The March Field Air Museum
Adjacent to March Air Reserve Base
16222 Interstate 215 (at 22550 Van Buren Blvd)
Look for the orange and white checkerboard roof visible from the freeway.
Riverside, CA 92518
951-902-5949
http://www.marchfield.org/
Tues-Sun: 9a-4p
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and Easter.
Admisison: $10
Children (5-11): $5
Active Duty and Reservist personnel in uniform (with military ID), Children <5 FREE
March Field Air Museum, and the P-38 National Museum are adjacent to the March Air Reserve Base, Riverside, California. March Field Air Museum serves as home to over 70 historic aircraft and many inside displays relating to the history of March Field, now known as March Air Reserve Base. The main building was erected in 1993. Its style reflects the traditional hangars of earlier aviation days.
At the museum visitors can watch modern military aircraft as they land and take off daily. Inside the museum the visitor will find thousands of artifacts on display covering the years from 1918 to the present. Also displayed in the hangar are some rare and unusual aircraft, including a P-59 fighter, the first operational jet adopted by the U.S. Air Force over 50 years ago.
The building also contains a theater in which visitors may view films about the history of March Field and U.S. military aviation, the General Curtis E. LeMay Library, a well-stocked Museum Store, and the museum offices.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
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Sunday, January 2, 2011
San Diego Model Railroad Museum, San Diego
San Diego Model Railroad Museum
1649 El Prado
Lower level of the Casa De Balboa on the Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
619-696-0199
http://www.sdmrm.org/
Tues-Fri: 11a-4p
Sat-Sun: 11a-5p
Adults $7
Seniors (65+) $6
Students (with ID) $3
Active Military (with ID) $2.50
Children <15 - FREE when accompanied by an adult
First Tuesday of the month is FREE for San Diego County Residents. Picture ID is mandatory.
The mission of the San Diego Model Railroad Museum is to preserve the heritage of railroading through a series of miniature representations of California railroads, research and preserve the history of model railroading, and educate the public in the many different aspects of railroading.
At 27,000 sq. ft., the museum is one the largest indoor model railroad displays in the world and the only accredited railroad themed musuem in USA.
The individual HO and N scale layouts are among largest of their type. Construction of the model railroads is accomplished by volunteer club members (approximately. 320). Each club is responsible for the design, construction, funding, and operation of its exhibit.
Since its opening to the public in March of 1982, the museum is now approaching 3 million visitors.
Contact the Museum for its latest information.
1649 El Prado
Lower level of the Casa De Balboa on the Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
619-696-0199
http://www.sdmrm.org/
Tues-Fri: 11a-4p
Sat-Sun: 11a-5p
Adults $7
Seniors (65+) $6
Students (with ID) $3
Active Military (with ID) $2.50
Children <15 - FREE when accompanied by an adult
First Tuesday of the month is FREE for San Diego County Residents. Picture ID is mandatory.
The mission of the San Diego Model Railroad Museum is to preserve the heritage of railroading through a series of miniature representations of California railroads, research and preserve the history of model railroading, and educate the public in the many different aspects of railroading.
At 27,000 sq. ft., the museum is one the largest indoor model railroad displays in the world and the only accredited railroad themed musuem in USA.
The individual HO and N scale layouts are among largest of their type. Construction of the model railroads is accomplished by volunteer club members (approximately. 320). Each club is responsible for the design, construction, funding, and operation of its exhibit.
Since its opening to the public in March of 1982, the museum is now approaching 3 million visitors.
Contact the Museum for its latest information.
Metro, Los Angeles
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro)
Hollywood and Los Angeles
http://www.metro.net/about/art/
Metro commissions artists to incorporate art into a wide array of transportation projects throughout Los Angeles County. From bus stops to rail stations, streetscapes to bus interiors, construction fences to poetry works, art creates a sense of place and engages transit riders.
Established in 1989, Metro's Art Department has commissioned over 300 artists for a wide variety of projects. Artists are selected through a peer review process with community input; all works are created especially for their transit-related sites.
Described as “one of the most imaginative public art programs in the country”[1] Metro has received numerous design and artistic excellence awards. Known for its interdisciplinary approach as well as the broad range of artists that have been commissioned, Metro is also recognized for its innovative and successful community involvement. Strong support has been demonstrated by municipal and corporate contributions of over $1.5 million.
