Newhall in Santa Clarita in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
William S. Hart Park and Museum
Photographed By Craig Baker, July 18, 2018
1. William S. Hart Marker
The Museum is the beautiful Spanish Colonial Revival style mansion atop the hill. Docent-led tours through this historic home highlight Mr. Hart’s impressive collection of Western artwork by noted artists Charles M. Russell, Frederic Remington, and Joe de Yong, as well as costumes and props from early Hollywood, personal furnishings and effects, and artifacts representing multiple Native American cultures.
The Museum also includes an historic 1910 Ranch House, located just inside the gate, which exhibits Hart’s tack and saddle collection, personal furnishings, and additional Hollywood memorabilia.
William S. Hart Park, which opened in 1958, is registered California Point of Historical Interest No. 564.
Erected by County of Los Angeles. (Marker Number 564.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment
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Location. 34° 22.582′ N, 118° 31.565′ W. Marker is in Santa Clarita, California, in Los Angeles County. It is in Newhall. Marker is at the intersection of Newhall Avenue and Main Street, on the left when traveling west on Newhall Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 24151 Newhall Avenue, Newhall CA 91321, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Newhall Ranch House (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); American Revolution (approx. 0.2 miles away); End of an Era (approx. 0.2 miles away); William J. Johnston Jr. (approx. 0.2 miles away); Saugus School Bell (approx. 0.2 miles away); Edison House (approx. ¼ mile away); American Bison (approx. ¼ mile away); Pioneer Oil Refinery (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Santa Clarita.
More about this marker. The mansion, built in 1927, is open Wed-Sun 11-4 with free tours on the hour. Access requires a short hike to the top of the hill.
Also see . . .
1. Hart Museum. (Submitted on July 23, 2018.)
2. Walk of Western Stars. Located along the sidewalks just outside of Hart Park. (Submitted on July 25, 2018.)
Photographed By Craig Baker, July 18, 2018
2. William S. Hart Marker
Located outside the park’s pedestrian gate on Newhall Ave
Photographed By Craig Baker, July 18, 2018
3. Hart Mansion
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4. Marker at Mansion
“This park has been dedicated by William S. Hart for the benefit of the American public of every race and creed.” Marker placed by request of William S. Hart.
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5. Inside the Mansion
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6. Photo on display in the Mansion
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7. Ranch House
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8. Inside the Ranch House
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9. Nearby Marker
William S. Hart is an honoree on the Walk of Western Stars in Newhall.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 23, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 581 times since then and 63 times this year. Last updated on July 25, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on July 23, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 7, 8, 9. submitted on July 25, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
