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There are more than a thousand active volunteers who give back to The Huntington, whether in the library, the art galleries, or the gardens. Each volunteer brings something special to the institution and displays passion, commitment, and joy in different ways.

In 1951, Theodore A. Heinrich was appointed curator of the Art Collections at The Huntington. He came equipped with impressive credentials, including degrees from the University of California and Cambridge University, and had studied in France and Germany

The best way to learn about something is to talk to an expert. Or better yet, a whole bunch of them. And if you're interested in learning about camellias then you're in luck, because a whole bunch of knowledgeable folks will be at The Huntington

When I say the name Harrison Ford, what do you think of? Han Solo? Indiana Jones? How about Harrison Ford, stage and silent film actor? Yes, there was a Harrison Ford before Harrison Ford, and The Huntington has a small collection of papers that once belonged to him.

Winter is one of the showiest seasons at The Huntington, especially in the Desert Garden. Thousands of colorful aloes are at the peak of their bloom right now, making it the perfect time to explore this 10-acre landscape.

Did you join the millions of Americans who made New Year's resolutions a couple of weeks ago? If you're determined to travel more and get plenty of exercise in 2014, The Huntington has the perfect solution.

Jack London celebrated his 28th birthday on Jan. 12, 1904, less than a week after mailing off his manuscript of The Sea-Wolf. As Earle Labor explains in his new biography, Jack London: An American Life, London was already off on a new adventure

Winter would never be considered rose season, even in sunny Southern California. But if you're a rose lover who is already dreaming of a backyard bower of fragrant blooms, now's the time to get busy.