Hearst Castle

Founded in 1924, the Monday Club of San Luis Obispo is celebrating 100 years of history, service, and community impact. Since its inception, this civic organization has been dedicated to promoting civic engagement, education, and the arts—all centered within its iconic building designed by renowned architect Julia Morgan.

Repairs on the San Simeon Pier began this week. The nearly 70-year-old pier at Hearst San Simeon State Park was closed last year after winter storms severely damaged its support structure.

A locally produced independent film is set to make its debut Saturday at Hearst Castle. It’s based on a local writer's personal experience with dementia.

Michael Young, CEO for the Foundation at Hearst Castle shares insights about the foundations STEAM programs for underserved youth and other greater good missions.

Local authors Gordon Fuglie and Victoria Kastner have new books out profiling trailblazing architect Julia Morgan’s life and work.

Severe drought is causing California State Parks to implement water restrictions at Hearst Castle, though they say its iconic pools will remain full.

Staff at the reopened Hearst Castle are offering a revamped tour focusing on architect Julia Morgan. Two local authors with recently-released books about her say she’s finally being recognized for her role in California architecture and Central Coast history.

The access road has gone through a 10-month reconstruction process after severe storms damaged it.

The access road has gone through a 10-month reconstruction process after severe storms damaged it.

California State Parks is taking advantage of this time without visitors to make headway on a project to restore the historic bells at Hearst Castle, called “carillon bells.”