Museum

Western America Railroad Museum

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

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Desert Discovery Center

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

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Needles Regional Museum

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

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Cooper Regional History Museum

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

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Mother Road Museum, Barstow

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

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