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Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Automobile Driving Museum, El Segundo

Automobile Driving Museum
610 Lairport St
El Segundo, CA 90245
310-909-0950
http://www.automobiledrivingmuseum.org/

Tues-Sun: 10a-4p
Automobile rides are offered on Sundays only, last ride at 3:30p
Free, donations recommended
Parking: free in front of the museum

A really neat collection of over a hundred classic, antique, vintage, and interesting cars. But the coolest thing about this museum is that every Sunday, they pull 3-4 cars out of the collection and offer rides. The cars rotate, so you can try several cars over several weekends. Their calendar lists which cars will be available.

This museum is located in an assuming business park near Boeing, and so the roads are quiet on the weekend - perfect for the Sunday drives.

ADM also has a growing research library, and a number of docents available to provide tours of the museum. They often have special events, car shows, etc - check their calendar.

Information is correct at posting. Contact the museum or visit their website for the latest information.

California Science Center, Los Angeles

California Science Center
700 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037
323-SCIENCE / 323-724-3623
http://www.californiasciencenter.org/

Daily 10a-5p, except Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day
Free, except for IMAX and special events
Parking: $8 for cars

CSC covers a broad range of science and innovation from the man-made and natural worlds. Almost all of the exhibits features hands-on activities great for children and adults. There is a large selection of permanent exhibits and special changing exhibits.

When visiting, keep in mind that the CSC is located in Exposition Park. This great because you can also visit other museums and the Rose Garden, but it can also be a problem if there are events going on at the Coliseum or the Sports Arena. Also many school groups visit CSC.

Formerly known as the Museum of Science and Industry.

Information is current at posting. Contact the museum or visit their website for the latest information.