Ever wondered how a grand estate is built? 🤔 At the Virginia Robinson Gardens, it was done in sections! Listen in as docent Kate Oakland shares a fascinating story about Harry Robinson's core philosophy: "You don't spend money you don't have." This practical approach meant the entire estate—the house, servants' quarters, and even the stunning pool pavilion—was built piecemeal. As soon as Harry had saved up enough money, he'd add on another part. Even the pool pavilion itself, started in 1925, w

One of Beverly Hills best kept secrets, Virginia Robinson Gardens. Treat yourself to a beautiful experience. #fineartclasses #bestkeptsecret #beverlyhillsestate #virginiarobinsongardens #falactivities | Jennifer Cunningham Art Classes

Here’s my latest report for Spectrum News from Virginia Robinsons Gardens. It’s open to the public and one of L.A.’s best kept secrets! This palatial estate was once the residence of retail giants Virginia and Harry Robinson. Virgina was the force behind the ROBINSON'S department store chain and this was her grand estate. Her closest neighbors were Fred Astaire, Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks. We are so lucky this beautiful property is preserved and open to the public. It's intact just like

Did you know some trees can actually walk? 🚶‍♂️🌳 Meet the Banyan Fig (aka the Walking Fig) at Robinson Gardens. Caretaker Joshua explains how this incredible tree uses aerial roots to "move" across the forest floor in search of sunlight. It’s grown over 20 feet in just a decade! 🤯 #Nature #BanyanTree #Botany #PlantLover #RobinsonGardens | Virginia Robinson Gardens