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"In the glad morn of blooming youth
These various threads I drew,
And now behold this finished piece
Lies glorious to the view.

So when bright youth shall charm no more
And age shall chill my blood,
May I review my life and say
Behold my works were good."

        Stitched on a Sampler 1881

Everything Is Coming Up Needle Art

The needle art classes at the Bembridge House were very successful and ended on such a positive note that almost all of the original participants are returning for the second session. A second series of needle art classes will begin on September 6th and continue for six consecutive Saturdays from 1-3 p.m.

As in art classes in general, fundamental techniques are important for continued success in needle art. The first classes consisted of the basic elements of beginning embroidery. In the second session the class will construct three different Victorian evening bags that are highly embellished, thus making use of the skills acquired during the first class.

The classes are open to people of all ages and no experience is necessary. The sessions will include beginners and those who have learned the fundamental techniques of needle art. We have found to our delight that not only have the students learned a great deal, but they had fun doing it.

There is a fee of $30 dollars for participation in the class. Many of the supplies will be provided. For reservations or more information contact the office of Long Beach Heritage at (562) 493-7019.

Brownie Troop 809
Ten girls from Brownie Troop 809 and five of the mothers arrived at the Bembridge
House at 9:00 A.M. ready and eager to pull weeds in the garden. They first had a
tour of the house and then settled down to work. It was such fun to see how serious
they were about their task and hard they worked for two hours. One of the girls declared
after they finished that she didn’t know how hard gardening work was and
another said she just loved pulling weeds. We at the Bembridge House appreciate
all of their hard work and hope they will return another time.

 

 

 

 

 

The Bembridge Heritage Homesite
953 N Park Circle Drive, Long Beach CA
In the Drake Park,
Willmore City Historic District of
Long Beach California.
 

Bembridge House Tours

The Bembridge House is open for tours on Tuesdays and the fourth Saturday of the month between 1:00 and 4:00 pm.

Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling 562-493-7019. The suggested donation is $5/person. Group tours may also be scheduled. If special accommodations are needed, 48 hours notice is required.

Directions:
Click here for an area map and directions to the Bembridge Heritage Homesite.

The leaded windows of the Bembridge House have been recently restored! 2008
More information on the glass repair and photos of the windows can be found here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bembridge House                  Photo Credit Thomas McConville  2006

 

The Bembridge House (1906) is a magnificent and highly ornate example of late Queen Anne Victorian architecture, and both the exterior and interior exemplify the finest accomplishments of turn-of-the-century architectural designers and craftsmen. The Bembridge House is the single most important example of this style of architecture remaining in the Long Beach today, and is considered by many to be the most significant residential historic landmark structure in the City. 

Long Beach Heritage purchased the house in August 2000. The Bembridge House has been recognized as a Long Beach Historical Landmark and is in the California Register of Historic Places and the National Register of Historic Places.  To learn more about the history and architectural significance of the Bembridge House click on the links shown on the left.