San Bernardino County Museum
2024 Orange Tree Lane
Redlands, CA 92374
909-307-2669
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/
Tues-Sun, holiday Mondays: 9a-5p
Holiday Mondays include: Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day and Columbus Day.
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Adult: $8
Senior (60+), Military: $6
Student (with I.D.): $5
Child (5-12) $4
Child <5, Museum members: Free
A variety of educational programs and tours can enhance your visit for modest additional fees.
Parking is free
The San Bernardino County Museum, in Redlands, California, is a regional museum with exhibits and collections in cultural and natural history. Special exhibits, the Exploration Station live animal discovery center, extensive research collections, and public programs for adults, families, students, and children are all part of the museum experience.
Their collections have the following general divisions: Anthropology, Biological Science, Geological Sciences, History, Archives, and Textiles.
The museum features a number of guest lectures, readings, demonstrations, discovery activities, field trips, and programs for families, scouts, and schools.
Branch Museum Sites in Redlands, Yucaipa, Colton, Chino, Rancho Cucamonga, and Daggett.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
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Sunday, January 2, 2011
Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery, Colton
The Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery
California State Historical Landmark #121
2001 E. Agua Mansa Road
Colton, CA 92324
909- 370-2091
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/agua.htm
Fri: 12p-3p
Sat: 11a-3p
1st Sunday of each month: 12p-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
The communities of Agua Mansa and La Placita, across from each other along the Santa Ana River, were the first non-native settlements in the San Bernardino Valley and had the first church and school. These villages were the largest settlement between New Mexico, and Los Angeles during the 1840s. Today, the Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery is all that remains of these once- thriving communities.
With the help of Friends of Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery, a full-size replica of the San Salvador church was constructed and dedicated in 1978 within the cemetery boundaries and is used today as a museum.
Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery is today an oasis with its many markers in Spanish and natural setting providing a respectful glimpse into the past.
A listing of those buried at Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery is available on the web site.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Cemetery or Museum for latest information.
California State Historical Landmark #121
2001 E. Agua Mansa Road
Colton, CA 92324
909- 370-2091
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/agua.htm
Fri: 12p-3p
Sat: 11a-3p
1st Sunday of each month: 12p-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
The communities of Agua Mansa and La Placita, across from each other along the Santa Ana River, were the first non-native settlements in the San Bernardino Valley and had the first church and school. These villages were the largest settlement between New Mexico, and Los Angeles during the 1840s. Today, the Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery is all that remains of these once- thriving communities.
With the help of Friends of Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery, a full-size replica of the San Salvador church was constructed and dedicated in 1978 within the cemetery boundaries and is used today as a museum.
Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery is today an oasis with its many markers in Spanish and natural setting providing a respectful glimpse into the past.
A listing of those buried at Agua Mansa Pioneer Cemetery is available on the web site.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Cemetery or Museum for latest information.
The Asistencia, Redlands
The Asistencia
California Historical Landmark #42
26930 Barton Road
Redlands, CA 92373
909-793-5402
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/asist.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
This is a 1930s reconstruction of an 1830s ranch outpost of Mission San Gabriel. Buildings include a small museum with site history and a chapel.
Established in 1819 as a part of the Mission San Gabriel's Rancho San Bernardino, the original Asistencia or more correctly - Estancia functioned as an outpost for cattle grazing activities. The Asistencia buildings we can visit today are reproductions built in the 1930s and located approximately one mile east of the original Estancia site.
This facility opened to the public in 1937 as the "Asistencia." In 1960, it was dedicated as California Historical Landmark #42 as an outstanding example of handcrafted structures of the WPA era. Since that time, under the administration of the San Bernardino County Museums, the "Asistencia" has undergone retrofitting for seismic stability.
A visit to the Asistencia will allow you the chance to visit its museum, walk through historic rooms, and relax in the gardens. They also have special events, exhibits and demonstrations.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Asistencia for latest information.
California Historical Landmark #42
26930 Barton Road
Redlands, CA 92373
909-793-5402
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/asist.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
This is a 1930s reconstruction of an 1830s ranch outpost of Mission San Gabriel. Buildings include a small museum with site history and a chapel.
Established in 1819 as a part of the Mission San Gabriel's Rancho San Bernardino, the original Asistencia or more correctly - Estancia functioned as an outpost for cattle grazing activities. The Asistencia buildings we can visit today are reproductions built in the 1930s and located approximately one mile east of the original Estancia site.
