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Alameda Museum http://www.alamedamuseum.org/
Local history of the island.
Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum http://www.agsem.com/
Depicts life in the early 1900's through exhibits, ongoing restoration projects, and live demonstrations. Events, shows, services, and projects.
California Route 66 Museum http://www.califrt66museum.org/
Displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to the history of the highway and its communities in Victorville.
Capitola Historical Museum http://www.capitolamuseum.org
A collection of photographs and artifacts related to the city's history, and offers changing exhibits on the history and art of the area.
Catalina Island Museum http://www.catalina.com/museum.html
The history of the island through exhibits.
East Contra Costa Historical Society and Museum http://www.theschoolbell.com/history/
Displays of memorabilia, documents, and photos from the rich history in this area.
El Dorado County Historical Museum http://www.co.el-dorado.ca.us/museum/
Local history of area through displays and artifacts.
Folsom History Museum http://www.folsomhistorymuseum.org/
A collection of artifacts and treasures that chronicle the settlement and development of the area.
Hattie Weber Museum of Davis http://www.dcn.davis.ca.us/go/hattie/
Exhibits depicting local history of the city and area.
Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society http://www.healdsburgmuseum.org/
The history of the city and area through exhibits.
Kern County Museum http://www.kcmuseum.org/
Features 56 historic exhibits, many in relocated structures, including temporary exhibitions and special events.
Museum of Local History http://www.museumoflocalhistory.org/
Tells the story of pioneers who settled in Washington Township from the 1840's to World War II. Includes details of exhibits, hours of operation, membership details and directions. Located in Fremont.
Museum of San Diego History http://www.sandiegohistory.org/museum_of_san_diego_history.html
Offers exhibitions from the Society's collections as well as from national and international traveling shows, and includes public lectures, workshops, and educational programs.
Pasadena Museum of History http://www.pasadenahistory.org/
Devoted to local history and culture, and includes exhibitions, events, educational programs, and visitor information.
Paso Robles Pioneer Museum http://www.pasoroblespioneermuseum.org/
Displays filled with placards and signs explaining the historic pieces and their place in history.
R. C. Baker Memorial Museum http://www.coalingachamber.com/museum.html
Local history of the Coalinga area.
Ridge Route Communities Historical Society and Museum http://www.frazmtn.com/~rrchs/museumie.html
Local history of the area through displays.
Riverside Metropolitan Museum http://www.riversideca.gov/museum/
Features anthropology, history, natural history, and educational displays. Includes details of collection, calendar of events, staff directory and contact information.
San Francisco Museum and Historical Society http://www.sfhistory.org
The history of the city and its area through exhibitions, programs, and special events.
Saratoga Historical Foundation http://www.saratogahistory.com
Museum hours, educational programs, local history, photos, online forum, newsletters, local events, volunteer opportunities, and membership information.
The African American Firefighter Museum http://www.aaffmuseum.org/
Dedicated to collecting, conserving and sharing the heritage of African American firefighters. Information on education programs, organizations, museum history, and links to resources. Located in Los Angeles.
The Clarke Historical Museum http://www.clarkemuseum.org/
Displays include furniture, glassware, clothing, and other items from the Victorian period.
The Conservation Corps State Museum http://www.militarymuseum.org/CCCMuseum.html
The history of the youth corps movement of the 20th century.
The Kern Valley Museum http://www.kernvalley.com/news/museum.htm
Artifacts and memorabilia depicting the history of the area.
The San Dieguito Heritage Museum http://www.sdheritage.org/
Collection of artifacts and photos that document the history of the region from the original tribes, to the Ranchero period until California became part of the United States in 1850, and through the period when settlers and homesteaders arrived in the region from the Midwest.
The Sharpsteen Museum http://www.sharpsteen-museum.org/
The history of the upper Napa Valley from its pre-history to post World War I with an emphasis on people and changes brought by the period of U.S. emigration and development.
Union City Historical Museum http://www.unioncitymuseum.com/
Contains artifacts, documents, and historical books. Includes virtual museum, newsletters and directions.
Vacaville Museum http://www.vacavillemuseum.org/
Offers exhibits on local history of the city and area.
Whittier Historical Society and Museum http://www.whittiermuseum.org/
History of the city and area through exhibits.

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