MARTINEZ MUSEUM

MARTINEZ, CA

The Martinez Museum is a museum located in Martinez, California. Established in 1978, the museum is dedicated to preserving and exhibiting the history and culture of the region. The museum is housed in a historic building, originally built in 1884 as a schoolhouse, and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1985.

The museum's exhibits focus on the diverse history of the region, from the Miwok Indians who first inhabited the area to the Spanish and Mexican settlers of the 19th century, and the later American pioneers of the Gold Rush era. In addition, the museum features a variety of special exhibits, including a replica of a 19th century general store, a model of a Spanish mission, and a collection of antique tools and household items from the area.

The museum also serves as a cultural center for the community, hosting a variety of events throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and classes on local history, as well as art shows, music concerts, and other community events. The museum also offers educational programs for school groups, and a variety of children's activities.

The Martinez Museum is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday, and admission is free. The museum also offers a gift shop and a research library, where visitors can explore the abundance of historical records and artifacts from the region.

MARTINEZ MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MARTINEZ CA. US MID #8400600305

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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• telephone: 9252288160

MARTINEZ HISTORICAL SOCIETY
1005 ESCOBAR ST
MARTINEZ
CA
94553

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