This facility opened to the public in 1937 as the "Asistencia." In 1960, it was dedicated as California Historical Landmark #42 as an outstanding example of handcrafted structures of the WPA era. Since that time, under the administration of the San Bernardino County Museums, the "Asistencia" has undergone retrofitting for seismic stability.
A visit to the Asistencia will allow you the chance to visit its museum, walk through historic rooms, and relax in the gardens. They also have special events, exhibits and demonstrations.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Asistencia for latest information.
John Rains House, Rancho Cucamonga
John Rains House
National Register of Historic Places 75-428
8810 Hemlock
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
909-989-4970
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/rains.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
This National Register site is the restored 1860 ranch residence of John and Maria Merced Rains. The Rains House was built in 1860 by Ohio brick masons from bricks made by Joseph Mullaly from the red clay on the site. Its flat roof was waterproofed by tar from the brea pits in Los Angeles.
An open flume carried water from springs through the kitchen, into the patio, and under the house to the orchard, thereby providing cooling for the structure. The original house had an entry hall, a parlor, and three bedrooms in the front, with a patio area flanked by a dining room, a kitchen, a padré’s room, and two guest rooms. It is one of the oldest fired brick structures still standing in San Bernardino County.
John Rains planted 160 acres of vines in 1859. Wine and brandy made at Cucamonga gained wide popularity. An earlier small vineyard and winery is said to date back to 1839, thus establishing the claim that Cucamonga has the oldest commercial winery in the state.
The Casa de Rancho Cucamonga Historical Society was organized to assist in the restoration, maintenance, and furnishing of the John Rains House in keeping with its 1860 origin. Docents welcome guests when the house is open to the public.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Historical Society for latest information.
National Register of Historic Places 75-428
8810 Hemlock
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
909-989-4970
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/rains.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
This National Register site is the restored 1860 ranch residence of John and Maria Merced Rains. The Rains House was built in 1860 by Ohio brick masons from bricks made by Joseph Mullaly from the red clay on the site. Its flat roof was waterproofed by tar from the brea pits in Los Angeles.
An open flume carried water from springs through the kitchen, into the patio, and under the house to the orchard, thereby providing cooling for the structure. The original house had an entry hall, a parlor, and three bedrooms in the front, with a patio area flanked by a dining room, a kitchen, a padré’s room, and two guest rooms. It is one of the oldest fired brick structures still standing in San Bernardino County.
John Rains planted 160 acres of vines in 1859. Wine and brandy made at Cucamonga gained wide popularity. An earlier small vineyard and winery is said to date back to 1839, thus establishing the claim that Cucamonga has the oldest commercial winery in the state.
The Casa de Rancho Cucamonga Historical Society was organized to assist in the restoration, maintenance, and furnishing of the John Rains House in keeping with its 1860 origin. Docents welcome guests when the house is open to the public.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Historical Society for latest information.
Big Bear Valley Historical Museum, Big Bear City
The Big Bear Valley Historical (Eleanor Abbott) Museum
Northeast end of Big Bear City Park off Greenway Drive, just east of the airport
Big Bear City, CA 92314
909-585-8100
http://www.bigbearhistory.org/museum.htm
Memorial Day weekend in May, through the second weekend of October
Sat-Sun, Weds and Monday Holidays: - 10a-4p
Once at the park entrance, follow the driveway as it curves left into the parking lot. After parking, cross the footbridge and follow the sidewalk, to the right, into the museum entrance.
The Big Bear Valley Historical Society is an organization of people dedicated to preserving the rich history of the area and promoting an appreciation of its colorful and diverse heritage.
In addition to hosting historical tours and featured speakers, the Society operates a Historical Museum with an extensive collection of artifacts, featuring exhibits from the indigenous Serrano Indians, the gold mining era, cowboys and cattle ranching, logging, fox farming and early winter sports.
Museum grounds include:
The old Big Bear City Community Market
Historic Cienega Largo Log Cabin
1900's Shay Meadow Cabin
Old mule barn
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Northeast end of Big Bear City Park off Greenway Drive, just east of the airport
Big Bear City, CA 92314
909-585-8100
http://www.bigbearhistory.org/museum.htm
Memorial Day weekend in May, through the second weekend of October
Sat-Sun, Weds and Monday Holidays: - 10a-4p
Once at the park entrance, follow the driveway as it curves left into the parking lot. After parking, cross the footbridge and follow the sidewalk, to the right, into the museum entrance.