Art Tours
Metro offers regularly scheduled tours of the artwork in the Metro Rail system. Tours are led by trained Metro Docent Council volunteers.
Metro’s Docent Council is a group of volunteers committed to increasing awareness of the broad range of art in the Metro Rail system through public tours that provide insights into the artworks, the artists who created them, the processes it took to make them, and the communities they enhance. While docent programs are commonly found at museums around the world, Metro is the first transit agency to benefit from such a program.
Scheduled Tours
Free tours are offered the first Thursday, Saturday and Sunday of every month. The tours are roundtrip and last approximately 2 hours. No reservations are required.
First Thursday - Meet promptly at 7 pm at the street level entrance to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Rail Station on Hollywood Blvd. near the corner with Highland Ave. If driving to Hollywood/Highland station, park at the Visitors' Center at the Hollywood/Highland shopping center complex to obtain partial parking validation.
First Saturday - Meet promptly at 10 a.m. at the street level entrance to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Rail Station on Hollywood Blvd. near the corner with Highland Ave. If driving to Hollywood/Highland station, park at the Visitors’ Center at the Hollywood/Highland shopping center complex to obtain partial parking validation.
First Sunday - Meet promptly at 10 a.m. at the information booth inside the entrance to historic Union Station at 900 Alameda St. in Downtown Los Angeles. There is pay parking at Union Station and metered street parking, and pay lots in the immediate area.
An Art Guide is also available for self tours. See their website.
Hollywood and Los Angeles
http://www.metro.net/about/art/
Metro commissions artists to incorporate art into a wide array of transportation projects throughout Los Angeles County. From bus stops to rail stations, streetscapes to bus interiors, construction fences to poetry works, art creates a sense of place and engages transit riders.
Established in 1989, Metro's Art Department has commissioned over 300 artists for a wide variety of projects. Artists are selected through a peer review process with community input; all works are created especially for their transit-related sites.
Described as “one of the most imaginative public art programs in the country”[1] Metro has received numerous design and artistic excellence awards. Known for its interdisciplinary approach as well as the broad range of artists that have been commissioned, Metro is also recognized for its innovative and successful community involvement. Strong support has been demonstrated by municipal and corporate contributions of over $1.5 million.
Art Tours
Metro offers regularly scheduled tours of the artwork in the Metro Rail system. Tours are led by trained Metro Docent Council volunteers.
Metro’s Docent Council is a group of volunteers committed to increasing awareness of the broad range of art in the Metro Rail system through public tours that provide insights into the artworks, the artists who created them, the processes it took to make them, and the communities they enhance. While docent programs are commonly found at museums around the world, Metro is the first transit agency to benefit from such a program.
Scheduled Tours
Free tours are offered the first Thursday, Saturday and Sunday of every month. The tours are roundtrip and last approximately 2 hours. No reservations are required.
First Thursday - Meet promptly at 7 pm at the street level entrance to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Rail Station on Hollywood Blvd. near the corner with Highland Ave. If driving to Hollywood/Highland station, park at the Visitors' Center at the Hollywood/Highland shopping center complex to obtain partial parking validation.
First Saturday - Meet promptly at 10 a.m. at the street level entrance to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Rail Station on Hollywood Blvd. near the corner with Highland Ave. If driving to Hollywood/Highland station, park at the Visitors’ Center at the Hollywood/Highland shopping center complex to obtain partial parking validation.
First Sunday - Meet promptly at 10 a.m. at the information booth inside the entrance to historic Union Station at 900 Alameda St. in Downtown Los Angeles. There is pay parking at Union Station and metered street parking, and pay lots in the immediate area.
An Art Guide is also available for self tours. See their website.
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.
Orange Empire Railway Museum, Perris
Orange Empire Railway Museum
2201 S. "A" St.
Perris, CA 92570
951-943-3020
http://www.oerm.org/
Museum grounds: Daily 9a-5p
The Reception Center: 9:30a- 4:30p weekdays, 9:30a-5:00p on weekends
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Access to the Museum Grounds is free, (except during certain special events).
Free parking
On regular weekends, an all-day pass to ride the trains:
Adults $12 for adults
Children (5-11) $8
Children <5 FREE
See their Calendar for dates and prices of OERM special events.
Explore the West's largest collection of railway locomotives, passenger and freight cars, streetcars, interurban electric cars, buildings and other artifacts dating from the 1870's.
