HomeMy WebLinkAboutLB Agenda: 03/01/2023CITY OF ARCADIA
Arcadia Museum Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday March 1, 2023 5:00 p.m.
Location: Museum Education Center, 382 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL OF MUSEUM COMMISSION MEMBERS:
Billie Tone, Chairperson
Marilyn Daleo, Chairperson Pro Tempore
Angela Yang-Ayala, Commissioner
Janalee Shimmin, Commissioner
Virginia Blitz, Commissioner
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any individual wishing to speak before the Museum Commission is limited to five (5) minutes per
person, unless waived by the Museum Commission. Under the Brown Act, the Museum
Commission is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted
agenda. The matter may automatically be referred to staff for appropriate response or action or
may be placed on the agenda of a future meeting.
REPORTS FROM MUSEUM COMMISSION MEMBERS / LIAISONS
Announcements / Statements / Future Agenda Items
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Museum Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available
for public inspection at the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage located at 380 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California, during normal
business hours.
DIRECTOR REPORTS
Announcements / Statements / Reports
a. Director’s Update
b. Curator’s Report and Updates
c. Museum Education Coordinator’s Update
d. Grants
e. Interns and Volunteers
f. Programs
g. Exhibits
h. Collections
i. Flyers
To Climb a Gold Mountain
13th Annual Juried Photography Contest and Exhibition
History Talk Series
Preservation Workshop Series
Educational Kits
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and can be acted on by
one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of the
Museum Commission, staff, or the public requests that a specific item be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate discussion and action.
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of January 4, 2023
Recommended action: Approve
ADJOURNMENT
The Museum Commission will adjourn this meeting to Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. in the
Museum Education Center at 382 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia.
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The Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage
Museum Curator’s Report
January – February 2023
January 2023 February 2023
In-person Visitors: 180 In-person Visitors February 1-17: 131
Virtual Visitors: Virtual Visitors for February 1-16:
Facebook: 7,528 Facebook: 1,420
Instagram: 1,328 I Instagram: 428
Twitter: 1,648 Twitter: 419
Website: 887 Website: 330
HIGHLIGHTS
The Gilb Museum had its first History Talk on January 7
on Arcadia’s Participation in the Rose Parade. The first
Preservation Workshop of the series took place on
February 4 with 15 participants.
COLLECTIONS AND INTERNS
The Gilb Museum was once again awarded the California Revealed Cataloging California grant.
The Museum will hire Intern Jonathan Ornelas to work on the Ruth and Charles Gilb Collection,
which consists of over 700 items. Once the collection has been processed, it is the Curator’s goal
to have this collection also nominated for the California Revealed / California State Library online
repository.
Volunteer Deborah Cordano is working on the Anthony W. Wilkinson Collection transcription using
FromThePage software. She is reviewing all letters previously transcribed by the community to
complete the project the Museum has worked on since 2020. She is also working with Curator
Stevy Acevedo in reviewing potential grants for the Museum.
Curatorial and Collections Fall intern, Matthew Gomberg has finished his internship with the
Museum. Intern Gomberg cataloged over 175 items from the Museum’s collection. He has been
given a job opportunity at the Autry Museum and has been accepted to the John Hopkins Museum
Studies Masters program.
The Museum’s new spring interns are Maria Barrios, a current student at Cal State Dominguez
Hills, studying anthropology, and Zackary Ostrowski, a recent graduate from UCLA. Ms. Barrios
is currently working on the inventory, curation and digitization of the Santa Anita Athletic Club
Collection. Mr. Oskroski is working on preschool lesson plans for the Fall and the curation and
digitization of the Stanford (Sandy) Silverstein Collection.
An inventory of all items donated during this time period:
Daniella Martin donated five Bob’s Big Boy fries
containers, which were on display during the John F.
Martin Recalling the Day: Old School Arcadia
exhibit.
Marilyn Daleo donated items, including
photographs and programs, during her participation
with the Arcadia Tournament of Roses Association
during the 1970’s and 1980’s.
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Tony Parrille donated his Arcadia Apache Joe watch.
Stevy Acevedo donated The Chandelier Room at Santa Anita Park wine cup.
EXHIBITS
The last day for John F. Martin’s Recalling the Day: Old School Arcadia exhibit was Saturday,
January 7, 2023. It was a very popular exhibit to past and current Arcadia residents to go back in
time and see past businesses and restaurants no longer here today.
Curator Stevy Acevedo, staff member Rebecca Andersen,
and many of the Museum's volunteers and interns worked
on the installation of the temporary Red Envelope Exhibit.
