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Marston House Museum & Gardens

San Diego, California

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The Marston House was designed by the renowned architects Irving Gill and William Hebbard, who were pioneers of the early modern architecture movement.

The gardens were designed to reflect the Arts and Crafts movement, emphasizing harmony between the house and nature.

George Marston, the original owner, was instrumental in the development of Balboa Park for the 1915 Panama-California Exposition.

The Marston House is a testament to San Diego's early 20th-century growth and the Marston family's influence in the city's development.

There's a hidden room in the Marston House that was used as a playroom for the Marston children, adding a touch of mystery to the historic home.

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