EDA Fall Newsletter

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Cultural Heritage with an Eye to the Future

The Edward-Dean Museum & Gardens is the place for all things culturally historical in Riverside County. Originally envisioned as a home to secure rare artifacts collected by the visionaries who created the museum, the EDM now displays both the original collection of world class artifacts as well as rare touring collections of art and culture from around the world. The Museum is nestled in Cherry Valley, but did you know how the Cherry got there in the first place? If you believe that a vibrant future is built upon knowledge of the past, then a trip to the EDM should be on your schedule.

What happened at the Edward-Dean in 2015?

Footprints of the Silk Road

Something Borrowed Exhibition explores customs of wedding ceremonies and dress from around the world. Examples of clothing, jewelry, shoes, flowers, and head-dress will be exam- ined, while tracing sources of various wedding tradi- tions and their meanings. In addition, the exhibit looks at how historical events may have inspired wedding cos- tume and ceremonies.

Sherlock Holmes and the Murder of Master Randall

The term Silk Road was coined in the 19th century to refer to ancient trade routes that transported Asian silks, bronzes, and porcelains to the West, and from the western Mediterra- nean world; wool, linen, and glassware to East. Cultural motifs and styles were also traded, thus expanding the vocabulary of artists of the various regions. Footprints of the Silk Road, explores this art and tradi- tion exchanged between China, Russia, Persia, India, and Europe focusing on con- nections and inspiration brought to the world along the Silk Road.

Rhythms of the East The Rhythms of the East event was a huge success this year. A cornucopia of activities and performanc- es wowed attendees. From Kung-Fu demonstrations, Indian dancing and a Chi- nese dragon roaming through the audience; eve- ryone who came learned about various cultures from the East. The Edward -Dean is committed to providing these types of culturally enriching activi- ties to the community.

A mystery takes place at the Edward-Dean Mansion and includes a scene from 221B Baker Street. Holmes and Dr. Watson reminisce about a mystery murder that took place in Holmes’ early career. Two scenes take place in the museum galleries. The last act and solution of the mystery occur in the Cultural Arts building as attendees enjoy dinner and dessert provided by local restaurant Kafé Roy- al. Each show sold out!