Gemstone Carvings: The Masterworks of Harold Van Pelt While you’re visiting, you will want to admire the ornate, gemstone work. This exhibition is ongoing since April 22, 2017. Purchase General Admission Tickets For over 35 years Harold Van Pelt has quietly been perfecting the art of carving quartz, rock crystal and agate gemstones. Gemstone Carvings: Masterworks… Read More Bowers Museum
Solvang, CA has a wonderful museum that celebrates the founders and local culture. They exhibit art, history, and explain Danish origins. Be sure to check out their Viking exhibit, which is ongoing. Located at: 1624 Elverhoy Way Solvang, CA 93463 (805) 686-1211 Email info@elverhoj.org “Elverhøj is excited to announce the upcoming release of The Spirit… Read More Elverhøj Museum of History & Art
The OC Parks maintains a four acre local history site in Lake Forrest, CA. The rangers interpret “four fully restored and furnished historic buildings that span the early history of the Saddleback Valley and El Toro area from the Mexican Rancho era (Serrano Adobe, circa 1863), to the founding of the town of El Toro… Read More Heritage Hill Historical Park
The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum displays informative exhibits about coastal history which include light houses, yacht clubs, and sea voyages. You will enjoy the interactive learning stations which explore many themes including the historical meaning of prominent designs and sailor tattoos. Richard Henry Dana is honored with his California voyage that brought him into the… Read More Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
Instead of a typical orientation film, you will be impressed by the museum’s Reagan hologram. We viewed the ranch narrative. “The Tack Room at Rancho del Cielo – President Reagan has just returned from a horseback ride and he talks to us about the Ranch and how it helps him to balance the pressures of… Read More Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
Near downtown Laguna Beach, you will find the Laguna Art Museum. Initially founded as an art association one hundred years ago, this institution is a gathering place to view local and nationally acclaimed artists’ work. They offer docent led tours, public programs, and events for all ages. The en plein air movement was locally founded… Read More Laguna Art Museum
The mission of Monterey Museums & Cultural Arts is to share Monterey’s stories, serving as a place of learning, inspiration and engagement with our history and heritage. Take the virtual tour to explore the city. They offer insight into the collection of public art and cultural resources. The City of Monterey has a Library &… Read More Monterey
San Diego Air & Space Museum honors the legacy of pilots and astronauts who dared to explore. From man’s first flight to the NASA space age, this history is charted with interactive exhibits. The displays capture historical elements that went beyond our atmosphere. The Apollo 11 mission was launched from Launch Complex 39 at the… Read More San Diego Air & Space Museum
The Bower’s Museum in Santa Ana premiered Guo Pei: Couture Beyond. It will be open from March 9 – July 21, 2019. This exhibit has included a variety of public programs. Each garment that is a piece of art with incredible details. Guo Pei’s style is majestic and she uses many natural materials. You can… Read More Bower’s Museum
“Naming Laguna Beach” by Jane Janz is a fantastic beachside read from @lagunabeachbooks. It features archival materials and an art piece from @lagunaartmuseum. Joseph Kleitsch’s “The Old Post Office” captures quintessential Laguna. It is part of the museum’s permanent collection. The 1936 South Coast News states that, “usually everything is dated from the Isch Grocery… Read More Naming Laguna Beach
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