Ride streetcars, interurban cars and trains on the Museum Railway. Trolleys and trains operate every weekend and on many major holidays, 11AM to 5PM. Steam locomotive operation is scheduled for the third weekend of the month between September and May (no steam operations during the summer). Unfortunately, they cannot guarantee the availability of any particular piece of equipment on any given day. Some equipment does not operate during rain.
Middleton Museum of Toy Trains & Americana - OERM's unique Middleton Collection is perhaps most famous for its Toy Trains, but it really does have a little bit of everything! The collection presents the joys of a lifetime of collecting by Evan Middleton, who ran the Toy Train shop at Knott's Berry Farm in the 1960s. Housed in two Denver & Rio Grande baggage cars, the Middleton Collection is a long-standing institution at OERM.
Built of red brick, the 1892 Santa Fe Railway depot in Perris is a classic example of High Victorian style. Built in the Queen Anne architectural style, the depot is still on its original site, substantially unchanged from its original design and construction.
The Museum grounds are quite large and contain numerous buildings, parks and outdoor areas to explore. Dress appropriately for the weather, and wear comfortable walking shoes. The Museum grounds are quite large and there's a lot to see.
They recommend visiting on a weekend if possible, as this is when the trains and trolleys are running and most of our display buildings are open. If you're planning to visit during the week, call ahead to reserve a guided tour, available most weekday mornings for a small fee.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
2201 S. "A" St.
Perris, CA 92570
951-943-3020
http://www.oerm.org/
Museum grounds: Daily 9a-5p
The Reception Center: 9:30a- 4:30p weekdays, 9:30a-5:00p on weekends
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Access to the Museum Grounds is free, (except during certain special events).
Free parking
On regular weekends, an all-day pass to ride the trains:
Adults $12 for adults
Children (5-11) $8
Children <5 FREE
See their Calendar for dates and prices of OERM special events.
Explore the West's largest collection of railway locomotives, passenger and freight cars, streetcars, interurban electric cars, buildings and other artifacts dating from the 1870's.
Ride streetcars, interurban cars and trains on the Museum Railway. Trolleys and trains operate every weekend and on many major holidays, 11AM to 5PM. Steam locomotive operation is scheduled for the third weekend of the month between September and May (no steam operations during the summer). Unfortunately, they cannot guarantee the availability of any particular piece of equipment on any given day. Some equipment does not operate during rain.
Middleton Museum of Toy Trains & Americana - OERM's unique Middleton Collection is perhaps most famous for its Toy Trains, but it really does have a little bit of everything! The collection presents the joys of a lifetime of collecting by Evan Middleton, who ran the Toy Train shop at Knott's Berry Farm in the 1960s. Housed in two Denver & Rio Grande baggage cars, the Middleton Collection is a long-standing institution at OERM.
Built of red brick, the 1892 Santa Fe Railway depot in Perris is a classic example of High Victorian style. Built in the Queen Anne architectural style, the depot is still on its original site, substantially unchanged from its original design and construction.
The Museum grounds are quite large and contain numerous buildings, parks and outdoor areas to explore. Dress appropriately for the weather, and wear comfortable walking shoes. The Museum grounds are quite large and there's a lot to see.
They recommend visiting on a weekend if possible, as this is when the trains and trolleys are running and most of our display buildings are open. If you're planning to visit during the week, call ahead to reserve a guided tour, available most weekday mornings for a small fee.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
Wings and Rotors Air Museum, Murrieta
Wings and Rotors Air Museum
French Valley Airport
Off of Winchester Rd. (SR-79), just east of I-215
Murrieta, CA
951-662-5653
http://www.wingsandrotors.org/
Mon-Fri: 6:30a-3p
Summer: Mon-Sat
Suggested donation: $3
The museum is in the process of moving to a new hangar, still in the French Valley Airport. They are still open by appointment, call 951-662-5653. Until the new hangar upgrades are completed, due to security concerns at the airport, there are locked gates so will operate on an appointment basis.
The museum takes great pride in our restorations striving for exact historical accuracy in their appearance, and learning as much as possible about the units they may have served in. It is their belief that they better serve the public and veterans by being as accurate as possible down to the last detail.
Formerly the Whittier Aviation Museum.
Contact the Museum for latest information.
