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Norton Simon Museum
411 W. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101; (626) 449-6840; E-mail: art@nortonsimon.org;
Open: Wedz-Mon Noon-6PM (Exc Jan 1st / Dec 25th / Thanksgiving);

The Museum was founded in 1924 as the Pasadena Art Institute. The present building, designed by Ladd & Kelsey, opened in 1969 as the Pasadena Art Museum. It was reorganized in 1974 under the direction of Norton Simon. To make the galleries of the Museum more compatible with the art in the superb Norton Simon Collection, the Museum has undergone an extensive remodeling of the building and gardens, complete October 1999. In collaboration with the Museum board and the art department, acclaimed architect Frank O. Gehry has redesigned the Museum's 51,000 square feet of gallery space. Noted California landscape designer Nancy Goslee Power has transformed the outdoor space into a new 79,000 square foot sculpture garden inspired by Claude Monet's Giverny, with a natural pond at its center.

Located at the corner of Colorado and Orange Grove Blvds, exhibits art from the early Renaissance to the present. Also other artwork including Southeast Asian and East Indian sculpture.

Major collections include:


14th-16th Century - Early European paintings, sculpture and tapestry
17th-18th Century - Rich in works from Italy, Spain, France and the Netherlands
19th Century - Art from Barbizon School, Nabis, Impressionists and Post-Impressionists
20th Century - Notable works by European and American artists
South Asian - Art of the Indian sub-continent and Southeast Asia
New Acquisitions - Showcase of recent gifts to the museum

Pasadena Hilton Resort 168 South Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101; This cozy boutique-style hotel in the heart of Pasadena, California has recently gone through a multi-million dollar renovation. Each of the resort's 296 guest rooms are designed with technology in mind and equipped with the 'Smart Desk.' Each room features two 2-line telephones with voicemail, data port, wireless high-speed internet access, desk-level outlets, laptop tray, as well as an ergonomically correct chair.

Pasadena Westin Resort 191 North Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101; The Westin Pasadena is located in the heart of downtown and within walking distance of historic old town, restaurants, museums, shopping, and the Pasadena Conference Center. This California Resort features contemporary comfort, a well-stocked library, and a rooftop pool with big city views. This facility has 18 meeting rooms to host everything from intimate events to corporate meetings. The Pasadena Westin features the signature Heavenly Bed, with pillow-top mattress, is standard in every room. Try out workout room and exercise in the privacy of your own room with guided DVDs and equipment.

Pasadena Sheraton Resort 303 East Cordova Street, Pasadena, CA 91101; Location: the corner of Cordova Street and Marengo Avenue. This great California Sheraton Resort is located just one block south of the historic Paseo Colorado Shopping Village in downtown Pasadena. The hotel features a full-service, 24-hour business center and a well-equipped fitness center with Life Fitness treadmills, Lifecycle and multi-station gym equipment. Guests can enjoy California-style dining in Restaurant Soleil, or a delicious happy-hour hors d'oeuvres buffet from Charlie's Bar. The hotel also offers a free shuttle to dining, shopping, and entertainment within a five-mile radius.