The Big Bear Valley Historical Society is an organization of people dedicated to preserving the rich history of the area and promoting an appreciation of its colorful and diverse heritage.
In addition to hosting historical tours and featured speakers, the Society operates a Historical Museum with an extensive collection of artifacts, featuring exhibits from the indigenous Serrano Indians, the gold mining era, cowboys and cattle ranching, logging, fox farming and early winter sports.
Museum grounds include:
The old Big Bear City Community Market
Historic Cienega Largo Log Cabin
1900's Shay Meadow Cabin
Old mule barn
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Stone Hotel, Daggett
Stone Hotel
Daggett, CA
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/stone.htm
Closed for renovation, this structure served traveling railroad and mining personnel during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The Daggett Stone Hotel, was the place to stay for railroad men, miners, and other travelers in the central Mojave Desert. Constructed in the 1880s, the building has undergone several catastrophes, including a fire that destroyed its upper story before the turn of the century.
Amongst regular guests at the hotel was "Death Valley Scotty," said to have occupied the front room on the photograph's right because it had a separate entrance.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Daggett, CA
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/stone.htm
Closed for renovation, this structure served traveling railroad and mining personnel during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The Daggett Stone Hotel, was the place to stay for railroad men, miners, and other travelers in the central Mojave Desert. Constructed in the 1880s, the building has undergone several catastrophes, including a fire that destroyed its upper story before the turn of the century.
Amongst regular guests at the hotel was "Death Valley Scotty," said to have occupied the front room on the photograph's right because it had a separate entrance.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Yorba and Slaughter Families Adobe, Chino
The Yorba and Slaughter Families Adobe
California State Historical Landmark #191; National Register of Historic Places 75-450
17127 Pomona Rincon Road
Chino,CA 91708
909- 597-8332
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/yorba.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
The Yorba-Slaughter Adobe, built in 1852-53, is one of the oldest standing adobe residences in San Bernardino County. This historic adobe home built by Raimundo Yorba was purchased by Fenton Slaughter in 1868. This National Register site contains both the ranch house with many of the original Slaughter family furnishings and a renovated General Store of the 1890s which also includes agrarian exhibits.
The adobe residence was originally one story with a sleeping loft: the four rooms on the main floor and 3 in the loft were arranged side-by-side. Nearly every room had an exterior door. Wide porches were built on all four sides; porches on the east and south sides were later enclosed.
Next door, the ornamental concrete block house was built between 1906 and 1909. It, too, had porches that were later framed to create more rooms. It was to become the principal residence at Buena Vista; the adobe was apparently unoccupied between 1916 and 1929 and was for a time used to grow mushrooms. Restoration of the adobe was started in 1928.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Adobe for latest information.
California State Historical Landmark #191; National Register of Historic Places 75-450
17127 Pomona Rincon Road
Chino,CA 91708
909- 597-8332
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/yorba.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
The Yorba-Slaughter Adobe, built in 1852-53, is one of the oldest standing adobe residences in San Bernardino County. This historic adobe home built by Raimundo Yorba was purchased by Fenton Slaughter in 1868. This National Register site contains both the ranch house with many of the original Slaughter family furnishings and a renovated General Store of the 1890s which also includes agrarian exhibits.
The adobe residence was originally one story with a sleeping loft: the four rooms on the main floor and 3 in the loft were arranged side-by-side. Nearly every room had an exterior door. Wide porches were built on all four sides; porches on the east and south sides were later enclosed.
Next door, the ornamental concrete block house was built between 1906 and 1909. It, too, had porches that were later framed to create more rooms. It was to become the principal residence at Buena Vista; the adobe was apparently unoccupied between 1916 and 1929 and was for a time used to grow mushrooms. Restoration of the adobe was started in 1928.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Adobe for latest information.
Roy Rogers - Dale Evans Museum, Victorville
Roy Rogers - Dale Evans Museum
Victorville, CA
http://www.royrogers.com/museum.html
The Roy Rogers - Dale Evans Museum is now closed. In 2003, they moved from the museum in Victorville to a new location in Branson, MO, which has since closed in December 2009.
Victorville, CA
http://www.royrogers.com/museum.html
The Roy Rogers - Dale Evans Museum is now closed. In 2003, they moved from the museum in Victorville to a new location in Branson, MO, which has since closed in December 2009.
The Hi-Desert Nature Museum, Yucca Valley
The Hi-Desert Nature Museum
Yucca Valley Community Center Complex
57090 29 Palms Highway
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
760-369-7212
http://www.hidesertnaturemuseum.org/
Tues-Sun: 10a-5p
Closed major holidays
Free admission; donations welcome.