Approximately 180 envelopes were created by community
members of all ages for the exhibit which highlights this
year's animal, the year of the rabbit. The exhibit highlights
Lunar New Year which is celebrated by many different
cultures around the world, including Chinese, Vietnamese,
and Korean.
ADMINISTRATION
On February 7, Curator Acevedo attended the Arcadia PTA Honorary Service Awards and
Founders' Day meeting. At the meeting, she shared what current events and programs are
available for the Arcadia community.
The Friends of the Arcadia Museum (FAM) conducted their January and February board meetings
in the Museum Education Center. Curator Acevedo discussed current and ongoing projects with
the Board members and asked them to volunteer at some of these events. The Friends also
discussed the setup of the first History Talk of the year on January 7 on Arcadia’s participation in
the Rose Parade. The next history talk is on March 4. Two Board Members, Don Fandry and
Joanna Liang, also volunteered at the first Preservation Workshop on February 4. Their next
meeting will take place on March 2 in the Museum Education Center.
Curator Acevedo is working on the City of Arcadia Capital Improvement Project for the restoration
of the Peacock Fountain located at Los Angeles County Park on the corner of Huntington Drive
and Santa Anita Ave. Three conservation companies have been contacted to submit bids on the
work before February 24.
EDUCATION and PROGRAMMING
Curator Acevedo conducted the first History Talk program of the year on January 7 on Arcadia’s
participation in the Rose Parade. Special guests were also invited to speak, including Leah Cullen,
Lee Shimmin, Marilyn Daleo, and Chris and Carol McGuire.
Curator Acevedo conducted the first Preservation Workshop for
this year. The Photograph Preservation Workshop had 15
participants. Many participants were happy to learn techniques
used in museums that they can use to preserve their personal and
family memorabilia. Many enjoyed taking material, also as part of
their free preservation kit, which were generously funded by the
Friends of the Arcadia Museum. The next preservation workshop
will be on April 1 on digitization.
The Gilb Museum has received several requests for school programs, including from Hugo Reid
Elementary, Baldwin Stocker Elementary, and Camino Grove Elementary for programs such as
Tongva Time, Then vs. Now, and People Who Make a Difference. In total, the Gilb Museum has
16 school programs scheduled between February and May. The Gilb Museum teen volunteers
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have created small packets to give each student that contain Gilb Museum stickers and a Gilb
Museum pencil.
The Gilb Museum has also been receiving Girl Scout program requests and has two programs
scheduled in February and March, one for Good Neighbor and one for Celebrating Community.
Curator Acevedo conducted a tour for the Wider Circle group on Friday,
February 17. Wider Circle brought 24 people to the tour to visit the
Museum and learn more about the City of Arcadia history.
For upcoming events, the Museum will be hosting its second History
Talk of the year on Saturday, March 4 on Elias Jackson “Lucky” Baldwin.
The Museum has also scheduled a documentary screening of To Climb
a Gold Mountain on Saturday, March 18 at 10am and 2pm. The first
showing will include a Q&A with co-Director Dr. Alex Azmi after the film.
MARKETING
Museum staff continue to promote the Museum’s collection as well as events on its social media
platforms. The Museum’s monthly newsletter through MailChimp has also been very popular with
almost 1,000 subscribers. The Gilb Museum has many scheduled social media posts to help the
public become aware of the new Educational Kits and upcoming programs.
VOLUNTEERS
The museum has had a great start to the year with many volunteers returning after the holiday
break. The museum has also opened its application once again for teen volunteers and has
received six applications so far. The teen volunteers have been very busy constructing the
Museum’s Educational Kits. They have completed construction of kits until September, including
Mammals of Arcadia, Reptiles of Arcadia, Flowers and Fungi of Arcadia, and Native Trees of
Arcadia, for a total of 800 kits.
The Gilb Museum has also reopened the applications for Teen Volunteer Leaders. Teen
Volunteer Leaders are responsible for overseeing other teen volunteers and are tasked with
additional responsibilities such as giving Museum tours. Teen Leaders are required to reapply
each calendar year.
Volunteer hours:
January 1 – February 17: 392 hours
Submitted by Curator Stevy Acevedo and Director of Library & Museum Services, Darlene Bradley
SATURDAY,
MARCH 18, 2023
F i l m S c r e e n i n g &
Q &A w i t h
C o -D i r e c t o r
D r . A l e x A z m i
First Screening: 10:00am
Q&A: 11:00am
Second screening: 2:00pm
The Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage
380 West Huntington Drive Arcadia, California 91007
(626) 574-5440 Museum@arcadiaca.gov
www.ArcadiaCA.gov/Museum
This movie tells the stories of four women of Asian descent who lived
in America from the 1850s to the present day. The women came from
different backgrounds and lived dramatically different lives.
