





Children's Museums
Pacifica Coastside Museum at the Little Brown Church
📍 1850 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 1–4 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 1–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Pacifica Coastside Museum at the Little Brown Church
Pacifica Coastside Museum at the Little Brown Church is a children's museum in Pacifica, CA. Features a working model of the Ocean Shore Railroad with an ongoing Ocean Shore Railroad Car Restoration Project that will include interactive features when completed. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 38 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Hours
- Thursday & Saturday, 1-4 PM
- Highlights
- Ocean Shore Railroad model, Ohlone history, WWII exhibits, Portola Expedition
- Special Feature
- Monthly guided history walks and YouTube video series
💡 Did You Know?
- Features a working model of the Ocean Shore Railroad with an ongoing Ocean Shore Railroad Car Restoration Project that will include interactive features when completed
- Housed in the historic Little Brown Church building, located in a pleasant coastal setting near the beach in Pacifica
- Offers monthly guided history walks through Sharp Park on the last Saturday of each month at noon, plus a self-guided history walk option
- Maintains an active YouTube video series called 'Footprints Videos' documenting Pacifica's places, people, and history
- Covers diverse local history including the Portola Expedition, Pacifica in WWII, the Ohlone People, and the historic Pacifica Pier
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan your visit for Thursdays or Saturdays between 1-4 PM when docents are available to provide fascinating guided tours and answer questions about exhibits - reviewers consistently praised the knowledgeable and kind staff
- Don't miss the interactive Ocean Shore Railroad working model, the museum's signature exhibit that visitors consistently highlight, and check back later to see the restored Ocean Shore R.R. Car when its interactive features are completed
- Extend your visit by taking the self-guided history walk through nearby Sharp Park or attending the free monthly guided history walks on the last Saturday at noon to explore local history beyond the museum
- Supplement your visit by exploring the museum's YouTube channel 'Footprints Videos' series about Pacifica's places, people and history to deepen your understanding before or after your visit
- Take advantage of the excellent location near the beach with plenty of parking - combine your museum visit with a beach walk to maximize your time in this scenic coastal area
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