Helen Hunt Jackson’s 1884 classic California novel, Ramona, will come to life at the “Home of Ramona” as we celebrate all things Ramona. In addition to seeing vignettes from the play (11:00, 1:00, and 3:00), visitors can watch the 1910 Mary Pickford movie filmed on location at Camulos, view unique memorabilia and historic displays, experience living history and attend presentations by Ramona experts such as “Ramona Memories “ author Dydia DeLyser, Ramona pageant historian Phil Brigandi, and film maker Hugh Munro Neely.
There will also be food, music, dance, art and craft sales and demonstrations, original artwork by local artists, museum and garden tours, free children’s activities and more. Visitors are encouraged to come in costume and character for a fun experience. View the 2009 event filmed for Roger Martin’s Out and About series: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UmGbXwCMao .
In order to encourage wide community participation, admission fees are reasonable with advance tickets for $5, and gate admission $10. Children aged 12 and under will be free. Advance tickets are now available in person at our gift shop, via email, phone, mail, and at will call. Additional details will be posted at www.ranchocamulos.org / 805-521-1501 as available.
Vendor, volunteer, and sponsorship opportunities are also available for this unique event. All proceeds benefit the historical preservation, restoration, and educational efforts of this 501(c) 3 museum.
Rancho Camulos is located on HWY 126, 2 miles East of Piru / 10 miles west of the I-5 Newhall Ranch Road exit. Also go to the website for information on the November 6 gala fundraiser featuring Pickford’s Ramona with live musical accompaniment. $5 / Gate: $10/ age 12 and under free. Visit www.ranchocamulos.org / 805-521-1501.
