





Children's Museums
Edward-Dean Museum & Gardens
📍 9401 Oak Glen Rd, Cherry Valley, CA 92223🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Edward-Dean Museum & Gardens
Edward-Dean Museum & Gardens is a children's museum in Cherry Valley, CA. The museum features curated collections that reflect the personal passions of Edward and Dean, including 16th-20th century European and Asian decorative arts and fine arts that differ from typical museum collections. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 198 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Art & History Museum
- Collections
- 16th-20th century European & Asian decorative and fine arts
- Setting
- 16 acres of gardens and natural landscapes
- Status
- Temporarily closed for construction; reopening 2026
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features curated collections that reflect the personal passions of Edward and Dean, including 16th-20th century European and Asian decorative arts and fine arts that differ from typical museum collections
- The venue is set on 16 acres of natural beauty with scenic grounds including fountains, ponds, a vine-covered arbor, and rose garden, designed to create a homelike atmosphere rather than a traditional institutional museum feel
- The museum employs qualified docents with expertise in art history and collections, providing knowledgeable guided tours as a standard offering
- The venue has successfully hosted weddings and events, with documented positive experiences including couples planning to return for vow renewals, demonstrating its functionality as a dual-purpose museum and event space
💬 What Visitors Say
- Request a knowledgeable docent-led tour to enhance your visit. Visitors praised docent Jessica's expertise on the museum's unique collections and art history, making the experience significantly more enriching than self-guided tours.
- Bring a blanket or beach chairs for picnicking on the 16-acre grounds. The venue has no picnic tables or benches, but outdoor dining among the gardens, fountains, and ponds is highly recommended before or after your museum visit.
- Plan for 1-2 hours total for a comfortable visit. The museum's curated collection of 16th-20th century European and Asian decorative arts is manageable in an hour of touring, leaving time to explore the scenic gardens and outdoor features.
- Come prepared with your own refreshments. The venue has no on-site concessions or coffee service, though bathrooms are available. Bring water and snacks, especially if planning a longer picnic on the grounds.
- This intimate museum reflects the personal collecting passions of Edward and Dean rather than conventional museum standards, offering a unique 'homelike atmosphere' with distinctive collections you won't see elsewhere—expect a more personal, curated experience.
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