Area less than one acre NRHP Reference # 91000338 Year built 1916 | Architectural style Bungalow/craftsman Phone +1 310-510-0079 Added to NRHP 2 April 1991 | |
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Address 100 Casino Way, Avalon, CA 90704, USA Similar Afishinado Charters, Catalina Island Chamber, Pavilion Hotel, Corsario Ocean Adventures, Avalon Boat Stand Co | ||
The Tuna Club of Avalon is a private members's club in Avalon on Santa Catalina Island in California.
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History
It was founded by Charles Frederick Holder (1851–1915) in 1898. Early members included Zane Grey, Bing Crosby, Charlie Chaplin, Stan Laurel, Hal Roach, Cecil B. DeMille, Theodore Roosevelt, Herbert Hoover, George S. Patton and Winston Churchill. Despite being an all-male club for many years, it does not discriminate against female membership.
Beyond its listed clubhouse, it also leases waterfront facilities.
Clubhouse
The clubhouse is located at 100 St. Catherine Way in Avalon on Santa Catalina Island in California. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places since April 2, 1991. It is also listed as a California Historical Landmark.
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