French Valley Airport
Off of Winchester Rd. (SR-79), just east of I-215
Murrieta, CA
951-662-5653
http://www.wingsandrotors.org/
Mon-Fri: 6:30a-3p
Summer: Mon-Sat
Suggested donation: $3
The museum is in the process of moving to a new hangar, still in the French Valley Airport. They are still open by appointment, call 951-662-5653. Until the new hangar upgrades are completed, due to security concerns at the airport, there are locked gates so will operate on an appointment basis.
The museum takes great pride in our restorations striving for exact historical accuracy in their appearance, and learning as much as possible about the units they may have served in. It is their belief that they better serve the public and veterans by being as accurate as possible down to the last detail.
Formerly the Whittier Aviation Museum.
Contact the Museum 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
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum, Vista
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum
2040 North Santa Fe
Vista, CA 92084
760-941-1791
http://www.agsem.com/
Daily: 10a-4p
Closed December 25th & January 1st
Check their schedule for museum closures due to special events.
Non-Event Daily Admission
Adults $5
Senior 65+ $4
Children 6-12 $3
Children <6 Free
Located on 55 acres of rolling farm ground, the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum collects, preserves and displays examples of mechanical ingenuity and crafts associated with the early days of the American farm and rural community.
The Museum's collections focus on the 1849 through the early 1960’s era with exhibits that actively demonstrate farm equipment and tools from horse drawn through modern row crop.
Unique from traditional Museum, the collection is maintained in operating condition and used during a wide range of events held here on the grounds. Volunteers operate equipment to help maintain and repair the property and collections.
The Museum is operated as a semi-static museum most days, they do have active demonstrations throughout the week. The Weaving exhibit is open every Thursday for demonstration and teaching. Blacksmithing is taught and demonstrated every Saturday from beginning through advance classes and our N' Scale Model Railroad building is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Museum offers educational and recreational opportunities to the public through exhibits, demonstrations, activities and programs displaying the art of invention fulfilling necessity. Acknowledging the past provides direction for the future.
Self-guided tours available.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
2040 North Santa Fe
Vista, CA 92084
760-941-1791
http://www.agsem.com/
Daily: 10a-4p
Closed December 25th & January 1st
Check their schedule for museum closures due to special events.
Non-Event Daily Admission
Adults $5
Senior 65+ $4
Children 6-12 $3
Children <6 Free
Located on 55 acres of rolling farm ground, the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum collects, preserves and displays examples of mechanical ingenuity and crafts associated with the early days of the American farm and rural community.
The Museum's collections focus on the 1849 through the early 1960’s era with exhibits that actively demonstrate farm equipment and tools from horse drawn through modern row crop.
Unique from traditional Museum, the collection is maintained in operating condition and used during a wide range of events held here on the grounds. Volunteers operate equipment to help maintain and repair the property and collections.
The Museum is operated as a semi-static museum most days, they do have active demonstrations throughout the week. The Weaving exhibit is open every Thursday for demonstration and teaching. Blacksmithing is taught and demonstrated every Saturday from beginning through advance classes and our N' Scale Model Railroad building is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The Museum offers educational and recreational opportunities to the public through exhibits, demonstrations, activities and programs displaying the art of invention fulfilling necessity. Acknowledging the past provides direction for the future.
Self-guided tours available.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
American Military Museum, South El Monte
American Military Museum
In the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
1918 Rosemead Blvd
South El Monte, CA 91733
626-442-1776
http://tankland.com/
Fri-Sun: 10a-4:30p
The museum is all outdoors and closed on rainy days.
Adults $5
Veterans & Seniors $4
Juniors (10-16) $3
Children (5-9) $1
Children <5 FREE
FREE parking.
Please note not to turn into the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, but to continue down the road to the driveway.
The American Military Museum has been collecting, preserving, restoring, and sharing the largest inter-service collection of military equipment in the Western United States for over 57 years.
The museum has over 178 vehicles on display organized by tanks, artillery and self-propelled guns; armored vehicles and personnel carriers; cars, trucks, jeeps, motorcycles, other vehicles and misc equipment; and naval and ordnance.
Tours are self-guided tours. An informational booklet is available so you can walk around with to view the exhibits. Though there are no tour-guides, questions are always accepted and in fact encouraged. They offer booklets in English, Spanish Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean.