The Hi-Desert Nature Museum is dedicated to the process of education by exploring the natural, artistic, and cultural heritage of the Morongo Basin and High Desert. The Museum seeks to inspire wonder, discovery, understanding, and responsibility in its community and visitors through exhibitions, programs, and collections in the arts, history, and natural sciences.
The Museum is a family-oriented facility with collections and exhibits related to the desert’s unique natural, artistic and historical elements. The museum features educational opportunities for visitors of all ages, including natural history dioramas displaying wildlife in the desert, an interactive “Kids Corner” with plenty of hands-on activities, a mini-zoo with live desert creatures, a gem and mineral collection, a Native American artifacts exhibit and a fossil collection. Six rotating special exhibits are scheduled each year.
Collections of note include a comprehensive collection of Howard Pierce pottery, papers and serigraphs from Henry and Beverly Mockel, a Victorian-era collection of miniature paintings on ivory, an extensive collection reflecting the mineral resources of the local region, over 90 taxidermied specimens, and mining tools and implements reflecting the High Desert’s rich mining history. The Native American material culture collection contains objects from throughout the Western United States with concentration on Chemehuevi, Serrano, and Cahuilla cultures.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Yucca Valley Community Center Complex
57090 29 Palms Highway
Yucca Valley, CA 92284
760-369-7212
http://www.hidesertnaturemuseum.org/
Tues-Sun: 10a-5p
Closed major holidays
Free admission; donations welcome.
The Hi-Desert Nature Museum is dedicated to the process of education by exploring the natural, artistic, and cultural heritage of the Morongo Basin and High Desert. The Museum seeks to inspire wonder, discovery, understanding, and responsibility in its community and visitors through exhibitions, programs, and collections in the arts, history, and natural sciences.
The Museum is a family-oriented facility with collections and exhibits related to the desert’s unique natural, artistic and historical elements. The museum features educational opportunities for visitors of all ages, including natural history dioramas displaying wildlife in the desert, an interactive “Kids Corner” with plenty of hands-on activities, a mini-zoo with live desert creatures, a gem and mineral collection, a Native American artifacts exhibit and a fossil collection. Six rotating special exhibits are scheduled each year.
Collections of note include a comprehensive collection of Howard Pierce pottery, papers and serigraphs from Henry and Beverly Mockel, a Victorian-era collection of miniature paintings on ivory, an extensive collection reflecting the mineral resources of the local region, over 90 taxidermied specimens, and mining tools and implements reflecting the High Desert’s rich mining history. The Native American material culture collection contains objects from throughout the Western United States with concentration on Chemehuevi, Serrano, and Cahuilla cultures.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art, Rancho Cucamonga
Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art
Chaffey College
5885 Haven Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737-3002
909-652-6493
http://www.chaffey.edu/wignall/about.shtml
Mon–Thurs: 10a-4p
Sat: 12p-4p
Closed on holidays
Free and open to the public
Park in the North Parking Lot. Permits can be purchased at automated kiosks for $2. Parking is free during museum receptions and special events. The Museum is located just south of the eastern side of the North Parking Lot.
The Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art is dedicated to presenting innovative exhibitions and programs that reflect the scope and diversity of the art of our time.
A vital component of the academic and cultural life of the Chaffey Community College District, the Wignall aspires to engage broad and diverse audiences, create a sense of community, and provide a place for contemplation, stimulation, and discussion of contemporary art and the questions that shape and inspire us as individuals, cultures, and communities.
The Museum presents four to five exhibitions a year. Its exhibition space is approximately 2,500 square feet and is fully equipped with a flexible wall system. Adjoining the gallery building is an enclosed 2,500 square foot patio which provides a venue for outdoor installations, performances and receptions.
In addition to its annual exhibition schedule, the Museum presents lectures, performances, and educational programs for adults, families and children.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Chaffey College
5885 Haven Avenue
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737-3002
909-652-6493
http://www.chaffey.edu/wignall/about.shtml
Mon–Thurs: 10a-4p
Sat: 12p-4p
Closed on holidays
Free and open to the public
Park in the North Parking Lot. Permits can be purchased at automated kiosks for $2. Parking is free during museum receptions and special events. The Museum is located just south of the eastern side of the North Parking Lot.
The Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art is dedicated to presenting innovative exhibitions and programs that reflect the scope and diversity of the art of our time.
