Sunnylands Center & Gardens is the public access point to discover and experience the legacy of Walter and Leonore Annenberg. Walter (1908-2002) was a communications entrepreneur, diplomat, and philanthropist. And we assume, dedicated to all causes Republican! Leonore (1918-2009) was the consummate hostess and together they welcomed world leaders and entertainment icons to their winter home: Sunnylands.
Both were generous philanthropists and this legacy continues at Sunnylands. The Sunnylands Center has been restored and renovated and is now a high-level retreat center. The center is used to advance world peace and facilitate international agreement. Recent example: The June 2013 summit between President Barack Obama and President Xi Jinping occurred at Sunnylands.
The Gardens are open to the public (free) and one can wander the Center and the Gardens. While we wandered, a free public yoga class was held on the Great Lawn. Photos on the wall included famous politicians, golfers, and royalty. The remodeled home (now the retreat center), golf course, and guest areas can be toured...if you plan WELL IN ADVANCE. So...next time.
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| Lovely gardens--not much in bloom now. Apx 70 species of native and arid adapted plants are displayed. |
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| Icon of Sunnylands. From the back of the "copy" of the redwood bench given by Barack Obama to Xi Jinping. |
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| Lovely view of the San Jacinto Mountains from the Garden. |
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