In addition to historic education, the museum has also worked with the county of Los Angeles to give workplace experience in auto painting and body since 1978. Over 280 boys and girls from ages 14-21 have gone through our summer program.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
In the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
1918 Rosemead Blvd
South El Monte, CA 91733
626-442-1776
http://tankland.com/
Fri-Sun: 10a-4:30p
The museum is all outdoors and closed on rainy days.
Adults $5
Veterans & Seniors $4
Juniors (10-16) $3
Children (5-9) $1
Children <5 FREE
FREE parking.
Please note not to turn into the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, but to continue down the road to the driveway.
The American Military Museum has been collecting, preserving, restoring, and sharing the largest inter-service collection of military equipment in the Western United States for over 57 years.
The museum has over 178 vehicles on display organized by tanks, artillery and self-propelled guns; armored vehicles and personnel carriers; cars, trucks, jeeps, motorcycles, other vehicles and misc equipment; and naval and ordnance.
Tours are self-guided tours. An informational booklet is available so you can walk around with to view the exhibits. Though there are no tour-guides, questions are always accepted and in fact encouraged. They offer booklets in English, Spanish Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Korean.
In addition to historic education, the museum has also worked with the county of Los Angeles to give workplace experience in auto painting and body since 1978. Over 280 boys and girls from ages 14-21 have gone through our summer program.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
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
California Oil Museum, Santa Paula
California Oil Museum
1001 E. Main St (at 10th St in historic downtown Santa Paula)
Santa Paula, CA 93061
(Exit 10th St from the 126 Fwy)
805-933-0076
http://www.oilmuseum.net/
Weds–Sun: 10a-4p
Adults $4
Seniors $3
Youth $1
Parking is located adjacent to the Museum on city streets, and in a parking lot at the rear of the building.
From fossils to fill 'er up, the California Oil Museum tells the story of the black bonanza that created wealth, work, and prosperity for generations of Californians.
Operated by the City of Santa Paula Community Services Department, the Museum highlights the inner workings of the state's black gold industry through interactive displays, videos, working models, games, photographs, restored gas station memorabilia, and an authentic turn-of-the-century cable-tool drilling rig.
Visitors can exercise their wits and luck as California wildcatters, see how the Indians used natural oil seeps, watch a miniature drilling rig bore into the earth, and explore the memorable brands of gas bought by early California car drivers.
The Lundgren and Bennett Collections of gas station memorabilia are one of the largest displays of vintage gas pumps in California.
In addition to the permanent petroleum exhibits, the Museum presents new exhibits of science, transportation, history, and art throughout the year.
Guided tours are available.
They also offer the Historic Downtown Santa Paula and Santa Paula Murals Tour through the Museum.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
1001 E. Main St (at 10th St in historic downtown Santa Paula)
Santa Paula, CA 93061
(Exit 10th St from the 126 Fwy)
805-933-0076
http://www.oilmuseum.net/
Weds–Sun: 10a-4p
Adults $4
Seniors $3
Youth $1
Parking is located adjacent to the Museum on city streets, and in a parking lot at the rear of the building.
From fossils to fill 'er up, the California Oil Museum tells the story of the black bonanza that created wealth, work, and prosperity for generations of Californians.
Operated by the City of Santa Paula Community Services Department, the Museum highlights the inner workings of the state's black gold industry through interactive displays, videos, working models, games, photographs, restored gas station memorabilia, and an authentic turn-of-the-century cable-tool drilling rig.
Visitors can exercise their wits and luck as California wildcatters, see how the Indians used natural oil seeps, watch a miniature drilling rig bore into the earth, and explore the memorable brands of gas bought by early California car drivers.
The Lundgren and Bennett Collections of gas station memorabilia are one of the largest displays of vintage gas pumps in California.
In addition to the permanent petroleum exhibits, the Museum presents new exhibits of science, transportation, history, and art throughout the year.
Guided tours are available.
They also offer the Historic Downtown Santa Paula and Santa Paula Murals Tour through the Museum.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Pacific Southwest Railway Museum, Campo and La Mesa
Pacific Southwest Railway Museum
Campo Depot
State Highway 94 & Forrest Gate Road
Campo, California
619-478-9937 weekends
http://www.sdrm.org/
About 45 miles east of downtown San Diego.
Demonstration and Display of Pacific Southwest Railroad History
Train rides and cab rides available in addition to the museum. The Museum runs excursions on many weekends on portions of the San Diego & Arizona Railway utilizing actual vintage equipment. Some rides require additional fees and/or reservations.