A vital component of the academic and cultural life of the Chaffey Community College District, the Wignall aspires to engage broad and diverse audiences, create a sense of community, and provide a place for contemplation, stimulation, and discussion of contemporary art and the questions that shape and inspire us as individuals, cultures, and communities.
The Museum presents four to five exhibitions a year. Its exhibition space is approximately 2,500 square feet and is fully equipped with a flexible wall system. Adjoining the gallery building is an enclosed 2,500 square foot patio which provides a venue for outdoor installations, performances and receptions.
In addition to its annual exhibition schedule, the Museum presents lectures, performances, and educational programs for adults, families and children.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Yucaipa Adobe, Yucaipa
The Yucaipa Adobe
California Historical Landmark #528
32183 Kentucky Street
Yucaipa, CA 92399
909-795-3485
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/yucadob.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Oral history and tradition attributed this adobe home to Diego Sepulveda. But historical and archaeological studies undertaken during restoration and seismic strengthening of the adobe in 1989-1990 provided a new interpretation. It is now believed that Diego Sepulveda’s adobe was located a few hundred yards away, near 16th and Dunlap Boulevard, and that James Waters, noted hunter, trapper, and mountaineer, built the Yucaipa Adobe in 1858-1859. Mr. Waters stocked his Yucaipa Rancho with sheep, driving herds as far as Arizona and Montana.
The Yucaipa Adobe contains furnishings from the nineteenth century. Horse-drawn farm implements are exhibited outside the adobe. The exhibit was donated by the Haley and Melton families, early Yucaipa ranchers. The Lions Club of Yucaipa moved the farm implements to the site and organized the exhibit, which also includes a blacksmith shop.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Adobe for latest information.
California Historical Landmark #528
32183 Kentucky Street
Yucaipa, CA 92399
909-795-3485
http://www.sbcounty.gov/museum/branches/yucadob.htm
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
Oral history and tradition attributed this adobe home to Diego Sepulveda. But historical and archaeological studies undertaken during restoration and seismic strengthening of the adobe in 1989-1990 provided a new interpretation. It is now believed that Diego Sepulveda’s adobe was located a few hundred yards away, near 16th and Dunlap Boulevard, and that James Waters, noted hunter, trapper, and mountaineer, built the Yucaipa Adobe in 1858-1859. Mr. Waters stocked his Yucaipa Rancho with sheep, driving herds as far as Arizona and Montana.
The Yucaipa Adobe contains furnishings from the nineteenth century. Horse-drawn farm implements are exhibited outside the adobe. The exhibit was donated by the Haley and Melton families, early Yucaipa ranchers. The Lions Club of Yucaipa moved the farm implements to the site and organized the exhibit, which also includes a blacksmith shop.
A branch of the San Bernardino County Museum.
Contact the Adobe for latest information.
Chaffey / Cooper Regional History Museum, Upland
The Chaffey Communities Cultural Center
Cooper Regional History Museum
Two museums located in Upland, CA
http://www.coopermuseum.net/
The Chaffey Communities Cultural Center is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history and culture of the communities of Upland, Ontario, Montclair, Mt. Baldy, Rancho Cucamonga and San Antonio Heights.
217 East A Street
Upland, CA
909-982-8010
Tues: 12-2p
Thur-Sat: 11a-5p
This location features:
The Main Gallery - "California Citrus Story"
The Nichols Gallery - Tongva Indians
The Hall Gallery - Local Communities
525 West 18th Street
Upland, CA
909-920-3742
Thurs: 2p-6p
Fri-Sat: 10a-6p
Please call to verify hours - Sometimes the site manager here is working 'outreach' or helping at the A Street museum!
This location features:
100 year-old Historic St. Marks Church
Farm Implement Display
Research Library
Artifact Processing Center
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Cooper Regional History Museum
Two museums located in Upland, CA
http://www.coopermuseum.net/
The Chaffey Communities Cultural Center is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history and culture of the communities of Upland, Ontario, Montclair, Mt. Baldy, Rancho Cucamonga and San Antonio Heights.
217 East A Street
Upland, CA
909-982-8010
Tues: 12-2p
Thur-Sat: 11a-5p
This location features:
The Main Gallery - "California Citrus Story"
The Nichols Gallery - Tongva Indians
The Hall Gallery - Local Communities
525 West 18th Street
Upland, CA
909-920-3742
Thurs: 2p-6p
Fri-Sat: 10a-6p
Please call to verify hours - Sometimes the site manager here is working 'outreach' or helping at the A Street museum!
