Greene Ambitions

If you've ever been to Pasadena, Ca., you've probably been to the Gamble House. After all, we're not actually sure what else there is to do in Pasadena. (Oh, snap.) The house -- built for the Gambles of Proctor & Gamble (yeah, THOSE Gambles) was designed by brothers Charles and Henry Greene, considered leaders of the American Arts and Crafts Movement (AKA, Craftman-style homes ... AKA, see: North Arlington). But the Smithsonian can't bring the Gamble House to DC, and we're not about to go to Pasadena, at least until airfares come down.

The Art and Craft of Greene and Greene is now open at the Renwick Gallery (1661 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W.) to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the famous Gamble House. No, there's no scale model, but hey! The exhibit's free, right? Check out 127 objects such as stained glass, metalwork, detailed furniture, architectural drawings and photographs. Greene and Greene are well-known for melding a variety of European, Asian and Native influences to create a true American style.

The exhibit's open through June 7.