Museum Visit Only
$5 adults, $2.50 children 6-12
Sat-Sun: 9a-5p, except certain holidays
Allows you entrance to the Railway Museum grounds and Display Building where visitors can stroll through the collection of 80+ pieces of equipment: experience steam locomotives, passenger cars, freight cars and cabooses, with interior visits available for some of the trains.
La Mesa Depot
4695 Nebo Drive
La Mesa, CA 91941
619-465-PSRM (465-7776) weekdays
Sat: 1p-4p
Free
The La Mesa Depot Museum is La Mesa, California's oldest building in its original form and is the sole surviving San Diego and Cuyamaca Railway Station in existence.
Visitors can inspect the steam locomotive and string of freight cars on the nearby track and pass through the ticket/waiting area and view the telegrapher's station and a small exhibit area in the baggage room. This building and its past are a fascinating look at a bit of small-town railroading from yesteryear and its importance to the community it served.
Conveniently located across the street from the La Mesa Blvd trolley stop - come on out and enjoy an hour at this old-time station in downtown La Mesa.
Contact the Museums for their latest information and event schedule.
Campo Depot
State Highway 94 & Forrest Gate Road
Campo, California
619-478-9937 weekends
http://www.sdrm.org/
About 45 miles east of downtown San Diego.
Demonstration and Display of Pacific Southwest Railroad History
Train rides and cab rides available in addition to the museum. The Museum runs excursions on many weekends on portions of the San Diego & Arizona Railway utilizing actual vintage equipment. Some rides require additional fees and/or reservations.
Museum Visit Only
$5 adults, $2.50 children 6-12
Sat-Sun: 9a-5p, except certain holidays
Allows you entrance to the Railway Museum grounds and Display Building where visitors can stroll through the collection of 80+ pieces of equipment: experience steam locomotives, passenger cars, freight cars and cabooses, with interior visits available for some of the trains.
La Mesa Depot
4695 Nebo Drive
La Mesa, CA 91941
619-465-PSRM (465-7776) weekdays
Sat: 1p-4p
Free
The La Mesa Depot Museum is La Mesa, California's oldest building in its original form and is the sole surviving San Diego and Cuyamaca Railway Station in existence.
Visitors can inspect the steam locomotive and string of freight cars on the nearby track and pass through the ticket/waiting area and view the telegrapher's station and a small exhibit area in the baggage room. This building and its past are a fascinating look at a bit of small-town railroading from yesteryear and its importance to the community it served.
Conveniently located across the street from the La Mesa Blvd trolley stop - come on out and enjoy an hour at this old-time station in downtown La Mesa.
Contact the Museums for their latest information and event schedule.
Marconi Automotive Museum, Tustin
Marconi Automotive Museum
1302 Industrial Drive
Tustin, CA 92780
714-258-3001
http://www.marconimuseum.org/
Mon-Fri 9a-4:30p
Closed during special events and on most major Holidays
Please call ahead to schedule your visit 714-258-3001
Admission $5.00 donation per adult
Children <12 Free
The museum displays an impressive 30 million-dollar collection of historical, exotic, and classic cars. The collection includes Bikes, Open Wheel Racing Cars (both Formula 1 and Indy), American Muscle Cars, Vintage Racing and High Performance Exotics.
You can discover...
Kenny Bernstien's record breaking "Louie the Lizard" Top Fuel Dragster
Michael Schumacher's 1996 Ferrari F-1
1955 Mercedes Benz 300 SL Gullwing
1999 Jaguar XJ-220S - one of only five produced
Ferrari FX - It's one-of-a-kind
Guided and self-guided tours are available.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
1302 Industrial Drive
Tustin, CA 92780
714-258-3001
http://www.marconimuseum.org/
Mon-Fri 9a-4:30p
Closed during special events and on most major Holidays
Please call ahead to schedule your visit 714-258-3001
Admission $5.00 donation per adult
Children <12 Free
The museum displays an impressive 30 million-dollar collection of historical, exotic, and classic cars. The collection includes Bikes, Open Wheel Racing Cars (both Formula 1 and Indy), American Muscle Cars, Vintage Racing and High Performance Exotics.
You can discover...
