with valid ID. (619)234-8291 www.sandiegoairandspace.org AUTOMOTIVE MUSEUM You don’t have to be a car enthusiast to love the San Diego


Automotive Museum, home to one of the finest automotive col- lections on the West Coast. Their permanent collection includes several Indian Motorcycles, designed by bicycle racer, and one of the fathers of motorcycling, George Hendee. Also in the museum, you’ll see barn finds, or well-preserved cars found in barns, like the 1928 Studebaker which sat forgotten in a shed for 40 years! Starting in February, don’t miss the museum’s new Woodies exhibit, which tells the story of the decline of Woodies and their transformation into new image of Southern California life – the surfer’s car. The Au- tomotive Museum is open daily, so come in and check it out! (619) 231.2886. www.sdautomuseum.org. Mass Transit bus route # 7.


REUBEN H FLEET SCIENCE CENTER The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center seeks to inspire lifelong learn-


ing by furthering the public understanding and enjoyment of science and technology – and inspire they do, with over 100 fun and interactive exhibits! Popular exhibits at the Center include their puzzling Gallery of Illusions and Perceptions, Kid City for the little ones, and SO WATT: An Illuminating Look at Energy. Their newest exhibit “Tinkering Studio,” is a hands-on workshop where visitors can follow in the inventive footsteps of Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell and Leonardo da Vinci. The Fleet is also home to the world’s first IMAX Dome Theater, which shows the biggest films on the planet and hosts popular “Sky Tonight” planetar- ium shows. No matter what your age, there is always something new to discover! (619)238-1233 www.rhfleet.org Mass Transit bus route #7


SPANISH VILLAGE ART CENTER Discover San Diego’s coveted secret for art lovers at the Spanish Vil-


lage Art Center, in the heart of Balboa Park. Patrons, art lovers & curious folks can enjoy artwork of over 200 artisans and craftspeople showcas- ing their work in and about 37 colorful working artist studios & galleries. The quaint buildings and courtyards, initially built in 1935 to por-


tray an old village in Spain for the second California Pacific Internation- al Exposition, house the individual quaint studios. After the exposition, the popular attraction reopened in 1937 as an art center. Over the last 60+ years, San Diego artists have continued to preserve and enhance this historical landmark by adding to its beauty with colorful flowers and unique entryways. Participate in one of the many classes offered at Spanish Village like Chinese brush painting, glass blowing, or pottery design. Free admission (619) 233-9050. www.spanishvillageart.com. Mass Transit bus route # 7.


CABRILLO NATIONAL MONUMENT


A visit to Cabrillo National Monument offers tremendous views of the San Diego region and opportunities to explore the natural and cultural history of the area. Juan Rodriquez Cabrillo departed from the port of Navidad, Mexico on June 27, 1542. Reaching the shore approx- imately three months later, Cabrillo made history as the first European to set foot on a “very good enclosed port,” today known as San Diego Bay. In addition to telling the story of 16th century exploration, the park is home to a wealth of cultural and natural resources. Proudly standing in Point Loma and offering visitors an astounding view of the Pacific is a statue of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo erected in 1913, nearly four hundred years after his expedition. The habitat Cabrillo saw is among the rarest in the world with only a remnant of that biologically diverse ecosystem remaining. (619) 222-4747. www.nps.gov/cabr


SURF MUSEUM In February 1986, architect and surfer Stuart Resor appeared in a


local newspaper article inviting people to found a museum to honor the history of surfing. Thirteen folks showed up, formed a board of directors, and went to work creating The California Surf Museum (CSM). Three locations later, the museum resides at 312 Pier View Way in Oceans- ide. CSM honors surfing legends Duke Kahanamoku, George Freeth, Tom Blake, and more, as well as sharing the sport’s interesting history with the public. Their newest exhibit, “Hansen Surfboards – A 50 Year Retrospec-


2080 Pan American Plaza (Balboa Park) San Diego, CA • (619) 231-2886 www.sdautomuseum.org


42 Open Daily 10:00am - 5:00pm


tive,” includes a display of the legendary surf company, its founder & family’s history throughout the past 50 years. The historical display chronicles Don Hansen’s life, opening Hansen Surfboards in 1961. To- day, Hansen Surfboards is one of the largest producers and suppliers of surfboards in the country. (760)721-6876 www.surfmuseum.org.


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