Children's Museums
Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum
📍 734 Marin St, Vallejo, CA 94590🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–4 PM |
| Thursday | 12–4 PM |
| Friday | 12–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum
History of Vallejo & Mare Island. Museum with 5 galleries exploring the history of Vallejo & the U.S. naval base at Mare Island. The museum features a working periscope that offers panoramic views of the city and Mare Island Naval Shipyard when rotated. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 83 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Focus
- Vallejo history and U.S. Naval Base Mare Island
- Galleries
- 5 galleries including Hall of History and Heritage Chamber
- Admission
- Adults $5, Kids under 12 free, Free Family Days (3rd Saturday)
- Hours
- Tues-Fri 12-4pm, Sat 10am-4pm
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features a working periscope that offers panoramic views of the city and Mare Island Naval Shipyard when rotated
- The museum offers Family Free Day every third Saturday of the month, which includes story time programs in partnership with the community
- The museum houses artifacts and displays from naval ships, including a restored Captain's cabin exhibit on the lower floor
- The museum maintains a research library open to the public on Tuesdays from noon to 4pm, with appointments available on other days
- The museum features online exhibits including Vallejo Car Culture and a Submarines exhibit, extending access beyond the physical location
💬 What Visitors Say
- Visit on the third Saturday of every month for free admission and enjoy story time programs—a perfect combination for families with young children
- Plan to spend 1-2 hours exploring the 5 galleries, including hidden gems like the Captain's cabin, periscope with panoramic views of Mare Island, and vintage telephone exchange and cylinder talking machine artifacts
- Visit the research library on Tuesdays between noon-4pm (open by appointment other days) if you're interested in deeper historical research about Vallejo and Mare Island
- Children under 12 get free admission year-round, and the gift shop offers unique educational books on Vallejo, Mare Island, and Solano County history to extend the learning experience
- Ask the knowledgeable curators about their personal connections to the region's history—they are passionate storytellers who can enhance your understanding of the exhibits significantly
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