Kenny Bernstien's record breaking "Louie the Lizard" Top Fuel Dragster
Michael Schumacher's 1996 Ferrari F-1
1955 Mercedes Benz 300 SL Gullwing
1999 Jaguar XJ-220S - one of only five produced
Ferrari FX - It's one-of-a-kind
Guided and self-guided tours are available.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Riverside International Automotive Museum, Riverside
Riverside International Automotive Museum
851 Marlborough Ave, #200
Riverside, CA 92507
951-369-6966
http://www.riversideinternational.org
Mon-Sat: 10a-4p
Suggested admission: $5, donations welcome
Whether it was hot rodding, drag racing, or sports car racing, California has played a critical role in the development of the automotive sports, design and culture, from the outset through today. And that in turn shaped California's culture. Preserving and presenting this reciprocal relationship is the goal of the museum.
The museum features a number of racecars, race posters, programs, photos, and video and audio recordings. They also have an extensive collection of exotic and rare cars on display.
They host a number of special events featuring certain race teams, tracks, drivers, and marques. Their Legends of Riverside film festival is also a treat.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
851 Marlborough Ave, #200
Riverside, CA 92507
951-369-6966
http://www.riversideinternational.org
Mon-Sat: 10a-4p
Suggested admission: $5, donations welcome
Whether it was hot rodding, drag racing, or sports car racing, California has played a critical role in the development of the automotive sports, design and culture, from the outset through today. And that in turn shaped California's culture. Preserving and presenting this reciprocal relationship is the goal of the museum.
The museum features a number of racecars, race posters, programs, photos, and video and audio recordings. They also have an extensive collection of exotic and rare cars on display.
They host a number of special events featuring certain race teams, tracks, drivers, and marques. Their Legends of Riverside film festival is also a treat.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Western Museum of Flight, Torrance
Western Museum of Flight
Torrance Airport
Historic Louis Zamperini Field
3315 Airport Drive, Red Baron #3
Torrance, CA 90505
310-326-9544
http://www.wmof.com/
Weds-Sun: 10a-3p
Closed major holidays.
General Admission $5
Children <12 Free
The museum is dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California's aviation heritage. The museum offers an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restoration projects.
The collection include numerous warbirds, aircraft and target drones, piston and jet aircraft engines, aircraft components, ejection seats, WWII instruments, aircrew accessories, and an extensive model aircraft collection.
They also have special events including the Celebrity Lecture Series.
Contact the Museum for its latest information.
Torrance Airport
Historic Louis Zamperini Field
3315 Airport Drive, Red Baron #3
Torrance, CA 90505
310-326-9544
http://www.wmof.com/
Weds-Sun: 10a-3p
Closed major holidays.
General Admission $5
Children <12 Free
The museum is dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California's aviation heritage. The museum offers an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restoration projects.
The collection include numerous warbirds, aircraft and target drones, piston and jet aircraft engines, aircraft components, ejection seats, WWII instruments, aircrew accessories, and an extensive model aircraft collection.
They also have special events including the Celebrity Lecture Series.
Contact the Museum for its latest information.
Lomita Railroad Museum, Lomita
Lomita Railroad Museum
2137 W. 250th St
Lomita, CA 90717
310-326-6255
http://www.lomita-rr.org
Thurs-Sun: 10a-5p
Closed major holidays
Adults $4
Children <12 $2
Free parking
Not only does the museum house display historic treasures, the museum itself was designed to copy an authentic depot station. The museum is dedicated to the proud era of the steam engine.
You can tour the museum exhibits as well as get up close to the locomotive and caboose. Also on display are a Union Oil Tank Car, Water Tower, and huge mural.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
2137 W. 250th St
Lomita, CA 90717
310-326-6255
http://www.lomita-rr.org
Thurs-Sun: 10a-5p
Closed major holidays
Adults $4
Children <12 $2
Free parking
Not only does the museum house display historic treasures, the museum itself was designed to copy an authentic depot station. The museum is dedicated to the proud era of the steam engine.
You can tour the museum exhibits as well as get up close to the locomotive and caboose. Also on display are a Union Oil Tank Car, Water Tower, and huge mural.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
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.
Air Force Flight Test Center Museum, Rosamond
Air Force Flight Test Center Museum
Edwards Air Force Base
405 S. Rosamond Blvd
Rosamond, CA 93524
661-277-8050
http://www.afftcmuseum.org
Tues-Sat: 9a-5p
Closed all Federal holidays.
Free admission.
