10 History Museums in San Luis Obispo County That You Shouldn't Miss

December 12, 2021 Randal Brittian

Discover the best top things to do in San Luis Obispo County, United States including Museum of Natural History, Heritage House Museum, Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa Museum & Gift Shop, Cambria Historical Museum, Paso Robles History Museum, History Center and Museum of San Luis Obispo County, Morro Bay Maritime Museum, Dana Adobe Nipomo Amigos, Greenspace Creekside Reserve, Colony House - Atascadero Historical Society Museum.
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1. Museum of Natural History

Morro Bay State Park Road Morro Bay State Park, Morro Bay, CA 93442 +1 805-772-2694 [email protected] http://www.morrobaymuseum.org/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 232 reviews

Museum of Natural History

The emphasis is on interactive and hands-on learning exhibits that provide scientific information regarding tidal forces, geology, erosion and environmental issues.

Reviewed By michaellK4243CD - Nipomo, United States

This place is certainly a 'must-see', with changing exhibits and an intense focus on local natural history, I would rate this as one of the 2 best museums on the Central Coast.

2. Heritage House Museum

126 S Mason St South County Historical Society, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420-3313 +1 805-489-8282 http://www.southcountyhistory.org/hhouse.htm
Excellent
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4.5 based on 9 reviews

Heritage House Museum

Reviewed By garyh135

This is a restoed vintage home in the Heritage Square park area of Arroyo Grande It is complimented with a historic research library next door, the Barn Museum with local agricultural exhibits and a historic school house. Very well presentation in each and there is no cost, although donations were appreciated. The Heritage Square area is across the swinging pedestrian bridge from the village of Arroyo Grande. Can't wait for the next visit.

3. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa Museum & Gift Shop

751 Palm St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3521 +1 805-543-6850 http://www.missionsanluisobispo.org/?page_id=32
Excellent
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa Museum & Gift Shop

Reviewed By AandEGjr - Salt Lake City, United States

Wandered into to mission after Sunday services. Very impressed with the museum that offered Catholic history as well as history of the indigenous people of the area. AND this was all free with a suggested donation. A must see if you like missions !!

4. Cambria Historical Museum

2251 Center St, Cambria, CA 93428-3005 +1 805-927-2891 http://www.cambriahistoricalsociety.com/index.html
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4.5 based on 23 reviews

Cambria Historical Museum

Reviewed By jonr105 - San Luis Obispo, United States

For years we saw this 19th century home sit unoccupied and in continual decay, to the point that someone had to cover it with blue tarps to try to slow down the weather damage. Finally, a multiyear restoration project was undertaken and the restored home has now become a very pleasant historical museum. The docents here are very friendly and informative. Just ask a question or two and enjoy their answers. Several historical displays are available, each of which is quite interesting, including the history of the home, itself. The large front room in the home is the centerpiece, including a working antique RCA gramophone record player, which you should listen to, and antique stereoscopes, which you should look through. Both of these items delight children. There is no charge for admission, but a $2.00 donation is requested.

5. Paso Robles History Museum

800 12th St City Park - Center of downtown, Paso Robles, CA 93446-2207 +1 805-238-4996 [email protected] http://www.pasorobleshistorymuseum.org
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Paso Robles History Museum

Reviewed By clynds - Paso Robles, United States

This museum is located in the beautiful historic Carnegie Library building in the middle of the Paso Robles city Park. I loved how helpful and informative the docents were. The docents were also able to direct me to other museums in the area as well as fabulous restaurants for our evening meal.

6. History Center and Museum of San Luis Obispo County

696 Monterey St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3515 +1 805-543-0638 http://historycenterslo.org
Excellent
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4.0 based on 68 reviews

History Center and Museum of San Luis Obispo County

Located in the former Carnegie Library, this museum traces the history of San Luis Obispo County from the era of the Chumash and Salinan Indians to present day.

Reviewed By annadanm - Lacey, United States

One of the free libraries built as a result of money donated by Andrew Carnegie. The greeter was a joy! Her passion for this center was infectious. I will make sure to visit more of these original free libraries in my future travels.

7. Morro Bay Maritime Museum

1210 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442-2042 +1 805-225-5044 [email protected] http://www.morrobaymaritime.org
Excellent
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4.0 based on 49 reviews

Morro Bay Maritime Museum

The Morro Bay Maritime Museum is operated by the Central Coast Maritime Museum Association, a registered public benefit 501(c)3 non profit corporation.

Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States

We had a fun time viewing the various exhibits at the Morro Bay Maritime Museum. We liked seeing the deep submergence rescue vehicle. We saw the Coast Guard Boat. We saw the Motor Vessel Alma. All were so interesting to see. There is more things to see too. There is a free parking lot close by.

8. Dana Adobe Nipomo Amigos

671 S Oak Glen Ave Drive down to the fourth gate to enter, Nipomo, CA 93444-9009 +1 805-929-5679 http://www.danaadobe.org/
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4.0 based on 4 reviews

Dana Adobe Nipomo Amigos

9. Greenspace Creekside Reserve

Center St. and Hesperian Lane, Cambria, CA 93428 +1 805-927-2866 http://www.greenspacecambria.org/index.php/what-we-do/projects/creekside-reserve
Excellent
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

10. Colony House - Atascadero Historical Society Museum

6600 Lewis Ave, Atascadero, CA 93422-4233
Excellent
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4.0 based on 8 reviews

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