Each woman's story represents a distinct theme of struggle and
triumph, and ushers in the succeeding story leading up to the
present time. Through these stories, the film tracks the progression,
evolution and legacy of the immigrants in America as they integrate
into the fabric of America.
The Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage Presents:
T h e G i l b M u s e u m o f A r c a d i a H e r i t a g e
3 8 0 W . H u n t i n g t o n D r i v e A r c a d i a , C A 9 1 0 0 7
O p e n T u e s d a y - S a t u r d a y , 1 0 a m -1 2 p m & 1 p m - 4 p m
6 2 6 .5 7 4 .5 4 4 0 | w w w .A r c a d i a c a .g o v /M u s e u m
The 13th Annual
Arcadia Juried Photography Contest & Exhibition
Accepting Submissions: March 21 - April 8
Opening Reception: April 29 at 10:30am
Exhibit: April 29 - July 15
2 0 2 3 T H E M E : N A T U R E
T H E G I L B M U S E U M O F A R C A D I A H E R I T A G E P R E S E N T S :
November 4
September 9
Arcadia's Participation in the
Rose Parade
THE GILB MUSEUM OF ARCADIA HERITAGE PRESENTS:
HISTORY TALKS SERIES
2023
January 7
The Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage
380 West Huntington Drive Arcadia, CA 91007
(626)574-5440 www.Arcadiaca.gov/Museum
May 6
March 4
Join the Gilb Museum Staff as we learn about historical figures and special
events that are important to the history of the City of Arcadia.
Elias Jackson "Lucky" Baldwin
Clara Baldwin-Stocker
Anita M. Baldwin
History of Santa Anita Park
Photograph
Workshop
Paper
Workshop
F E B R U A R Y 4
The Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage
380 West Huntington Drive Arcadia, California 91007
(626)574-5440 Museum@arcadiaca.gov
www.ArcadiaCA.gov/Museum
Join Museum staff in a series of workshops and demonstrations on
how you can preserve your personal and family history. Learn
preservation methods used by museum professionals and see
examples from the Museum collections.
Digitization
Workshop
Textile
Workshop
Art
Workshop
Genealogy
Workshop
P R E S E R V A T I O N W O R K S H O P S E R I E S 2023
T h e G ilb M u s e u m o f A r c ad i a He ri t age P r es e nts:
A P R I L 1 J U N E 3
A U G U S T 1 2 O C T O B E R 7 D E C E M B E R 1 6
10:00AM
T h e G i l b M u s e u m o f A r c a d i a H e r i t a g e
3 8 0 W . H u n t i n g t o n D r i v e A r c a d i a , C A 9 1 0 0 7
O p e n T u e s d a y - S a t u r d a y , 1 0 a m -1 2 p m & 1 p m - 4 p m
6 2 6 .5 7 4 .5 4 4 0 | w w w .A r c a d i a c a .g o v /M u s e u m
The Gilb Museum is happy to offer free kits to the local community. Each kit comes with a short history
lesson and the materials necessary to complete some fun crafts! Each kit will only be available for a
limited time. Applications for kits can be found on the Museum's website.
Contact the Gilb Museum for more details.
M A M M A L S O F A R C A D I A
R E P T I L E S O F A R C A D I A
F L O W E R S A N D F U N G I O F A R C A D I A
N A T I V E T R E E S O F A R C A D I A
I N S E C T S O F A R C A D I A
B I R D S O F A R C A D I A
Available
beginning
January 3
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March 7
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May 2
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August 1
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October 3
Available
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November 28
Learn about different mammals that can be found throughout Arcadia,
including squirrels, mountain lions, and more! Comes with bonus Year of
the Rabbit lesson and craft.
Educational Kits 2022Educational Kits 2023Educational Kits 2023
This kit will inspire any herpetologist. Learn about some some common
Arcadia-area critters, like the Western fence lizard, and some less
common creatures, like rattlesnakes.
Learn about two different types of organisms - flowers and fungus - that
both bloom throughout Arcadia and the surrounding regions.
There are many different types of trees that can be found throughout
Arcadia. In this kit learn about native trees, and how they are part of
Arcadia history.
Throughout Arcadia there are many types of insects. Some fly, some
crawl, and some burrow. Learn about some of these insects in this kit!
Comes with bonus Scary Spiders Science activity!
