





Children's Museums
Whittier Museum
📍 6755 Newlin Ave, Whittier, CA 90601🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Quick Facts
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum features a notable magician exhibit that visitors consistently describe as one of the coolest exhibits they've seen in person
- The museum contains recreations of historic Whittier buildings that visitors can walk through to experience how the city began
- The museum has a hands-on room with past technology items that visitors can touch and interact with
- President Richard Nixon is frequently mentioned in reviews (8 mentions), indicating significant Nixon-related exhibits or historical connection to the Whittier area
- The museum operates on a limited schedule, open to the public weekends only, operating as a volunteer-supported local gem requiring community donations to remain open
💬 What Visitors Say
- Don't miss the magician exhibit - visitors consistently highlight it as one of the coolest exhibits they've seen in person. The photos don't do it justice, so plan to spend dedicated time there.
- Arrive early if you're attending an event to have uninterrupted time exploring the museum exhibits and building recreations before the event starts, as performances can create noise in certain areas.
- Plan for an interactive, hands-on experience - there's a room with past technology where you can touch and play with items, making it excellent for engaging visitors of all ages with local history.
- Admission is free, but staff encourage donations to support the museum's future operations. Consider contributing to help preserve this local gem for future generations.
- Bring young children - the museum is designed to be interactive with plenty of hands-on exhibits, touchable memorabilia, and educational demonstrations that help kids understand Whittier's history from its origins to present day.
About Whittier Museum
Educational displays of city history. Historical artifacts & exhibits related to the city of Whittier; open to the public weekends only.
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