lori Andrews JazHarp Trio in the beautiful Hart Museum! Jazz up your evening with harpist Lori Andrews who was described by Scott Yanow of “The All Music Guide to Jazz” as a musician who “shows that her delicate instrument can be used to produce swinging, soulful, funky and stomping music.” Reservations are required. Please call 661-254-4584 for ticket reservations. Tickets Price: $10 Members/$15 Non-Members.

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William S. Hart Ranch and Museum

Huell Howser Strikes Gold at the Hart!
William S. Hart Park & Museum will be featured as one of Huell Howser's California Golden Parks. Be sure to view Huell Howser's show to see why William S. Hart Park & Museum is named one of California's Golden Parks. Check your local television listing for viewing dates.

Huell Howser pictured with William S. Hart Museum Volunteers Bill Crowl and Jack C. Stewart
Huell Howser pictured with William S. Hart
Museum Volunteers Bill Crowl and Jack C. Stewart


Volunteers Wanted

Come be a part of Historic Downtown Newhall, volunteer at the William S. Hart Museum! The William S. Hart Museum is in need of volunteers to work in the gift shop during weekdays. You will have a chance to learn about the fascinating life of this famous silent western film star and his 265 acre ranch while working with visitors. If you are interested please contact Ayesha Saletore at (661) 254-4584.

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