2026 Anniversary Celebration:

50 Years of Claremont Heritage & 100 Years of the Garner House

SUMMER IS HERE! JUNE-JULY-AUG EVENTS



download and print calendar HERE

Mid-century Modern Renovation/Restoration Workshop

THURS JUNE 25 | 6:00 PM

THURSDAY JUNE 25 | 6:00 - 8:00 | Mid-century Modern Renovation/Restoration Workshop | Ginger Elliott Center at Garner House

840 N Indian Hill Blvd. Claremont, CA 91711

Join Jesse Emmert, Lead Designer at HartmanBaldwin, for an engaging discussion on the restoration and renovation of Mid-Century Modern homes. Drawing on years of experience working with architecturally significant properties, Emmert will share best practices for preserving the character-defining features that make these homes unique while thoughtfully adapting them for contemporary living.

Topics will include identifying original design elements worth preserving, selecting appropriate materials and finishes, addressing common renovation challenges, improving energy efficiency without compromising historic integrity, and balancing modern updates with respect for the home's original architectural vision. Emmert will also touch on what the Mills Act can impact your restoration project. Whether you are a homeowner, preservation enthusiast, architect, designer, or simply a fan of Mid-Century Modern design, this workshop will provide practical insights and inspiration for stewarding these iconic homes into the future.

REGISTER HERE

MARCIANO MARTINEZ

PAINTINGS | EXHIBITION

SAT, JUNE 27th | 5:00 - 8:00 pm | ARTIST CLOSING RECEPTION

SAT, JUNE 27th | 5:00 - 8:00 pm | ARTIST CLOSING RECEPTION

Ginger Elliott Center | 840 N Indian Hill Blvd. | FREE

Exhibition runs through

SAT JUNE 27th with a Closing Reception from 5:00 - 8:00pm

Exhibition Open Mon -Fri through June 26th | 10:00am – 3:00pm | Enter via Garner House | FREE

Marciano Martinez is a plein air artist who works in watercolor, acrylic, and oil. He is known for painting scenes from nature and the environment, capturing the atmosphere and emotion of a particular moment with remarkable sensitivity.

IMAGE - Marciano Martinez - Laguna Rocks

CELEBRATE 100 YEARS OF ROUTE 66

CARS & COFFEE

ROUTE 66 REVISITED

SAT JUNE 20 Route 66 Revisited | CARS, COFFEE & CLAREMONT HERITAGE | 8-11am | Granite Creek Church, 1580 N. Claremont Blvd., Claremont | FREE

Amazing Cars, Best in Show Awards, Coffee, Doughnuts, Raffle Prizes Live Music by Claremont Voodoo Society

Welcome All Car Enthusiasts!

DOWNLOAD FLYER HERE

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PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

SATURDAY JULY 11 | 5 - 8 PM | Opening Reception End of the Trail: Route 66 Through California | Photography by Michael Graves | Ginger Elliott Center - Exhibition runs through August 1, 2026

End of the Trail: Route 66 Through California: Photographer Michael Graves follows the final miles of the Mother Road at its 100th anniversary, tracing the route from Needles at the California border through desert towns, inland corridors, and Los Angeles neighborhoods to the Pacific at the Santa Monica Pier. Created over a decade, these black-and-white photographs document motels, weathered signs, abandoned buildings, bridges, and the painted “66” shield. Spanning this entire California passage, the work preserves the physical remnants of Route 66 after one hundred years, where the road completes its westward journey.

SPEAKER SERIES

SUNDAY JULY 12 | 4 - 6 PM | Morgan Yates on Route 66 | Ginger Elliott Center | $10

Westways Magazine writer Morgan Yates takes us on a journey along Route 66, focusing on the California portion of the Mother Road. Join us for a virtual road-trip and check out the Rt 66 exhibition at the same time.

$10 RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE

CLAREMONT SUPPER CLUB

ROUTE 66 EDITION

THURSDAY JULY 9 | 6 - 8 PM | Garner House Courtyard | $75

Kick back and cruise into a nostalgic evening of great food, classic charm, and Route 66 spirit at the Claremont Supper Club.

Join us at the historic Garner House for a relaxed bistro-style dining experience inspired by the iconic Mother Road and the golden era of roadside Americana. Enjoy curated flavors, retro touches, and genuine conversation as we celebrate the journey, the stories, and the spirit of the open road. Good company, classic vibes, and a little Route 66 magic await. Dress code encouraged: 1950s flair and classic Americana style.

Ticket Options

• General Admission: $75, doors open at 6:30 PM
• Claremont Heritage Members and VIP CSC Members: $65 with early access at 6:00 PM
• VIP Add-On (non-members): $30 for early access at 6:00

RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE

2026 Treasury of Claremont Music Summer Concert

Saturday Aug 1, 2026 | Garner House at Memorial Park | 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd. | 6–8:30pm | Live Music / Libations & Appetizers / Memorabilia Auction

The Treasury of Claremont Music Concert takes place on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the historic Garner House in Memorial Park. This event is a celebration of Claremont's musical legacy, for community members to come

together and show their support for our cultural heritage. Tickets to the Concert are $40 each in advance/$50 at the door and available HERE

Claremont is a microcosm of the complexity of music culture at large. Its strength and diversity includes classical, pop/rock, jazz, world, sound art, electronic, and folk music - not to mention sub-genres and crossovers of each of those. The unique position of Claremont and its connections with its surrounding communities is rich enough for this kind of recognition and celebration of our cultural heritage.

RESERVE TICKETS HERE

Acknowledge your commitment to the Claremont community and support the cultural arts as a 2026 Treasury of Claremont Music Summer Music Concert Sponsor! Thank you in advance for "Keeping Claremont's History Alive" - All Sponsorships include ticket(s) to the event.

EXPLORE SPONSORSHIPS HERE

Claremont Heritage Inc.

Located in the Historic Garner House

840 N Indian Hill Blvd.

Claremont, CA 91711

(909) 621-0848

info@claremontheritage.org

Mailing Address:

PO Box 742

Claremont, CA 91711

PHONE: 909.621.0848