Pasadena Museum of California Art

Explore how photography captures the world's most compelling moments—from rare 19th-century daguerreotypes to cutting-edge contemporary work. Perfect for anyone who loves powerful imagery and visual storytelling.

Explore transformative exhibitions celebrating the histories, creativity, and resilience of people of African descent around the globe. MoAD brings together powerful artworks, artifacts, and personal narratives that illuminate the profound impact of the African Diaspora on world culture, offering visitors a deeper understanding of interconnected stories often overlooked in mainstream museums.

The Aerospace Museum of California Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that was formerly known as the McClellan Aviation Museum. The Museum has been in existence since 1982. The name was changed in 2005 to reflect the new vision focused on education and to reflect the full heritage of aviation and aerospace in the Sacramento region.

Explore the history of human flight with vintage aircraft, spacecraft, and interactive exhibits that showcase the pioneers and innovations that shaped aerospace. Perfect for anyone curious about how we learned to fly and reached for the stars.

Nestled in Balboa Park, this world-class museum showcases masterworks by Rembrandt, Rubens, and other European and American masters spanning the 13th to 19th centuries. Best of all, admission is always free.

Hollywood Entertainment Museum (HEM) is an exceptional mix of culture and education. Through The Education Center for the Entertainment Arts, our goal is to utilize entertainment media as a vehicle to inspire, engage and teach youth. This unique fusion of education, community and culture grounds HEM in a deep sense of social responsibility and exemplifies the spirit of Los Angeles.

Step into the world of a cartoonist who turned childhood dreams into an iconic legacy. Charles M. Schulz's journey from a Minneapolis kid who fell in love with the comics to the creator of Peanuts is a testament to following your passion—and you can explore it all right here in Santa Rosa, where his most beloved work came to life.

Experience California Indian cultures and histories through powerful exhibits and Native-led storytelling. This community-centered museum celebrates contemporary Native voices, artistic traditions, and the vibrant resilience of California's Indigenous peoples.

Summer sunshine floods through the building's striking architecture, casting new shadows across contemporary galleries that spark conversations about art and society. SFMOMA blends cutting-edge exhibitions with innovative digital experiences that invite you to explore what modern art means today.

Explore the deep history of the region through carefully preserved archaeological artifacts and fossils that reveal how ancient cultures and environments shaped this landscape. This museum connects visitors with hands-on learning experiences and research opportunities that illuminate the crucial relationship between water, life, and human settlement in the American West.

The Orange Empire Railway Museum's purpose is to preserve and display artifacts and documents of the rail transportation industry in order to educate the public on the technology, history and impact of the rail transportation industry in the West and more specifically Southern California.

Welcome to Wings and Rotors Air Museum located at beautiful French Valley Airport in Murrieta California.

The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco is one of the largest museums in the Western world devoted exclusively to Asian art. Travel through 6,000 years of history, trek across seven major regions, and sample the cultures of numerous countries.

The original structure — what is today known colloquially as the 1913 Building — was designed by local architects Frank Hudson and William A.D. Munsell. It incorporated an eclectic blend of styles: Spanish Renaissance ornamentation is seen in the terracotta trimmings; Romanesque style in the arched windows and the brick walls; and the Beaux-Arts tradition in the T-shaped floor plan.

Experience the living Sonoran Desert up close: wander nearly two miles of scenic trails through 21 acres where you'll encounter mountain lions, Gila monsters, and hundreds of other animals amid 1,200 plant species in their natural habitat.

Pima Air & Space Museum, where history takes flight, is one of the largest air and space museums in the world, and the largest non-government funded aviation museum. You'll see more than 275 aircraft and spacecraft including many of the most historically significant and technically advanced craft ever produced, both from the United States and throughout the world.

Explore over 400 magnificent species of insects, mammals, and birds from around the world in beautifully curated displays. Learn how conservation and wildlife management protect our planet's incredible biodiversity.

At Arizona State Museum you experience the vibrant indigenous cultures of Arizona and northern Mexico through exhibitions, educational programs, a research library, and a museum store. The museum’s scholars and extensive collections are among the most significant resources in the world for the study of Southwest peoples.

Unearth real fossils and gems in the hands-on Dig Pit, then explore 570 million years of Earth's history through interactive exhibits and expert paleontologist demonstrations. Take home your discoveries and browse one of America's largest dinosaur gift shops.

The Forney Transportation Museum is a one-of-a-kind collection of over 500 exhibits relating to historical transportation. It began with antique cars, but soon expanded to include vehicles of all kinds. Some of these are familiar, while others spark the imagination.

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is the Rocky Mountain region’s leading resource for informal science education.<br /> A variety of exhibitions, programs, and activities help Museum visitors experience the natural wonders of Colorado, Earth, and the universe.

Step inside a historic aircraft hangar to explore vintage cockpits, real spacecraft, and interactive exhibits that celebrate aviation history and human achievement. Perfect for families seeking hands-on fun and inspiration from the engineering marvels that shaped flight.

