2016-17 Annual Report

The Edward-Dean Museum, which operates within the Community & Cultural Services Division, was founded in 1958 in Cherry Valley by Edward Eberle and Dean Stout to showcase their collection of 16th to 19th century Asian and European furnishings and decorating arts. In July of 2016, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed board action 3-17 that officially makes the rare book collection at the Edward-DeanMuseum a new reference library within the Riverside County Library System (RCLS). WHAT WE DO

2016/17 Exhibitions • Once Upon a Time • Mechanical: ‘Explores parallels between the Victorian era and ours, using art as a connector’ • Water & Earth: ‘Image & verse of the Tang Dynasty’ • Artist in Residence: An Individual Journey featuring renowned artist David Fairrington

With 16 acres of stunning beauty and tranquility nestled in picturesque Cherry Valley, the Edward-Dean Museum is the ideal location. The grounds offer several different options with its scenic surroundings. From the beautiful Koi Pond to the Legacy Gardens, one will be captivated by the venue’s natural splendor. It has been the site for numerous weddings, receptions, banquets, retirements, concerts and other special events. The museum itself has an eclectic collection of 16th-19th century decorative arts. With three rotating exhibits throughout the year, the museum is committed to providing a culturally enriching experience to all attendees. Hours of operation are: Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and closed on county holidays. Admission to the museum is $5 for adults and children 12 and under are free. Events • Book Fair • Murder Mystery Dinner • Consignment Day • What’s it Worth • C.S. Lewis Lecture Series • Bridal Show

1,000 Number of students hosted on museum field trips.

Programming • School Tours • Drawing Hour • Music in the Afternoon • Crafting Saturdays • Marketing Workshop for upcoming artists • Veteran Mural Workshop Take a Tour

EDWARD-DEAN MUSEUM

• The friendly staff and docents at the Edward-Dean Museum are personally available to guide you through the museum galleries, showing you the many cultural treasures hidden in the stunning setting of Cherry Valley. Guided tours are by appointment only and are $5 per person. Non-guided walk through tours are also $5 per person. • Over 1,000 students came through themuseumon free field trips provided by the ‘Friends of theMuseum”. This non-profit entity supports the museum’s educational programming, which allows schools the opportunity to have free field trips to the museum.

• Dickens at the Dean • Rose Pruning Clinic

• Art Show • Weddings • Retreats

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