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Upcoming 2025 Events

Saturday, June 28, 2025 : The Basics of Botanical Drawing
July 5 - August 29, 2025 : Modjeska at the Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach

Scroll down to see details for these events in posts below. Scroll below the 2025 events to see details on prior events.

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June 28, 2025

Free Art Class: The Basics of Botanical Drawing

Join OC Parks at Arden: Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens for Create in the Park!

Professional artist, Dawn Buckingham, will provide instruction and tips for capturing trees, foliage and gardens in your art. Artists of all levels are welcome to enjoy the tranquil grounds and draw inspiration from the historic structures, water features and gardens. Learn the basics of botanical drawing as a foundation of your art.

A guided tour about the history of Arden and Helena Modjeska’s artist life will also be included.

This program is designed for ages 12 and older. Materials are not provided, only art instruction. A list of recommended materials will be made available to all registered participants in advance of the program. Sun protection, water and snacks are recommended.

This program is free with free parking, but reservations are required due to limited parking on-site. To RSVP, visit OCParks.com for more information or contact the park office at (949) 923-2230.e defining architect of the gilded age of American architecture, Stanford White.

For more details and directions please click the invitation image below to open a larger PDF version.

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July 5 - August 29, 2025

Modjeska at the Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach

This year the renowned annual "Pageant of the Masters" event in Laguna Beach will be featuring art works of famous California artists. Helena Modjeska will be recognized as one of the great California artists.

There will be three works brought to life. One is the 1935 sculpture of Modjeska as Mary, Queen of Scots in Pearson Park Anaheim. The other two works are paintings by Modjeska from the Fairy Tale book which she created in the late 1800's. The recreations of these pieces for the Pageant using living actors are stunning and must be seen in person.

For a link to buy tickets to the Laguna Beach Pageant of the Masters please click the Pageant image below.

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Saturday, December 14, 2024
12 noon - 2:00 PM

Christmas Craft Making!!

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, you are invited to a join us at Helena Modjeska's Historic House and Gardens for the annual Christmas Victorian Children's Craft Making Program for children 5 years and older, including adults. Sponsored by the Helena Modjeska Foundation

Free, but space is limited. Take home a lovely Christmas craft for your tree and help us decorate our trees on display at the Helena Modjeska's Historic House.

Address: 29042 Modjeska Canyon, Silverado, CA 92676

All supplies provided but you must make a reservation to participate by emailing HeritageHill@OCparks.com, or calling (949) 923-2230 between 9AM and 5PM on Wednesday through Saturday.

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May 18, 2024

Helena Modjeska Birthday Celebration / Open House

On Saturday, May 18, 2024, you are invited to a Spring Open House and learn about the greatest Shakespearean actress of the 19th century. It will take place in Orange County at her home, the place she called Arden, created by the defining architect of the gilded age of American architecture, Stanford White.

For details, directions and instructions for registering, please read the invitation image below.

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July 23, 2024

Quarterly Newsletter - "News from Arden"

Available for Download

Helena Modjeska Foundation Board Member Douglas Westfall now assembles a quarterly newsletter for Arden, with coverage of past events, future plans, and the people connected to Arden. This newsletter is not mailed out but you can view it for free by clicking the newsletter image below. You may also print out the PDF file for anyone you'd like to pass it along to, or you may download the PDF file to email it to someone.

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Saturday, Deceber 9th, 2023 ; 11:30am - 1:30pm

Victorian Ornament Making at Modjeska's Arden

Come and enjoy Refreshments and Handmake a
Beautiful Period Christmas Ornament

Ages 6 to Adult ; FREE! All materials provided. Limited space.

Please register with name, phone number and number in your party attending:

Foundation@HelenaModjeska.net - Phone (310) 418-4309

Weather permitting!

Looking forward to seeing you!!

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October 7, 2023 ; 10:00am - 4:00pm

Helena Modjeska Birthday Celebration / Open House

On Saturday, October 7, 2023, you are invited to celebrate Helena Modjeska's Birthday with us and learn about the greatest Shakespearean actress of the 19th century. The celebration will take place in Orange County at her home, the place she called Arden, created by the defining architect of the gilded age of American architecture, Stanford White. For details and directions click the invite image below then scroll down:

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February 4, 2023 ; 11:30 am

Victorian Valentine Craft Event!

The Helena Modjeska Foundation will be sponsoring a Victorian Valentine Craft event at Modjeska’s Arden, 29042 Modjeska Canyon Rd, Modjeska Canyon, next Saturday, February 4th, at 11:30 am.

This event will honor Mdm. Modjeska’s many artistic talents and ❤️ her husband, son, and grandson!

The event is free. A brief tour of Arden is available afterward for the first 15 people to sign up. Sign up with OC Parks at (949) 923-2230

Please leave a message with your name, phone number and the number of people in your party. Mention whether you will be parking a vehicle. Adults and children 5 years old and above are welcome to participate.

Create a precious Valentine in the Victorian style for that special someone. Learn more about the amazing, original canyon resident, Madam Helena Modjeska, the woman for whom the canyon is named! Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you then! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

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