Dr. Robert Winter Memorial Lecture & Reception

Thursday, April 10th at 6:00 PM

Lecture & Reception Tickets: $36 members* | $45 nonmembers

Join us for an evening celebrating the legacy of Dr. Robert Winter, renowned architectural historian and advocate for historic preservation. This year’s lecture will highlight the enduring significance of historic tile, including the iconic work of Ernest Batchelder, and recent efforts to rescue and preserve these artistic treasures.

Our featured speakers include:

• Anuja Navare, Director of Collections, Pasadena Museum of History – Anuja will discuss the Batchelder Tile Registry, offering insights into Batchelder’s impact on Pasadena’s architectural landscape and the broader Arts & Crafts movement.
• Stanley Zucker of Save The Tiles – Zucker will discuss the collective efforts to salvage and preserve historic tile, including Batchelder pieces, following the Eaton Fire in Altadena.

Following the discussion, guests are invited to a reception where they can connect with speakers and fellow preservation enthusiasts.

This program honors the life and work of Dr. Robert Winter, whose scholarship and passion for preservation continue to inspire efforts to protect Pasadena’s architectural heritage.

RSVP Required | Space is Limited

We will host a cocktail reception following the presentation to toast the late Dr. Robert Winter. Martinis (Dr. Winter's cocktail of choice) and light hors d'oeuvres will be served.

DR. ROBERT WINTER

Dr. Robert Winter was a gift to us and to the cause of historic preservation nationwide - his teaching, writing, critical eye and witty commentary still influence what we do and how we look at historic places. He led the way in creating Pasadena’s preservation ordinance and commission and supported us, educated us and urged us to be a strong voice for the architectural legacy that surrounds us. The first Dr. Robert Winter Memorial Lecture was held during Craftsman Weekend in 2019 after his passing, and is a lasting tribute to his impact on historic preservation communities both near and far. He would be thrilled to know that Pasadena Heritage now resides in the historic Blinn House designed by Chicago architect George Washington Maher.

Donations in support of the program are very welcome.

* PASADENA HERITAGE MEMBERS: To redeem your membership discount, click the orange "Get Tickets" button, type the discount code MEMBER in the promo code field at the top of the ticket window, and click "Apply." If you have difficulty purchasing your member tickets, please contact Bridget Lawlor at bridget@pasadenaheritage.org or 626-441-6333 x.102.

Thank you to our lead sponsors, Old California Fine Lighting & Home Goods, Pasadena Craftsman Tile and the Blinn House Foundation.