Mr. Ward started his orange groves and perfected his marmalade recipes here at the ranch. His marmalade was THE thing on railroad dining cars for many years.
You might think a short trip to Sierra Madre an odd way to start my month of birthday adventures, but I've wanted to see this place since I moved to Pasadena, so this week I did. My birthday adventures are all about doing what I want to do. Within reason.
E. Waldo Ward has regular hours when you can visit the store and wander the property. And on Saturdays they give free tours by appointment.
If you'd like to know more about the E. Waldo Ward Ranch, just go there! Or pick up Elizabeth Pomeroy's book Lost and Found at a local store or the Pasadena Museum of History gift shop. The ranch is on page 72.
That is a very unusual style for a barn!
ReplyDeleteWow, you were there on a picture-perfect day, Petrea ! I love the old car, too. So happy you're doing this birthday month adventure ~ it's a lovely way to celebrate.
ReplyDeleteIt is indeed an unusual and oft-photographed barn, William. A film crew was scheduled to arrive later today.
ReplyDeleteShell, this blue sky is typical of our area. Last week we had luscious clouds and everyone had their cameras out!
I'm so excited! I didn't realize the jam factory was there. I'm often in Sierra Madre and had no idea this piece of history was so close by. Well, off I go on the tour tomorrow. Thank you SO MUCH for telling me about it.
ReplyDeleteBellis, I'm so pleased with myself. I had no idea there was a single attraction around here I knew about that you weren't aware of! The tour is free but be sure to call them first.
ReplyDeleteI love the old barn picture and learning about some of its history. Great pictures.
ReplyDeleteI guess that barn is one of the most beautiful I've seen.
ReplyDeleteThank you, countrynmore!
ReplyDeleteJM, many old barns are beautiful so that's really saying something. I agree this one is special.
Like a hurricane, I'll bet Bellis cleaned the shelves of all marmalade products. The outfit is still wondering what hit them.
ReplyDeleteI've been waiting all day for Bellis to report back to us.
ReplyDeleteThe Pasadena Museum of History carries E. Waldo Ward jams and marmalade. I knew the company is in Sierra Madre but had no idea about the original homestead. What a wonderful property.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to your next adventure!
Perfect place to sell them! A visit to the museum or the Ranch itself is fun either way.
ReplyDeleteI want to go there. Never knew it existed until the last year, so your one up on me too!
ReplyDeletePA, you and Bellis being the explorers that you are, I'm surprised I found one you hadn't visited yet. Go on a Saturday when there's more to see, and take some $ so you can come home with some organic stuffed olives.
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