The El Camino Real Bells and the Woman Who Created Them: Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes
By Gazette Staff Writers — Friday, July 18th, 2025
![]() California historian Phyllis Hansen. Photo credit Rancho Camulos. ![]() On Saturday, July 26th, at 1pm, Rancho Camulos will be hosting California historian Phyllis Hansen who will bring “The Bell Lady”, Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes, to life. Photo credit Rancho Camulos. RANCHO CAMULOS MUSEUM - Saturday, July 26 at 1:00 P.M. Most will recognize the uniquely shaped bells hanging from their shepherd’s crook staffs that have dotted the highways of California since the dawn of the 20th century. The story of how they branded California, and the remarkable woman responsible not just for their design but their creation, is one that continues to resonate to this day. California historian Phyllis Hansen will bring “The Bell Lady”, Mrs. A.S.C. Forbes to life on Saturday July 26 at 1: 00 at the Rancho Camulos National Historic Landmark. Phyllis will relate Mrs. Forbes remarkable life and legacy as a true Renaissance Woman who, as an author, historian, designer, businesswoman, foundry-founder, activist and legendary photographer, was almost larger than life. She will also share a number of unique artifacts from the estate of Mrs. Forbes and her equally noteworthy husband. The suggested donation is $10 Museum Docent- led tours will also be available at 3:00 Reservations are recommended. To make reservations call 805-521-1501. Purchase tickets at door or at Ranchocamulos.org. For Rancho Camulos National Historic Landmark Museum information visit Ranchocamulos.org. The museum is on Hwy 126, 5164 E. Telegraph Rd., Piru CA. |