Uncovering the Hidden Gems of San Gabriels Cultural Scene

San Gabriel, CA is a city rich in diverse cultural experiences that have been shaped by the people who call it home. As you wander through its streets, youll see influences from Chinese and Mexican cultures blending seamlessly with American traditions.

For lovers of live theater, theres The Mission Playhouse (320 S Mission Dr), which originally opened in 1927 with the aim to raise funds for the building of nearby San Gabriel Mission. Today, it hosts various performances including dance shows, concerts and plays, all while retaining its beautiful Spanishinspired architecture.

Art enthusiasts wont want to miss Folk Tree (217 S Fair Oaks Ave), an inviting gallery displaying indigenous folk art pieces created by artists from Mexico and South America. Be enamored with Mexican masks made out of gourds or Oaxacan wood carvings at this charming spot!

History buffs will enjoy touring Ramona Museum (1325 W Alhambra Rd) where visitors can learn about life on ranchos during Californias mission period while admiring historical artifacts such as centuryold saddles and tools used by early settlers.

Hidden away on San Marino Avenue is The Bunny Museum (2605 N Lake Ave). Dont let its unconventional name fool you this quirky museum has over 33 thousand bunnythemed items! Visitors can explore exhibits featuring rabbitshaped staplers or handpainted eggs decorated to look like bunnies...or even meet a few reallife bunnies hopping around in their pens!

Finally for music lovers; check out SANDBOX Theater & Dance Company located inside Gallery Azul at 5529 N Figueroa St., Los Angeles CA. This intimate space features rotating experimental music performances ranging from classical guitar duos to modern jazz quartets.

San Gabriel provides a unique blend of cultures steeped in history yet vibrant enough to continue creating innovative artistic expression. These hidden cultural gems are just waiting to be discovered by curious travelers!

Websites and Twitter handles:

The Mission Playhouse www.missionplayhouse.org, @MissionPlayhse

Folk Tree www.folktree.com, @FolkTreeLA

Ramona Museum www.ramonamuseum.org, no Twitter account

The Bunny Museum www.thebunnymuseum.com, no Twitter account

SANDBOX Theater & Dance Company: https://www.galleryazul.com/sandboxtheatreanddanceco/, no Twitter account