This location features:
100 year-old Historic St. Marks Church
Farm Implement Display
Research Library
Artifact Processing Center
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Ontario Heritage, Ontario
Ontario Heritage
P.O. Box 1
Ontario, CA 91762
909-229-0772
http://www.ontarioheritage.org
The mission of Ontario Heritage, a nonprofit advocacy organization, is to protect, preserve, and promote the historical environment and cultural heritage of their Model Colony.
They plan activities and events throughout the year that showcase the City's resources and educate the community.
They host a number of walking tours (some with additional dramatic presentations) of local historic homes and special Ontario places such as the Bellevue Cemetery and Downtown.
Contact Ontario Heritage for latest information.
P.O. Box 1
Ontario, CA 91762
909-229-0772
http://www.ontarioheritage.org
The mission of Ontario Heritage, a nonprofit advocacy organization, is to protect, preserve, and promote the historical environment and cultural heritage of their Model Colony.
They plan activities and events throughout the year that showcase the City's resources and educate the community.
They host a number of walking tours (some with additional dramatic presentations) of local historic homes and special Ontario places such as the Bellevue Cemetery and Downtown.
Contact Ontario Heritage for latest information.
Upland Heritage, Upland
Upland Heritage
http://www.uplandheritage.org/
Upland Heritage promotes historic preservation and restoration in the city of Upland.
They host walking tours of local historic homes, and host period-specific events.
Contact Upland Heritage for latest information.
http://www.uplandheritage.org/
Upland Heritage promotes historic preservation and restoration in the city of Upland.
They host walking tours of local historic homes, and host period-specific events.
Contact Upland Heritage for latest information.
Planes of Fame Air Museum, Chino
Planes of Fame Air Museum
7000 Merrill Ave., #17 (at Cal Aero Drive)
North side of Chino Airport
Chino, CA 91710
909-597-3722
http://www.planesoffame.org/
Sun-Fri: 10a-5p
Sat: 9a-5p
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and occasional special events
Adults $11
Seniors 65+, Veterans $10
AAA members (with card) $9.90
Children <12 $4
Active duty military, police, firefighters, Museum members, Children <5 FREE
The Planes of Fame Air Museum is aviation museum that is dedicated to the preservation, perpetuation and exhibition of historical aircraft, and to the men and women, both famous and unknown, who devoted their lives to flight. The Museum spans the history of manned flight from the Chanute Hang Glider of 1896 to the Space Age of Apollo.
The Museum is a "living history" museum, where the aircraft are not only preserved, but are kept flying. To share the collection with the public, warbirds are flown regularly, participating in airshows, military base open houses, and are often used in the making of television programs and motion picture presentations. As a result, a specific aircraft may be absent at times.
The Restoration Hangar contains the aircraft restoration projects underway at the Museum with the exception of the B-17 and DC-3/C-47. A large number of Museum volunteers can be found working on various projects every Thursday and Saturday and the hangar is open to the public for viewing.
The Military Vehicle Corps, often referred to as the Motor Pool, is a small group within the Museum family. The Military Vehicles in the collection are primarily from World War II. These vehicles are used in parades, public events, and WWII re-enactments.
Planes of Fame Air Museum is honored to be the home of the 475th Fighter Group collection. The stories and memorabilia of this highly decorated group, which flew the P-38 in combat, are now permanently housed in a new display hangar constructed entirely by the members of the 475th. The 475th Fighter Group hangar is the new home of the Museum’s Lockheed P-38 Lightning.
They also have a members research library and Hands-On Aviation youth education center.
Sister facility in Valle, AZ: 755 Mustang Way, Valle-Williams, AZ 86046, 928-635-1000
Contact the Museum for latest information.
7000 Merrill Ave., #17 (at Cal Aero Drive)
North side of Chino Airport
Chino, CA 91710
909-597-3722
http://www.planesoffame.org/
Sun-Fri: 10a-5p
Sat: 9a-5p
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and occasional special events
Adults $11
Seniors 65+, Veterans $10
AAA members (with card) $9.90
Children <12 $4
Active duty military, police, firefighters, Museum members, Children <5 FREE
The Planes of Fame Air Museum is aviation museum that is dedicated to the preservation, perpetuation and exhibition of historical aircraft, and to the men and women, both famous and unknown, who devoted their lives to flight. The Museum spans the history of manned flight from the Chanute Hang Glider of 1896 to the Space Age of Apollo.
