Road repairs expected to keep Hearst Castle closed until early 2022

The historic landmark in San Simeon closed on March 15, 2020, due to the pandemic. Now more than a year later, it’s still closed as State Parks tackles emergency repairs…

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A View From the Past: Hearst Warehouse Treasure

Kristin Rasmussen shares a story about her Grandma Norma, who grew up in San Simeon, CA at the foot of Hearst Castle. She was awed by W.R. Hearst's warehouse treasures.

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Hearst Castle may not reopen for months, but not due to COVID-19

Superintendent Dan Falat of the San Luis Obispo Coast District of CA State Parks says the torrential rains which washed out part of Highway One also created issues for the…

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Hearst Castle goes full STEAM ahead with educational programming

Interview: Hearst Castle goes full STEAM ahead with educational programming

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2021 Update & Game Plan

We anxiously await the green light to host charity events again at Hearst Castle. One CA State Parks deems it safe to do so, we will communicate broadly to members…

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A View from The Past: Meet Norma (Sebastian) Bassi Monson

Kristin Rasmussen describes the village of San Simeon, Sebastian's General Store, and the Bay View Hotel during the time Grandmother Norma grew up there.

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Building Dreams with STEAM at Hearst Castle

We need your help to continue this special livestream + tangible experience. We know that combining education and inspiration in a memorable environment makes a lasting impact.

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Re-opening plan in the works for Hearst Castle

State Parks says the historic landmark doesn't meet the criteria to reopen under the current museum guidelines as the castle conducts guided tours with multiple households and buses in visitors.

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Wasco Students Visit Hearst Castle by Livestream

Hearst Castle tour guide and PORTS Programs lead, Tracy Kosinski, has played an instrumental role in building our free educational program. 

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Hearst Castle Guide Inspires Students to Believe in Themselves

Hearst Castle tour guide and PORTS Programs lead, Tracy Kosinski, has played an instrumental role in building our free educational program. 

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