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San Diego Historical Museums
 San Diego enjoys a myriad of museum experiences that encompass a diversity of art and history. Our cultural and art museums offer a meaningful panorama of international art drawn from both private collections and traveling exhibitions.
Cabrillo National Monument
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| Celebrates Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo's landing in San Diego Bay in 1542. The park offers a superb view of San Diego's harbor and skyline. At the highest point of the park stands the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, which has been a San Diego icon since 1854. In the winter, migrating gray whales can be seen off the coast. Native coastal sage scrub habitat along the Bayside Trail offers a quiet place to reflect and relax. A favorite San Diego historical attraction. |
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| Is a striking mission-style building constructed in 1929 to commemorate the site where Father Junipero Serra and Captain Gaspar de Portola established the first mission and fortified settlement in present-day California. The museum showcases artifacts such as housewares, furniture, tools and a cannon from the Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and American periods through 1929. The Museum Store offers a complete selection of books on early San Diego and California history. In Presidio Park above Old Town State Historic Park. A popular San Diego attraction. |
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La Paloma Theatreopened in Enc
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| Opened in Encinitas in 1928 with the film "The Cohen's And Kelly's in Paris." It was one of the first theatres to show "Talkies." The transition from silent pictures didn't happen over night, so La Paloma was also equipped with a beautiful pipe organ, a standard piece of theatre equipment during the silent movie era. Films in the early days of motion pictures were usually preceded by a vaudeville stage act, and La Paloma was well suited for that. La Paloma Theatre hosts featured films and many community and city functions throughout the year |
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Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Pa
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| Was once part of the original 2,538 acre working ranch and vacation retreat of actor Leo Carrillo. The City of Carlsbad has restored many of the buildings on the 27-acre parcel including the hacienda, reflecting pool, cantina, carriage house, tack room, stable, barn, foundry and equipment shed. Open Tuesday through Sunday with tours on weekends. |
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| Was built in 1905 for the prominent San Diego merchant, philanthropist and civic leader. Furnished in the style of the American Arts and Crafts Movement of the early 20th century, the interior reflects the architect's commitment to function and simplicity of design. Five acres of landscaped grounds offer a picturesque blend of English Romantic themes with California influences. The Marston House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. 3525 Seventh Avenue ear Balboa Park. |
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| Is a jewel of early California history, set in a quiet river valley in Oceanside. Walk through the Sunken Gardens or along the arched colonnade imagining the everyday life of the Franciscan Friars and Indians who inhabited the Mission more than two centuries ago. Founded on June 13, 1798, Mission San Luis Rey de Francia is the eighteenth in a line of twenty-one California Missions. Enjoy guided and self-guided tours, a museum, gift shop, Franciscan Retreat Center and an old cemetery. An historic San Diego attraction. |
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| Is one of the most exciting and colorful San Diego attractions. Dating back to the time of the early Spaniards in California, Old Town reflects the rich, colorful history of early California. Daily shows, monthly festivals, dining, artisans and a wealth of beautiful shops give Old Town it's festive air. Don't miss it. Start your visit at the Old Town Visitor's Information Center. One of the most popular historic San Diego attractions. |
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| Was built for sugar heir John D. Spreckels, who wanted the best for his adopted city of San Diego. A relic of the great era of downtown theater-palaces, the Spreckels opened in 1912 as the first modern commercial playhouse west of the Mississippi. With it's baroque moldings, ceiling frescoes, ornate box seats and a stunning marble lobby, it was one of the most handsome theaters in America. Its stage was one of the largest: 82 feet by 58 feet. The 1,466-seat theater was converted for film use in 1922 and back to live shows in the 1970s, escaping the urban "renewal" that leveled so many smaller movie houses. Recent improvements provide crystal-clear acoustics and warm golden lighting, but the spirit of her founding era has been carefully maintained. Among the most historical San Diego attractions. |
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| Is a two-story Greek Revival style brick residence completed in 1857. Acclaimed as the "finest new brick block in Southern California," it was home to Whaley family members for nearly a century until 1956, when the County of San Diego purchased the property and undertook a major renovation. In 2000, Save Our Heritage Organization assumed the stewardship of the property and restoration to it's original appearance is again in progress. The Whaley House is in Old Town at 2482 San Diego Avenue. A San Diego attraction worth seeing. |
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| Brings back the splendor and glory of San Diego's early boom years. Built in 1887 for author and musician Jesse Shepard, this Victorian house offers an exotic exterior, ornate interior and art glass windows. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Villa Montezuma hosts a variety of cultural and community activities. Weekend tours or private bookings can be arranged. 1925 K Street in the Sherman Heights neighborhood. |
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