Dana Point is the world headquarters for whale and dolphin watching. The city will be celebrating gray whales and other marine wildlife during the 49th annual Festival of Whales on March 7, 8, 14 and 15. The Ocean Institute offers an incredible opportunity to join a chartered cruise from the famous once Killer Dana harbor… Read More Ocean Institute Whale & Dolphin Watching
You must in any case go to the museum often. -Vincent van Gogh (1853 – 1890), London, 19 November 1873 “You must write and tell me which painters you like best, both the old and the new, you must be sure to do this, I’m curious to know. You must in any case go to… Read More Letter from Vincent van Gogh to Theo van Gogh
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 interprete “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 exhibitions 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 historic 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
We love exploring Steinbeck’s Monterey, CA. His literary masterpiece, Cannery Row, often refers to historic sites and characters based on real individuals. The novel opens with incredible details of Steinbeck’s community. The first sentences begin with descriptive language regarding scent and sound about the scenery. “Cannery Row in Monterey in California is a poem, a… Read More Monterey, CA
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
