The Museum is dedicated to sharing the history of railroading in the Pacific Southwest. It features both indoor and outdoor displays and is popular with railroad enthusiasts. Indoor displays include timetables, uniforms and other railroad memorabilia. Several locomotives and rail cars are located outside. 685 North First Street Barstow CA 92311 760.256.WARM Website: www.barstowrailmuseum.org
Western America Railroad Museum Read More »
The Museum is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the scientific, historical and cultural heritage of the Mojave Desert. In addition to displays, the Museum houses a large collection of historic photos and area newspapers dating back to 1911. 270 E. Virginia Way Barstow CA 92311 760.256.5452 Website: www.mojaverivervalleymuseum.org
Mojave River Valley Museum Read More »
This 7000 square foot museum is surrounded by 12 acres of desert land with native desert plants and animals. The Center is the home to the Old Woman Meteorite – the second largest meteorite found in the United States. The Museum sponsors many activities for children. 831 Barstow Road Barstow CA 92311 760.252.6060 Website: www.desertdiscoverycenter.com
Desert Discovery Center Read More »
Next to Stone Hotel in Daggett – you cannot miss it! Hours of operation very limited to weekends 35630 Santa Fe St, Daggett, CA 92327
Daggett Historical Society Museum Read More »
Located right across the street from the El Garces Harvey House, the Needles Regional Museum displays many artifacts from the area in one large room. The museum operates a thrift store adjacent to the Museum. Make sure and check the hours of operation as the Museum is closed during the hot summer months. 929 Front
Needles Regional Museum Read More »
The Museum is dedicated to a better understanding of the history and culture in the communities of Upland, Ontario, Montclair, Mr. Baldy and Rancho Cucamonga. The museum is housed in a 1937 Art Moderne style building that was once the Ontario-Cucamonga Fruit Exchange. The Museum sponsors many cultural events throughout the year. 217 E A
Cooper Regional History Museum Read More »
The Route 66 “Mother Road” Museum was dedicated on July 4, 2000. The Museum displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to Route 66 and the Mojave Desert Communities. Displays include development of the United States Route 66 from early pioneer trails, railroads, automotive history, businesses and sites. Admission Admission to the museum
Mother Road Museum, Barstow Read More »
About the Garden Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden is a private, nonprofit research and education institution devoted to California flora. It was established in 1927 by Susanna Bixby Bryant in Orange County and was moved to Claremont in 1951. The plants on display are native species or cultivated forms that were developed from them. A
Rancho Santa Ana Botanical Garden Read More »
Not actually part of Route 66 history, this is the site of the first McDonald’s. Opened in 1948 by brothers Richard (Dick) and Maurice (Mac) McDonald, this site shares similar history to Route 66 as they were both growing during the same period of time. The McDonald brothers began franchising their fast-food system beginning in
Original McDonald’s Site & Museum Read More »
The museum is located across the street from the Victorville transit center, which used to be the old railroad depot. It is here where the center of town began. The old depot burned down in 1983. The museum was founded by Old Town Victorville Heritage Preservation, Inc. It opened its doors on November 11, 1995.
California Route 66 Museum, Victorville Read More »