Calling all budding ornithologists! Arcadia is known for the amazing birds
that can be found throughout the city. Can you think of one? Learn about
birds and bird science in this kit!
January 3 - February 25
March 7 - April 29
May 2 - June 24
August 1 - September 30
October 3 - November 18
November 28 - December 30
MUSEUM COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2023
CALL TO ORDER – Chairperson Pro Tempore Marilyn Daleo called the meeting to order at 5:02
p.m. in the Museum Education Center.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Chairperson Pro Tempore Daleo
ROLL CALL: Chairperson Pro Tempore Marilyn Daleo, Commissioners Ginny Blitz, Janalee
Shimmin, Angela Yang-Ayala; Councilmember April Verlato (City Council Liaison);
Director of Library and Museum Services Darlene Bradley, Library Services
Managers Samantha Alba, Pat Smith; Museum Curator Stevy Acevedo
ABSENT: Chairperson Billie Tone
MOTION TO EXCUSE ABSENCE: Commissioner Blitz moved to excuse Chairperson Tone’s
absence. Commissioner Shimmin seconded the motion, which was passed on a
voice vote.
AYES: Chairperson Pro Tempore Daleo, Commissioners Blitz, Shimmin, Yang-Ayala
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chairperson Tone
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None
REPORTS FROM MUSEUM COMMISSION MEMBERS / LIAISONS: Councilmember Verlato
reported that there are three new City Councilmembers—Sharon Kwan (District 2), Eileen Wang
(District 3), and Michael Cao (District 5). The final lawsuit pertaining to the recent election was
dismissed. The cost of the three lawsuits was approximately $167,000. Chairperson Pro Tempore
Daleo reported that Chairperson Tone gave a presentation on an elephant sanctuary in
Tennessee to the Woman’s Club.
REPORT FROM THE DIRECTOR: Director Bradley reported Kathy Meacham retired from the
Library after 48 years. Margaret Lindstrom is the new Principal Librarian for the Cataloging and
Acquisitions Department. Jamie Belcher, a full-time Technician in Account Services, left this week
for a new position at Pomona College. Samantha Alba was introduced as the new Library Services
Manager. Brittani Alberto has resigned her position as Museum Education Coordinator. Her last
day is January 12. The process of replacing her has started and three interviews are scheduled
for next week for substitute help. Rebecca Anderson has been filling in for her and has been very
helpful.
REPORT FROM THE CURATOR: Curator Acevedo reported that the Museum was very busy
during November and December, highlighted by December’s Snow Festival. The Museum’s snow
globe craft was enjoyed by 525 visitors. Volunteers, including Commissioner Blitz, members of
the Friends of the Museum Board, and teen volunteers—a total of 18 to 20 people—helped. They
gave out 200 activity kits as well. The Friends of the Museum staffed a booth at the Snow Festival.
Museum and Library staff attended the Downtown Arcadia Holiday Festival and gave out 300
gingerbread men. As part of a three-year grant, a new intern will be working on the Gilb collection.
The California Revealed newsletter highlighted the Museum’s work on the Wilkinson collection.
David Wilson, a former member of Arcadia’s Fire Department donated, among other items, a
booklet on Anokia school, possibly from the 1940s or 1950s. Museum staff have been working on
exhibits at City Hall and City Council Chambers. Staff are also working on the Red Envelope
exhibit. The John Martin exhibit ends this week. The Museum received Getty grants for two paid
interns and a California Revealed grant. The Curator met with Pete Siberell to discuss preserving
some of the horse barns at Santa Anita Racetrack because of their historical significance.
Educational kits are being prepared. The Museum’s volunteers have contributed over 5,000
hours. Four new unpaid volunteers were interviewed. The Curator reviewed the flyers for
upcoming programs, including an upcoming History Talk on Arcadia’s participation in the Rose
Parade, a preservation workshop in early February, the Red Envelope program, and the annual
photo contest exhibit.
Consent Calendar
a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of November 2, 2022
Recommended action: Approve
Commissioner Yang-Ayala moved to approve Consent Calendar Item “a”, which was seconded
by Commissioner Shimmin, and carried on a voice vote.
AYES: Chairperson Pro Tempore Daleo, Commissioners Blitz, Shimmin, Yang-Ayala
NOES: None
ABSENT: Chairperson Tone
Adjournment
Chairperson Pro Tempore Daleo adjourned the meeting at 5:32 p.m. to Wednesday, March 1,
2023, at 5 p.m., in the Museum Education Center at 382 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia.
Approved:
Darlene Bradley, Director of Library and Museum Services
Prepared by: Pat Smith, Library Services Manager