Free parking for those with access to the base, otherwise you need to contact Public Affairs for a tour - see the Museum's site for info.
Discover the exciting history of Edwards Air Force Base and its magnificent flight test heritage including exhibits with technical drawings, personal memorabilia, photographs, wind tunnel models, aircraft propulsion systems, missiles, etc.
They have an extensive collection of aerospace vehicles, including 40 aircraft on display. They also have a theater, research library and gift shop.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Edwards Air Force Base
405 S. Rosamond Blvd
Rosamond, CA 93524
661-277-8050
http://www.afftcmuseum.org
Tues-Sat: 9a-5p
Closed all Federal holidays.
Free admission.
Free parking for those with access to the base, otherwise you need to contact Public Affairs for a tour - see the Museum's site for info.
Discover the exciting history of Edwards Air Force Base and its magnificent flight test heritage including exhibits with technical drawings, personal memorabilia, photographs, wind tunnel models, aircraft propulsion systems, missiles, etc.
They have an extensive collection of aerospace vehicles, including 40 aircraft on display. They also have a theater, research library and gift shop.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Saturday, December 18, 2010
The Banning Museum, Wilmington
The Banning Museum
401 E. M Street
Wilmington, CA 90744
310-548-7777
http://www.banningmuseum.org/
Located near the Banning/Wrigley Historic Preservation Overlay Zone
Adults: suggested donation $5
Chilren: suggested donation $1
Parking on M Street and N Banning Blvd.
Museum Tours:
Tues-Thurs: 12:30, 1:30, 2:30
Sat-Sun: 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30
Phineas Banning was instrumental in the building of the Port of Los Angeles, and the extensive network of stage and freight routes that connected the port east to San Bernardino and south to Fort Yuma.
The Banning Residence was built in 1864, and the 23-room residence is an example of domestic Greek Revival architecture in Southern California. The house interiors have been restored to their Victorian Beauty. Collections include decorative arts, dolls, fans, furniture, textiles, as well as carriages.
The Residence stands on 20 acres of parkland managed by the City of Los Angeles Dept of Recreation and Parks, and also includes the stagecoach, barn, and gardens.
The Friends of Banning host several events including tea, a Victorian Christmas, and concerts.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
401 E. M Street
Wilmington, CA 90744
310-548-7777
http://www.banningmuseum.org/
Located near the Banning/Wrigley Historic Preservation Overlay Zone
Adults: suggested donation $5
Chilren: suggested donation $1
Parking on M Street and N Banning Blvd.
Museum Tours:
Tues-Thurs: 12:30, 1:30, 2:30
Sat-Sun: 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30
Phineas Banning was instrumental in the building of the Port of Los Angeles, and the extensive network of stage and freight routes that connected the port east to San Bernardino and south to Fort Yuma.
The Banning Residence was built in 1864, and the 23-room residence is an example of domestic Greek Revival architecture in Southern California. The house interiors have been restored to their Victorian Beauty. Collections include decorative arts, dolls, fans, furniture, textiles, as well as carriages.
The Residence stands on 20 acres of parkland managed by the City of Los Angeles Dept of Recreation and Parks, and also includes the stagecoach, barn, and gardens.
The Friends of Banning host several events including tea, a Victorian Christmas, and concerts.
Contact the museum for its latest information.
Flight Path Learning Center-Museum, El Segundo
Flight Path Learning Center - Museum
LAX Imperial Terminal
6661 W. Imperial Highway
El Segundo, CA
http://www.flightpath.us/
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Free admission
Free parking
--Special feature exhibit on the 100th anniversary of flight and the 75th anniversary of the Los Angeles International Airport
--Models, photographs, uniforms and other artifacts highlighting the role of airlines, aircraft manufacturers, aerospace companies, and airports in the history of Southern California
--A large scale model biplane, the Curtiss P-6E Hawk
Contact the museum for latest information.
LAX Imperial Terminal
6661 W. Imperial Highway
El Segundo, CA
http://www.flightpath.us/
Tues-Sat: 10a-3p
Free admission
Free parking
--Special feature exhibit on the 100th anniversary of flight and the 75th anniversary of the Los Angeles International Airport
--Models, photographs, uniforms and other artifacts highlighting the role of airlines, aircraft manufacturers, aerospace companies, and airports in the history of Southern California
--A large scale model biplane, the Curtiss P-6E Hawk
Contact the museum for latest information.
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