Suggestions for History museums near Los Angeles

Alexis • May 22, 2012Beautiful homes with lots of history. On your way in or out stop by the fruit stand on the corner, delicious fruit cut with chilli and lime!

Jimmy Z. • September 13, 2011The giant whale on the way to the main entrance is amazing!!!

Bo L. • August 7, 2014Cool location. Great room and space for a wedding ceremony.

Jonathan P. • January 7, 2016Great museum! Wide and sprawling and teeming with information and history, it's located next to USC and the Science museum. You could spend a couple of days visiting it all!

Monica T. • March 30, 2018Inspiring architecture and grounds. Very well kept home; staff is accommodating, knowledgeable and pleasant.

Offbeat L.A. • November 23, 2014Amazing museum full of San Fernando Valley relics.

Artstuffmatters A. • March 30, 2013Intense experience. Architecture is impressive - especially integration into landscape & sustainable roof.

Diana A. • August 18, 2017Loved this museum! Great collection of cars, well designed displays, everything is presented in a very interesting way! Outside of the building is super cool too!

Los Angeles • October 13, 2010The Japanese American National Museum is the only museum in the country dedicated to sharing the experience of Americans of Japanese ancestry

Carla • August 2, 2010This museum carries a terrific message for everyone to tolerate every aspect of life. It's really a great and fun interactive way to learn history and to be more aware of current prejudice.

Terry S. • January 6, 2013The landmark Variety Building skyscraper is the visible-from-afar center of it all.

Janelle B. • August 20, 2013This is my absolute favorite part of going here!!! So many! And so beautiful!

L N. • July 28, 2013Awesome piece of California history!

Mariana L. • August 10, 2014Looks like the most touristy of attractions, but if you love movies, this is a treasure of real costumes & props. Talk to the staff! Many have worked in the business w/ great stories to tell.

LeVan G. • April 10, 2015This was my first time here and it was fantastic, so much history and so much to see. The Donna Summer exhibit is must see!

Brett P. • November 17, 2013Interesting for Disney history buffs. Great volunteer staff.

Los Angeles • August 1, 2013The 1864 Greek Revival residence, the Banning Residence Museum, is the former home of General Phineas Banning, the "father" of the Los Angeles Harbor.

Zak L. • May 26, 2010Great neighborhood, bring the kids! Awesome for a night time stroll around the area.

Lily C. • January 31, 2015The civil war collection they had was really enlightening. They also feature great artwork artists who greatly deserve the attention.

Matt R. • August 15, 2010The wait was nearly 45 minutes on Sunday at noon but the ride is great fun and about 10 minutes long.

Katia • January 5, 2019Very beautiful and impressive works of art from Tutankhamon’s time. Really worth visiting

Mark t. • January 28, 2012Lots of great photo ops in here for the kids!

Mere • July 2, 2015A small but wonderful museum focusing on the Chinese American experience in Los Angeles. Thoughtfully curated with interesting stories and history.

Mike I. • June 16, 2013Interesting exhibition about Los Angeles and the way Future was embraced in its culture and in its grounds. A great lesson of architecture and design at the same time.

Forrest • June 10, 2015Beautiful architecture. Take a walk through the gardens.

Offbeat L.A. • April 17, 2015Open M-F 10-4 & 3rd Sat of the month. $9 adults, children under 12 free.

The Ritz-Carlton • July 23, 2015S.S. Lane Victory at Port of Los Angeles was built in 1945. The ship served during WW2, The Korean War and the Vietnam War. Now it’s a living museum and memorial, with guided tours offered daily.

Candice H. • July 22, 2014Become a member and have free access to the Natural History Museum downtown as well. Great places to take out of town guests and children.