A Lunchtime Conversation with Artist Cha-Rie Tang & Save the Tiles
$99 Nonmembers | $79 Members
Time: 11:30am-2:00pm
This event is generously sponsored by:
Join us for lunch and an intimate conversation with ceramic artist Cha-Rie Tang and PMH Executive Director Jeannette O’Malley as they explore Cha-Rie’s artistic journey into the world of Batchelder tile, her meaningful connection with the late Dr. Robert Winter, and the creation of her retrospective exhibition for the PMH. Cha-Rie Tang, founder of Pasadena Craftsman Tile, is an accomplished architect, artisan, designer, and public artist. For this special presentation, she will curate a selection of fifteen tiles from PMH’s Batchelder Tile Collection, thoughtfully pairing each with one of her own tiles. Together, these tile pairings offer a compelling exploration of craftsmanship, history, and artistic legacy.
The event is a partnership with both Pasadena Heritage and Save The Tiles for Craftsman Week. We will also have a conversation with Stanley Zucker from Save The Tiles and Zoot Velasco from Pasadena Heritage. The luncheon will take place at the Blinn House with a mini-exhibit from the Pasadena Museum collection and the artist, and a separate mini-collection from Save The Tiles of tiles rescued from the Eaton Fire. The lunch will be a full buffet including Chicken Parmesan, (vegetarian) Pasta Premivera, roasted veggies, a nice salad, and complimentary wine for each table.
All ticket holders will receive complimentary admission to Cha-Rie Tang’s retrospective exhibition, on view at PMH from October 4, 2025, through January 18, 2026.
Keynote Lecture by Brett Waterman
Lecture only: $40 non-members | $32 Members
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Brett Waterman is an architectural preservationist and widely known as the host of the popular television show Restored on the Magnolia Network, HGTV, and the Warner Brothers Discovery Networks.
Brett has been restoring historic structures for more than 30 years in Southern California. His unique approach to restoration is rooted in the historical understanding of each property and how the structure was originally designed. Brett’s projects have ranged in style of architecture from Victorian to Mid-Century Modern.
He has a passion and love for all buildings large and small. He has restored 10,000 square foot mansions with extensive gardens to 700 square foot cottages in small towns.
His portfolio of design work demonstrates how any home or building can meet the needs of a modern-day lifestyle without sacrificing architectural integrity. Brett’s preservation goals are to ensure that each home or project is designed and restored to be sustainable and timeless in hopes that we are saving our architectural history and open spaces for future generations.
Brett lives in Redlands, California, and he has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Lecture & Meet & Greet Reception with Brett Waterman
$120 Members | $150 non-members
Time: 7:15pm-8:30pm
Join us for a memorable evening featuring a special lecture by Brett Waterman, host of the popular TV series Restored, followed by an exclusive meet and greet reception at the historic Blinn House.
This ticket includes admission to both the lecture and the reception, where you’ll have the rare opportunity to connect with Brett in an intimate setting. Enjoy wine and a selection of fine desserts while mingling with fellow preservation enthusiasts inside this architectural gem.
Limited to 50 guests for the reception — secure your spot today!
One-hour Docent-led Tour of the Gamble House
$20 per person | $17 for Seniors, Students, and 13-18 years
Tours begin at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
The Gamble House is a National Historic Landmark and exemplifies the work of Greene & Greene, the Pasadena firm whose architecture and furnishings helped to shape the American Arts and Crafts movement and contributed significantly to Southern California’s early 20th century artistic heritage and built environment. Your docent will lead an hour-long exploration of the house and its history through rooms lined with rare woods, featuring handcrafted details, fixtures, and furnishings designed by the architects and unique to the house.