Longyear at The Willows

Join our museum staff and trustees for a weekend of Longyear programs at The Willows, a residential community for Christian Scientists in Laguna Hills, California. Programs include:

• A Westward Wind: Christian Science Pioneers on the Pacific Coast. A recorded talk by Heather Vogel Frederick, Longyear’s research and publications consultant, examines the lives of early workers along the Pacific Coast, from British Columbia to Southern California. Friday, Nov. 13, 6:30 P.M.
• The Cross and Crown. Longyear President Sandra Houston will share the history of the cross and crown and highlight some of the historical cross and crown jewelry in the Longyear Museum Collection. Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 A.M.
• Forming The Mother Church: Mary Baker Eddy and The First Members. Longyear’s latest documentary film is about a great turning point in Christian Science history—the founding of The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in September 1892. The 45-minute film traces Mary Baker Eddy’s inspired leadership in the years that led to that pivotal event. Saturday, Nov. 14, 4 P.M.
• The Restoration of Mary Baker Eddy’s Chestnut Hill Home. Learn about the award-winning restoration of Mary Baker Eddy’s’ final residence in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. Following a brief video overview of the project, the audience will hear from Special Projects Manager John Alioto via Zoom. John was embedded in the project for five years, representing Longyear’s interests. Sunday, Nov. 15, 12:45 P.M.

For information about pricing, meals, and accommodations, please contact The Willows at marketing@ewillows.org.

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