Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage

Have you already voted? Voting is an important part of being a citizen! We are encouraging community members of all ages to vote in our animal mascot election! Election results will be revealed on Tuesday, November 3rd, so don't forget to cast your vote! https://forms.gle/DLdYL5VtDQsaBWmX7

Happy #Halloween from your friendly neighborhood Museum! We would like to wish you all a magical #MuseumTrickOrTreat day today. #AMagicalHalloween #Jinkies!

Did you have a RUFF time guessing this week's #WhatIsIt Wednesday? It was a close-up of this Foothills Middle School button. Raise your paw if you're a Foothills alum!

Join Curator Stevy Acevedo and new intern Brendon as we build a custom box for Tony Antista’s accordion. October 27 was also celebrated as Tony Antista Day here in Arcadia!

Mark Tuan, former Arcadia High School student, is known for his singing. But will he also be known for his ramen skills? We may need to add this video to the Museum's Arcadia Walk of Fame. https://fb.watch/1q_ljDni8O/

Do you have photos of the 2020 Bobcat Fire? We'd love to see them! Photos can be added to the Museum's historic collections. Contact the Gilb Museum on how to send your photos!

Elmer Anderson was the first City Marshall of Arcadia, hired in 1903. His duty was to collect city taxes and fees. His yearly salary was just one dollar! Join us next week for the next #TriviaTuesday!

Free educational kits are back at the Gilb Museum! These kits are available for a limited time, so be sure to apply now! https://forms.gle/zR22UfSw63QbuB8LA

This week's #WhatIsIt Wednesday is a bit...RUFF. Can you guess what the item is? Post your guesses in the comments!

What has the quarantine been like for you? Were you scared of the Bobcat fire? What are your opinions on the election? What are your thoughts on peacocks? Do you miss going to school? Tell us in a postcard! Send to: Gilb Museum PO Box 60021 Arcadia CA 91006-6021

It's #TriviaTuesday! Elmer Anderson was the first City Marshall of Arcadia. What was his yearly salary? Post your guesses in the comments!

Free educational kits are back at the Gilb Museum! Supplies are limited, so apply now at https://forms.gle/zR22UfSw63QbuB8LA

Elections are important. Let your voice bee heard! The winner of the Gilb Museum's Animal Mascot Election will be featured on our stickers for next year! Does Petey the Peacock have your vote?