Kirkland Museum has a nationally important display of 20th-century decorative arts, with more than 3,300 works on view of Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Glasgow Style, Wiener Werkstätte, De Stijl, Bauhaus, Art Deco, Modern and Pop Art.

Explore vintage locomotives and rail cars set along Clear Creek in Golden, then step into an authentically restored 1880s station to browse photographs, artifacts, and documents that bring Colorado's railroad history to life.

Step inside this beautifully restored Victorian mansion and experience the extraordinary life of Margaret Tobin Brown, the Titanic survivor who became a legendary Denver philanthropist. Tour period rooms, artifacts, and exhibits that bring early 1900s high society to life.

Explore the remarkable stories of Black pioneers who shaped the American West—from cowboys and soldiers to doctors, miners, and homesteaders. Housed in the historic home of Dr. Justina Ford, Colorado's first Black female physician, this museum celebrates the diverse contributions often left out of Western history.

The Children's Museum of Denver is all about children and their grownups learning through play. Everything is hands-on, educational and made especially for kids. With 11 interactive exhibits, year-round events, and daily programming, there is always something fun and exciting to do.

Step inside Denver's firefighting heritage and explore the stories of the brave men and women who've served the city. Interactive exhibits, historic artifacts, and engaging displays celebrate the evolution of fire safety and the Fire Department's vital role in our community.

Explore over four million artifacts spanning dinosaurs, ancient cultures, insects, and wildlife at this free, world-class museum. Open daily with engaging exhibits and programs for all ages.

The mission of the Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys is to provide educational and cultural services to the greater Rocky Mountain region through the preservation, exhibition, collection and interpretation of the visual arts using miniatures, dolls and toys.

The mission of the museum is to educate the people of New Mexico and visitors from around the world in the history, science, and technology of space. The museum stresses the significant role that the state of New Mexico has played in the development of the U.S. Space Program through collecting, preserving, and interpreting significant artifacts relevant to the history of space.

Inspiring appreciation for and knowledge of the diverse native arts, histories, languages, and cultures of the Greater Southwest.

Step into Sparks' compelling past through interactive exhibits showcasing mining heritage, railroad culture, and vintage casino treasures. The museum's extensive archive of digitized photographs and on-site research library invite you to uncover personal and local stories.

Located in the historic Reno City Hall, this interactive museum sparks curiosity and wonder for the whole family. Hands-on exhibits invite children and adults alike to explore, create, and learn together—perfect for beating the heat while feeding young minds. It's the kind of place where playtime and discovery go hand in hand.

Nevada's premier art museum showcases diverse collections and contemporary works in a striking building designed to inspire. Dive into engaging exhibitions that celebrate creativity and culture year-round.

Explore military history within a restored coastal fortress, featuring vintage helicopters, tanks, and interactive exhibits that bring Hawaii's defense story to life from ancient times through modern conflicts.

Step into the restored machinery and artifacts of one of Hawaii's last operating sugar mills to uncover how this transformative industry shaped Maui's landscape, water systems, and diverse communities.

The Mission Houses Museum, a National Historic Landmark, is the primary program of the Hawaiian Mission Children's Society, a non-profit educational institution and genealogical society. The Museum interprets the "missionary period" of Hawaiian history, 1820-1863, which is fundamental to an understanding of contemporary Hawaii.

Explore two centuries of Hawaiian history in one visit: the beautifully preserved Mission House where missionaries settled in 1839, and the adjacent museum filled with native artifacts, natural specimens, and rotating cultural exhibitions that bring the islands' past and present to life.

Explore Pacific Aviation Museum on historic Ford Island in Pearl Harbor, where you'll experience decades of aviation history through restored aircraft and immersive exhibits. Book tickets online or at partner locations in Waikiki for easy access to this must-see cultural landmark.

The goal of the Pacific Tsunami Museum is to promote public tsunami education for the people of Hawaii and the Pacific Region. The museum will also preserve the social and cultural history of Hawaii and promote economic development on the island of Hawaii as well as statewide. The museum will serve as a living memorial to those who lost their lives in past tsunami events.

Experience bold contemporary art across two unique venues—a serene residential gallery and a vibrant downtown space. Expect innovative exhibitions and interactive installations that challenge perspectives and celebrate today's creative voices.

A small, community-run museum located on the beautiful Hamakua Heritage Coast of the Big Island of Hawai'i. Honoring the colorful history of the Hilo Railroad, which began in 1899 and lasted to 1946, when railroad tracks and facilities were irreparably damaged by a devastating tidal wave. The museum is located in an old railway company home, which is furnished as it would have been in the 1930s.

USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park's mission is to restore and preserve the World War II submarine USS Bowfin (SS-287), and submarine-related artifacts on our grounds and in the Museum. Bowfin Park's parent organization, the Pacific Fleet Submarine Memorial Association (PFSMA), is a non-profit group that receives no state or federal funding.