Harvey Knell, Pasadena Heritage Executive Director Sue Mossman, and California State Senator Anthony Portantino at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Pete Ewing, Kelly Gordo, Dotty Ewing, and Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Larry Wilson and Pasadena Heritage Board Chair Annaly Bennett at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Michael Lichtman and Andrew Salimian at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Barbara Baker, Brian Baker, and Kyle Grimes at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Jeannette Fabry, Natalie Sarafian, Nick Giovanazzi, Cynthia Thiel, and Phoebe Wilson at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Claire, Jeannine and Bill Bogaard at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Brad Thiel and former Pasadena Councilmember Andy Wilson at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Sandi Mejia, Cynthia Kurtz, and Jim McDermott at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Michael Robleto and Lori Aliksanian at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Lew Phelps, Pasadena Heritage Executive Director Sue Mossman, and Cathy Phelps at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Ingrid Chu and Brea Talsness at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Janet Whaley, Steve Preston, and Cathy Hany at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Linda Mazur and Gary Jones at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Jens Weiden, Robert Carpenter, and Dale Brown at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Tina Hart and Tim Gregory at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Cal Hollis, Jeannette Hollis, Jan Brown, and Dale Brown at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Carmen Choy and Emilio Padilla at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Rosey Bell, Pasadena Heritage Executive Director Sue Mossman, and Terri Colpo at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Glenn de Veer and Patrick Chraghchian at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
David Worrell, Julianne Bruckner, and Richard Bruckner at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Meredith Taylor and Carol Soucek King at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Robert Carpenter, David Kang, and Marie Fares at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Lynn and William Kolberg at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Jeannette O’Malley. Joan Branin, and Sandi Mejia at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Emilio Bishop, Barbara Bishop, Pasadena Heritage Executive Director Sue Mossman, and Carmen Cho at Sue Mossman's Retirement Dinner on May 4th at the Athenaeum [Paul Takizawa/Pasadena Now]
Sue Mossman, the Executive Director of Pasadena Heritage, concluded her nearly five decades of service, including three decades as the organization’s leader, with a retirement celebration on Saturday, May 4. The event, held at the Athenaeum at Caltech, hosted around 200 guests.
During her tenure, Mossman played a significant role in shaping Pasadena Heritage into one of the most successful and respected preservation organizations in the country.
The evening featured a cocktail reception, a formal dinner, live entertainment, and tributes to Mossman’s extensive contributions. During the program, attendees celebrated Mossman’s legacy while reflecting on her leadership that transformed Pasadena Heritage into a vital advocate for the preservation of the city’s architectural and cultural heritage.
Beyond honoring her impact, the event’s proceeds will directly support Pasadena Heritage’s continued work in education, advocacy, and preservation. The evening marked a significant transition for the organization as it looks forward to building on Mossman’s foundation and expanding its impact in protecting the historical legacy of Pasadena.
