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Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society
Balboa Island, with all its allure and charm, has been a favorite California location for locals and vacationers alike. Now residents and visitors can discover all sorts of interesting and fascinating facts about this magical Island by visiting the Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society. Visitors will be fascinated by the display of Island memorabilia, including classic photographs that depict the Island’s captivating history.Take a look at our Newport Beach trip website to schedule your visit to Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
The Museum was founded in 2000 after local Pat Buderwitz had the idea of turning the old Fire Station into an Island Museum. Pat and a group of Island neighbors started meeting regularly and formed an organization, the Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society (BIMHS). On May 13, 2000, a reception was held at the Newport Beach Yacht Club to introduce the BIMHS to the Island residents. When the fire station option fell through, the BIMHS decided to rent a space until a more permanent location could be found. They moved into their first location across from the ferry during March of 2002.
In the spring of 2011, the Board of Directors made the decision to relocate the Museum to 331 Marine Avenue, becoming part of Balboa Island’s “Main Street.” This charming vintage cottage is the perfect site to showcase the Museum’s artifacts and it is the hope and desire of the committee that this location will also provide a meeting place for the local community. (Coincidentally, the new location is very close to the old Fire Station, their original chosen spot!)
Locals and visitors are welcome to check out the new location and learn a little bit of Balboa Island’s enchanting history.
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Balboa Island Museum & Historical Society reviews
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Cute little museum that tell history of this cute town. It is worth spending some time looking around after having lunch.
Cute little museum that tell history of this cute town. It is worth spending some time looking around after having lunch. more »
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Nice little museum within walking distance from the Ferry. The history was displayed really nice throughout the space. There are many great items for purchase as well. There are many other quaint...
Nice little museum within walking distance from the Ferry. The history was displayed really nice throughout the space. There are many great items for purchase as well. There are many other quaint... more »
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While visiting from out of state I decided to come here with my family and let me tell you it was worth the price. We had a great time. So many cool things to see and experience. The kids all loved everything that this place had to offer. Took the oldest who is 7 to watch the show in the planetarium and he absolutely loved it. Definitely will recommend this place to others.
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Interesting museum and gift shop. I enjoyed looking at the old photos and reading about the history of this area. Located on a lovely street with lots of shops and restaurants.
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