Special screenings of D.W. Griffith’s 1910 silent film, Ramona, with musical accompaniment featuring award winning composer Maria Newman and an introduction by film historian Hugh Munro Neely of the Mary Pickford Institute for Film Education will highlight the special benefit reception to conclude Ramona Days at Rancho Camulos on Sunday November 7, 2010. 1pm – 5pm.

The film which was shot at Rancho Camulos 100 years ago and re-mastered last year for the Turner Classic series, “Latinos in the Movies”. Ms. Neuman, a member of one of the most famous musical families in Hollywood and highly honored as a concert composer in her own right, was commissioned to compose and perform the score for the re-mastered film. Mr. Neely is a documentary filmmaker, professional musician and theater director. In addition to his work at the Mary Pickford Institute, he has produced silent film soundtracks for Milestone Films and Turner Classic Movies (TCM), and directed documentary films on film history.

In addition, guests will enjoy wine–tasting provided by Camarillo Crush and Stafford Winery, as well as light refreshments, and docent-led museum and garden tours.

Donations for this unique event are $50. All proceeds benefit the historical preservation, restoration, and educational efforts of this 501(c) 3 museum. Rancho Camulos is located on HWY 126, 2 miles East of Piru / 10 miles west of the I-5 Newhall Ranch Road exit. RSVP 805-521-1501 / info@ranchocamulos.org