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Arden Edwards in 1928. But before he
homesteaded his Antelope Valley site he
owned a home in Eagle Rock, CA. Eagle Rock
is located north east of Los Angeles, near
Pasadena.
Recently his former home, that he named
Happy Camp, was put for sale. This gave those
of us interested an opportunity to visit it.
The Listing read:
• Designed by Architect and Artist Arden
Edwards in 1910
• 1207 Kipling Ave. Eagle Rock. A
Historical Cultural Monument
• 2 Bedroom, 1 bath 1, 186 sq. ft.
• Described as "cozy, secluded, a bit
funky"
It sounded so interesting! Arriving at the
address, the house can barely be seen from the
street, as it's built high on a very steep lot.
Entering through a gate, we climbed the stone
I would also like to thank all the State Parks
staff for their hard work during the event. Park steps lined with many native plants. About
Aide Caroline Gaete sold tickets at the gate. half way up there is a charming sitting area to
Interpreter Jean Rhyne staffed the museum rest and look at the view.
gift shop. Maintenance workers Chris Pistone
and Patty Skinner helped prepare the grounds
for the event, kept the restrooms clean and
the trash cans emptied during the event, and
helped me to put everything away after the
event. Supervising Ranger Matt Williams and
new Ranger Kevin Overduin herded cars and
kept the parking lot organized. They also
provided much needed assistance setting up
the event and putting everything away
afterwards.
We look forward to seeing you at the event in
October 2018 !
Steps leading up to Edward's house
A Visit to H. A. Edwards House in Eagle Upon entering the house, I was struck by the
Rock low ceilings in the living room. But I
Anne Kittlitz, Historian immediately noticed the decorative paintings
on the columns, beams, ceiling and walls. It
Everyone familiar with the history of the AV looked a lot like how Edwards has painted the
Indian Museum knows that it was built by H. interior and exterior of the Indian Museum.
