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College Trip US History Huntington Trip
Trip of the Month -- US History
The HUNTINGTON: Interested in strolling through a traditional Chinese Garden, wandering around an opulent European estate, or visiting the desert country of Mexico? The Huntington Gardens offers this and so much more. When Henry E. Huntington, one of California's most powerful capitalists, purchased this property in 1903, it was only a citrus ranch. Huntington felt it was the most beautiful location in the world. He wanted to prove that the land and climate of Southern California could grow any kind of plant from around the globe. For 25 years, gardeners shaped the land, prepared the harsh desert soil and brought in hundreds of thousands of plants. Huntington not only collected rare plants, but also rare books and paintings. His mansion and library were designed to showcase these collections, and today the public is invited to wander the house and estate. Come put yourself in a millionaire's shoes: visit the world-renowned Huntington today.
EXTRA CREDIT ASSIGNMENT: 150 points possible
HUNTINGTON GARDENS INFORMATION: Call 626-405-2100
Visiting Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Noon-4:30pm Sat--Sun, 10:30 to 4:30 pm. CLOSED Tues and Holidays
Admission: $10.00 for students w/ I.D. $15.00 for adults ($20 on weekends and Monday Holidays) Admission is free to all visitors on the first Thursday of every month with advanced tickets.
DIRECTIONS:
· Take the 10 west to the 605 north, go north on the 605 to the 210 west.
· Exit the 210 Freeway at Allen Ave. and turn left (south) under the freeway.
· Allen Ave. ends at the entrance to Huntington Gardens
· Driving Time is 30 minutes. Expect to spend no less than 90 minutes there.
1. Analyzing 3 Documents from the Library Exhibit: Describe 3 primary source documents on display in the Library Exhibition Halls which relate to United States History. After converting the gathered information into 3 brief paragraphs, describe the insights you gathered from all 3 and then, explain which one you determined to be your personal favorite and why.
2. Appreciating Illuminated Manuscripts: After researching the history of illuminated manuscripts, name and describe three illuminated manuscripts currently on exhibit in the library building. Describe the process artists followed to create pages, ink, pens and the length of time required for completion. Which of these exhibits most impressed you and why? See http://www.huntington.org/huntingtonlibrary.aspx?id=554
4. Take Photos of Yourself in 5 locations: As soon as you arrive at the Huntington, find a map of the gardens, so you'll be able to find the following locations and plan a strategy for visiting them quickly. They are not in the best order below. Photo stops are spread out all over -- make sure you bring someone who can keep up with you. Photos must have you in them or they will not count. Each photo is worth 20 points when submitted with the short essay.
(Huntington Mansion) on the large terrace next to the house.
PHOTO #2 A picture of you in front of a barrel cactus at the desert garden.
PHOTO #3 A picture of you in front of the Moon Bridge at the Japanese garden.
PHOTO #4 A picture of you at the Zen Rock Garden.
PHOTO #5 A picture of you in front of the big fountain at the end of the North Vista.