The Museum is a "living history" museum, where the aircraft are not only preserved, but are kept flying. To share the collection with the public, warbirds are flown regularly, participating in airshows, military base open houses, and are often used in the making of television programs and motion picture presentations. As a result, a specific aircraft may be absent at times.
The Restoration Hangar contains the aircraft restoration projects underway at the Museum with the exception of the B-17 and DC-3/C-47. A large number of Museum volunteers can be found working on various projects every Thursday and Saturday and the hangar is open to the public for viewing.
The Military Vehicle Corps, often referred to as the Motor Pool, is a small group within the Museum family. The Military Vehicles in the collection are primarily from World War II. These vehicles are used in parades, public events, and WWII re-enactments.
Planes of Fame Air Museum is honored to be the home of the 475th Fighter Group collection. The stories and memorabilia of this highly decorated group, which flew the P-38 in combat, are now permanently housed in a new display hangar constructed entirely by the members of the 475th. The 475th Fighter Group hangar is the new home of the Museum’s Lockheed P-38 Lightning.
They also have a members research library and Hands-On Aviation youth education center.
Sister facility in Valle, AZ: 755 Mustang Way, Valle-Williams, AZ 86046, 928-635-1000
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Friday, December 31, 2010
Yanks Air Museum, Chino
Yanks Air Museum
7000 Merrill Avenue
West end of the Chino Airport
Hangar A270, Box 35
Chino, CA 91710
909-597-1734
http://www.yanksair.com/
Mon-Sat: 8a-4p
Closed major holidays (New Years Eve 12/31, New Years Day 1/1 , Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve 12/24 and Christmas Day 12/25)
Adults $11
Seniors (65+) $10
Children (5 to 11) $5
Children (4 & under) Free
The Yanks Air Museum is focused exclusively on American aviation history and technology. The collection now numbers 160+ aircraft and continues to grow.
The scope of the collection covers the entire history of American aviation, from the 1903 Wright Flyer to Jets.
Some of the aircraft currently on display are the sole surviving example of its type, while many others are rare birds in that perhaps only a precious few of that type exist today.
The existing museum campus extends over approximately 10 acres and includes approximately 150,600 square feet of display, restoration, and storage buildings with additional open-air storage areas. Steady growth of the museum has inspired future plans to expand the Chino facility to accommodate additional aircraft, artifacts and a multi-media education center.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
7000 Merrill Avenue
West end of the Chino Airport
Hangar A270, Box 35
Chino, CA 91710
909-597-1734
http://www.yanksair.com/
Mon-Sat: 8a-4p
Closed major holidays (New Years Eve 12/31, New Years Day 1/1 , Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve 12/24 and Christmas Day 12/25)
Adults $11
Seniors (65+) $10
Children (5 to 11) $5
Children (4 & under) Free
The Yanks Air Museum is focused exclusively on American aviation history and technology. The collection now numbers 160+ aircraft and continues to grow.
The scope of the collection covers the entire history of American aviation, from the 1903 Wright Flyer to Jets.
Some of the aircraft currently on display are the sole surviving example of its type, while many others are rare birds in that perhaps only a precious few of that type exist today.
The existing museum campus extends over approximately 10 acres and includes approximately 150,600 square feet of display, restoration, and storage buildings with additional open-air storage areas. Steady growth of the museum has inspired future plans to expand the Chino facility to accommodate additional aircraft, artifacts and a multi-media education center.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Museum of History and Art, Ontario
Museum of History and Art, Ontario
225 South Euclid Avenue
Ontario, CA 91762
909-395-2510
http://www.ci.ontario.ca.us/index.cfm/1605
Thurs-Sun 12p-4p
Free
The purpose of the Museum of History and Art, Ontario is to promote knowledge and understanding of the history, art, and cultural traditions of the greater Ontario area in a broad context.
The Museum will serve and enrich the community by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of Ontario and its region through exhibitions, educational programs, lectures, publications and other community events.
The Museum collects objects from the California Native American period to the present day.
Special exhibits include static and interactive displays, as well as special musical performances.
Permanent Exhibits: There are two interpretive exhibits within the south wing that focus on local and regional history:
- Road Ways
- Gem of the Foothills
Examine the history of Ontario and its neighboring communities including its citrus and vineyard heritage, local roads and highways such as Euclid Avenue and Route 66, local businesses and community groups.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
225 South Euclid Avenue
Ontario, CA 91762
909-395-2510
http://www.ci.ontario.ca.us/index.cfm/1605
Thurs-Sun 12p-4p
Free
The purpose of the Museum of History and Art, Ontario is to promote knowledge and understanding of the history, art, and cultural traditions of the greater Ontario area in a broad context.
