You can learn about Millbrae's history by visiting the Millbrae Historical Museum, located at 450 Poplar Avenue adjacent to the Millbrae Library.  This museum, housed in a historical turn-of-the-century building, offers visitors a wonderful gli... more
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The museum is one of the most inspiring places on campus and home to an amazing collection of over 8,000 works of art - the largest permanent collection of any liberal arts college on the West Coast. The collection includes Old Masters and modern Ame... more
The Center has displays about various aspects of Mount Diablo State Park, including geology, wildlife, trails, and plant life. Clothing, souvenirs, and interpretive books and pamphlets are for sale. There are also postcards, note cards, trail maps, a... more
Monterey Museum of Art-Pacific Street 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940 831.372.5477 [email protected] This inviting, three-story landmark is located across from historic Colton Hall in the heart of Old Monterey. The Museum features eight... more
Our 75-foot dome displays one of the most accurate—and immersive—digital Universes ever created. From faraway galaxies to the workings of our own planet, you'll experience the cosmos like never before. Sit in the middle if you want a... more
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Welcome to the Musee Mecanique, one of the world's largest privately owned collections of mechanically operated musical instruments and antique arcade machines. We will take you on a journey from turn of the century hand cranked music boxes to modern... more
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The Museo ItaloAmericano is the only museum in the United States devoted exclusively to Italian and Italian-American art and culture. Established in 1978, the Museo ItaloAmericano is a non-profit institution governed by a Board of Directors. Admiss... more
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Collection of Bohemian Grove & Bohemian Club artifacts spanning over 140 years (1875-2022) presented in 15 different slideshows. more
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A visitor to the Museum of 3D Illusions is not a passive observer but a full-fledged participant of the paintings created by the best artists. This is a place where photography is not just encouraged – it is part and parcel of the exhibition. more
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MOCHA develops interactive spaces where children and their families create, share and connect through art. more
The Mission of the BENICIA HISTORICAL MUSEUM is to engage the community and the greater public in the evolving history of Benicia and its contributions to the development of our state and country. Dedicated to our children and future generations, our... more
The Museum of Monterey at Stanton Center share the stories of the people and places that have and will continue to shape Monterey. The goal is to be less about objects and more about the conversations the museum holds with the community. Where onc... more
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MoAD, a contemporary art museum, celebrates Black cultures, ignites challenging conversations, and inspires learning through the global lens of the African Diaspora. ~~~~~~~~ An international museum, based in San Francisco, MoAD is committed to... more
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The Museum of the American Indian uplifts, supports, and makes visible the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas by offering authentic educational programs and cultural resources to Marin and the greater Bay Area. more
University of California, Berkeley's Museum of Vertebrate Zoology (MVZ) is a research and education center founded in 1908 to study the biology of amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. The Museum of Vertebrate Zoology's specialties include lan... more
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We are dedicated to linking the past to the future by preserving, clarifying and disseminating information about history specific to the Tri Valley region and by encouraging participation in the arts and humanities through our public programs. more
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Situated mid-valley in the historic town of Yountville, between St. Helena and Napa, the Napa Valley Museum Yountville is dedicated to enriching the cultural fabric of our community through exhibitions, collections, educational programs and creative... more
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The Center was established in 1939 as the second laboratory of the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics, and was named for the chair of the NACA, Joseph S. Ames. more
The National Japanese American Historical Society (NJAHS), founded in 1980 in San Francisco, is a non-profit membership supported organization dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and dissemination of materials relating to the history and cultur... more
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In the tradition of John Steinbeck, the National Steinbeck Center draws its inspiration from the diverse people and the land of the Salinas Valley. Through the exploration of Steinbeck's work and themes, we provide and support educational experiences... more
A things about silent film making. more
The Edison Theater was built in 1913. Within a year it had been renamed Bell Theater. It remained a nickelodeon until 1923, when it transformed into the Egyptian Ballroom Dance Hall. The Niles Theatre was built next door at that time. Unfortunately,... more
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Engaging community at the intersection of art, history and education through innovative, locally connected and globally relevant exhibits and programs. more
The Oakland Aviation Museum is housed in the original Boeing School of Aeronautics Established by Boeing, it was an entire school dedicated to training pilots, mechanics and other personnel specifically for Boeing Air Transport, the airline subsidia... more
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The Oakland Museum of California (OMCA) brings together collections of art, history and natural science under one roof to tell the extraordinary stories of California and its people. OMCA's groundbreaking exhibits tell the many stories that comprise... more
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The Pacific Grove Museum is your living personal field guide to the California Central Coast. Explore the birds and wildlife, plants, geology and cultural richness that make this region unique in the world. more
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The Pacific Heritage Museum of San Francisco was established in 1984 by the former Bank of Canton of California, now United Commercial Bank, as a public service for the citizens and visitors of San Francisco. The museum is housed in the historic US S... more
It is amazing when you think about it. Started in 2002 a back door speakeasy for playing prohibited games of pinball all supported by throwing $5 in the jar to help pay the rent. The Lucky Ju Ju Pinball  eventually grew into the non profit 501... more
The Society preserves, enjoys and educates about Pacifica's past. Old photographs, paintings, clippings, books, scrapbooks, audio and video recordings and any artifacts which reflect local history are preserved in our archives.  We welcome the... more
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The Palo Alto Junior Museum and Zoo (JMZ) shines as a community gem and strives to engage a child's curiosity in science and nature. In the heart of Palo Alto, the JMZ continues its mission with the support of the Friends of the Palo Alto Junior Muse... more
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The mission of the Pardee Home is to preserve and interpret the historic Pardee family residence, including its gardens and collections, for the education and enjoyment of the citizens of Oakland and the greater Bay Area, and for visitors from throug... more
The Peninsula Museum of Art enhances our region and enriches lives through art and education. The inclusion of artists’ studios as a department of the Museum is a deliberate effort to bridge the gap between the creative community of professiona... more
The Peralta Adobe — Fallon House Historic Site is located in downtown San José, alive with restaurants, bars, and unique vendors.  Adjacent to San Pedro Market, the Peralta Adobe Plaza offers outdoor seating where you can enjoy han... more
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The former library now houses Petaluma poultry, dairy, and Miwok Indian history exhibits from the 1850s. The cornerstone for this stately Carnegie Library was laid in 1904. The building, designed by local architect Brainerd Jones and built from local... more
Permanent Collections ================== Beginnings: The Phoebe Hearst Era (1901-1920) The founding collections of the Museum include Egypt, Peru, Ancient Mediterranean, and Native Californian. Native Californian Cultures Over thousands of y... more
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New landlords took control of the park in March, and as the East Bay Times reported, it was these owners who decided it was a lucrative opportunity to demolish the park to make way for new housing estates. Playland co-owner Frank Biafore said that he... more
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The Presidio of Monterey Museum exhibits lead visitors through Monterey's various stages of military development – from the indigenous period which highlights the area's native populations; through the Spanish and Mexican pe... more
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San Francisco's most historic building is now the Presidio's museum and cultural center.   Free and open to all, the Presidio Officers' Club offers exhibits tracing the Presidio's past and present, free live music and talks, weekend crafts for k... more
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The Randall Museum is a museum of science, nature and the arts as well as a San Francisco Recreation and Park Department community learning center. more
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Randall Museum is located at Mission Art Center and is open to the public 10 a.m. to 5 p.m, Tuesday through Saturday. The museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays. The building is also open selected Sundays, Mondays, and evenings for scheduled classe... more