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William S. Hart Museum & Park
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William S. Hart Museum & Park

The 260-acre estate of silent film legend William S. Hart, featuring a Spanish Colonial Revival mansion, Western art collection, live bison herd, and Heritage Junction Historic Park. Free admission.

William S. Hart Park is one of the most important cultural landmarks in the Santa Clarita Valley. The park encompasses 260 acres of rolling hillside in Newhall, anchored by the grand hilltop mansion that silent film star William S. Hart called home from 1925 until his death in 1946. Hart was the original screen cowboy — one of the biggest stars of early Hollywood. He built his estate on a working ranch surrounded by the rugged canyons and oak woodlands he loved. When he died, his will bequeathed the entire property to the County of Los Angeles for use as a public park and museum, ensuring that future generations could enjoy both the land and his extraordinary collections. The main mansion, known as La Loma de los Vientos (Hill of the Winds), is a stunning example of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Inside, visitors find Hart's personal collection of Western art by Charles M. Russell and Frederic Remington, Native American artifacts, and memorabilia from his film career. The ranch house below the mansion serves as an additional museum space. The grounds are home to a herd of American bison, barnyard animals, picnic areas, hiking trails, and expansive views of the valley. Heritage Junction Historic Park, operated by the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society, sits within the property and preserves several relocated historic structures including the Saugus Train Station.

Historical Significance

Hart Park preserves the legacy of one of Hollywood's founding stars while also serving as the headquarters of the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society. The property connects multiple threads of valley history — from the silent film era to railroad heritage to the ranching culture that defined early Newhall. The mansion and grounds have been in continuous public use since Hart's death in 1946.

What to See & Do

Tour the Hart Mansion with its Western art and film memorabilia. Visit the ranch house museum. See the live bison herd and barnyard animals. Walk the hiking trails with valley views. Explore Heritage Junction Historic Park and the Saugus Train Station. Enjoy the picnic areas and seasonal events.

Visitor Tips

Free admission to the park and museums. The mansion is accessible by guided tour — check the City of Santa Clarita website for current hours and tour availability. Heritage Junction is operated separately by the SCV Historical Society, typically open weekends. Dogs allowed on leash in the park but not inside buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit Information

24151 Newhall Avenue, Newhall, CA 91321

Park: Dawn to dusk daily. Mansion tours: Check website for current schedule.

Free

City of Santa Clarita / Los Angeles County

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Editor Reviewed· Apr 1, 2026
Updated · Apr 2, 2026