Happy Birthday, Marion!

The Conservancy and the City of Santa Monica will co-host the annual birthday party in honor of Marion Davies, silent film actress, philanthropist, party hostess, and former resident of the estate that is now the Annenberg Beach House.

This free celebration will feature free tours, live music, dancing and entertainment, and home movie footage of Marion Davies and her partner W.H. Hearst traveling abroad. Party guests will include look-alikes Charlie Chaplin, Harpo Marx, Zazu Pitts and Jean Harlow. The festivities will conclude with a bubbly birthday toast. Guests are also invited to wear their vintage attire.

Happy Birthday Marion! is a free event. Reservations are recommended. All ages welcome. Parking is available in the lot for $3 per hour or $8 per day. Ample bike parking is available; please bring a lock. A Breeze Bike Share station is conveniently located at the Annenberg Community Beach House.