The Museum will serve and enrich the community by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history of Ontario and its region through exhibitions, educational programs, lectures, publications and other community events.
The Museum collects objects from the California Native American period to the present day.
Special exhibits include static and interactive displays, as well as special musical performances.
Permanent Exhibits: There are two interpretive exhibits within the south wing that focus on local and regional history:
- Road Ways
- Gem of the Foothills
Examine the history of Ontario and its neighboring communities including its citrus and vineyard heritage, local roads and highways such as Euclid Avenue and Route 66, local businesses and community groups.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Route 66 Mother Road Museum, Barstow
Route 66 Mother Road Museum
681 N. First Ave
Barstow, CA 92311
760-255-1890
http://route66museum.org
Fri-Sun: 10a-4p
Other hours maybe arranged. Closed certain holidays.
Free admission.
The museum displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to Route 66 and the Mojave Desert communities. Displays include development of US Route 66 from early pioneer trails, railroads, automotive history, businesses and sites.
The museum is located in the fourth Harvey House built. It's along the old right of way for the old Santa Fe Railroad Company.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
681 N. First Ave
Barstow, CA 92311
760-255-1890
http://route66museum.org
Fri-Sun: 10a-4p
Other hours maybe arranged. Closed certain holidays.
Free admission.
The museum displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to Route 66 and the Mojave Desert communities. Displays include development of US Route 66 from early pioneer trails, railroads, automotive history, businesses and sites.
The museum is located in the fourth Harvey House built. It's along the old right of way for the old Santa Fe Railroad Company.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Calico Early Man Site, Barstow
Calico Early Man Site
~15 miles northest of Barstow
Bureau of Land Management
http://www.blm.gov/ca/st/en/fo/barstow/calico.html
Weds: 12:30p-4:30p
Thurs-Sun: 9a-4:30p
Guided Tours
Weds: 1:30 and 3:30
Thurs-Sun: 9:30a, 11:30a, 1:30p and 3:30p
Adults (1 or 2 persons) $5, each additional person $2.50
Children (12 and under) $1
Seniors (62+) $2
--It is thought that early nomadic hunters stopped in this area as a possible stone tool workshop, quarry or campsite
--Numerous artifacts have been found including stone knives, picks and chopping tools
--This is the only New World project undertaken by the famed Dr Leakey
--In addition to the tours, they have interactive and demonstration sessions
Visit the BLM website for the latest information.
~15 miles northest of Barstow
Bureau of Land Management
http://www.blm.gov/ca/st/en/fo/barstow/calico.html
Weds: 12:30p-4:30p
Thurs-Sun: 9a-4:30p
Guided Tours
Weds: 1:30 and 3:30
Thurs-Sun: 9:30a, 11:30a, 1:30p and 3:30p
Adults (1 or 2 persons) $5, each additional person $2.50
Children (12 and under) $1
Seniors (62+) $2
--It is thought that early nomadic hunters stopped in this area as a possible stone tool workshop, quarry or campsite
--Numerous artifacts have been found including stone knives, picks and chopping tools
--This is the only New World project undertaken by the famed Dr Leakey
--In addition to the tours, they have interactive and demonstration sessions
Visit the BLM website for the latest information.
Mojave River Valley Museum, Barstow
Mojave River Valley Museum
270 Virginia Way
Barstow, CA 92312
760-256-5452
http://mojaverivervalleymuseum.org
Daily: 11a-4p [only closed Christmas]
Free admission
The museum houses a series of displays and exhibits that portray the history of the Mojave River Valley from the arrival of Father Garces in 1776 on through pathfinders, pioneers, miners, railroads and the present space program.
Their archive of local area newspapers dates back to 1911, and their photo collection contains over 20,000 photos.
Contact the Museum or visit its website for the latest information.
270 Virginia Way
Barstow, CA 92312
760-256-5452
http://mojaverivervalleymuseum.org
Daily: 11a-4p [only closed Christmas]
Free admission
The museum houses a series of displays and exhibits that portray the history of the Mojave River Valley from the arrival of Father Garces in 1776 on through pathfinders, pioneers, miners, railroads and the present space program.
Their archive of local area newspapers dates back to 1911, and their photo collection contains over 20,000 photos.
Contact the Museum or visit its website for the latest information.
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