Children's Museums
Novato History Museum
📍 815 De Long Ave, Novato, CA 94945🌐 www.novatohistory.org/novato-history-museum
🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12–4 PM |
| Thursday | 12–4 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 12–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Novato History Museum
Novato History Museum is a children's museum in Novato, CA. The museum is housed in the historic Postmaster's Office building, a preserved structure that itself represents Novato's architectural heritage. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Location
- Historic postmaster's house
- Highlights
- 19th-century artifacts, documents, and oral histories of Novato
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum is housed in the historic Postmaster's Office building, a preserved structure that itself represents Novato's architectural heritage
- The museum complements the local American Indian Museum to comprehensively tell the story of the Marin area's two main cultures through complementary exhibits
- The collection features 19th-century artifacts and bric-a-brac that document daily life in historic California, supplemented by documents, artifacts, and oral histories
💬 What Visitors Say
- Visit the Novato History Museum before exploring the old town walk to enrich your experience with historical context and background on the area's past
- Pair your visit with the local American Indian Museum to get a complete picture of the Marin area's two main cultures and the region's full history
- Plan for a shorter visit (1-2 hours) as this is a small, intimate museum in a historic postmaster's house with focused exhibits rather than extensive collections
- Engage with the knowledgeable staff members who can provide insights and stories about the town's history beyond what's on display
- This museum is suitable for all ages, making it an excellent family-friendly introduction to local history before a walking tour of the historic town
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