5 stars! Adorable and funky museum that was very entertaining. The real weight of my review…read morehowever, is with the bathroom. Such a nice, clean, welcoming, and warm and inviting space. Never have I felt so content to use a public restroom. My friend and I were very happy with our experience considering we have been on the road (ikykyk). We even got to sit and scroll! There was multiple kinds of fresh smelling soap and a beautiful apple cinnamon air freshener. Amazing and considerate public restroom quality!

Nice stop after eating at Emma Jean's. The museum is free, but donations are appreciated. There are…read moremultiple rooms to walk through, some photo ops set up, a gift shop, and a restroom.

if youre thinking about going, or are passing through barstow - do it!!!! this museum is WAY larger…read morethan i expected and full of the largest, wildest collection of clown souvenirs and historical pieces that probably have ever existed. not only is everything so cool looking, but its super educational and feels like youre walking through something way more fun and exciting than your typical museum. also - the booking process is SO easy! although it says its "closed", just go to the website and send a quick text and steve will reply so quickly to schedule a time that works for you. thank you steve!!!!

From the owner: The California Clown Museum is the largest clown museum in the world. With pictures, paintings,…read moreantiques, porcelains, plates, tattoos, T-shirts, music boxes, plushies, toys, posters, jewelry, everything and anything with a clown on it. Unique beautiful works of art. A clown ally playground and clown car garage. There is the world history of clowns, rodeo clowns, famous clowns, harlequins, scary clowns, killer clowns, clown cars. You will learn everything about clowns. Great fun and educational for kids and adults with free tours, videos and performances.

Tanya at Kimberly Crest was wonderful from the very beginning! As a day-of coordinator, I truly…read moreappreciated how welcome she made me feel and her support throughout planning and on the wedding day. Her patience, kindness, and willingness to step in helped make a rainy wedding day beautiful. Thank you, Tanya--I couldn't have asked for better support! If you're dreaming of a fairy-tale wedding, Kimberly Crest might be the perfect venue for you!

Wow, what a nice surprise. My lady and I were wondering what to do last Sunday and she said, "let's…read morego check out the Kimberly mansion in Redlands". We like to visit downtown Redlands often to browse the shops, the fun antique stores, and get a treat at Ala Minute. We often drive around to look at all the amazing homes, so a visit to Kimberly Crest House has been on our list for a while. I am so glad she thought of visiting. We drove out, bought our tickets, and then we had about an hour before our tour time, so we drove up through all the winding streets to discover more houses. We had our treat at Ala Minute, then headed back to start our tour. We had 3 separate hosts, and all were very nice, kind, and thorough. The grounds are beautiful, as was the interior. It was fun to hear the history of the mansion, all the owners, and that not only was the mansion connection to Kimberly Clark paper products, but Amelia Earhart was a friend of the family. And to know they were philanthropic was nice to learn. We really enjoyed our time, and I highly recommend a visit, you will enjoy it also.

It is surprising what temporarily retiring can do for you…read more So i have a week off between job change. To say the least, the last 2 years and 10 months had been "intense". Between breaking up with my ex, working every single US holidays, i have not been paying attention to anything else. Since my ex lived in this area, i drove by this street alot in the past 6 years and i have never noticed this GEM until now. Full disclaimer: my favorite mechanics is just down the street. i did not visit my ex on purpose. This little village preserved alot of historical buildings. It is nice to see how things were started, how do people used to live. Garden Grove had a humble beginning for sure. Thanks

This was an amazing tour with so many cool artifacts from the late 19th century and on. Our tour…read moreguide was funny, very knowledgeable about the history of all the buildings, and had great stories to tell. If you're into the history of 19th century farm life, baseball, Disney, or firefighting there's a building dedicated to each of these tied to the story of the people who once occupied it. Out tour took about 2.5 hours. The museum is run purely by volunteers who dedicate their time to running and maintaining it. If you're looking for something to do in Orange County, this is it!

This is probably the most unique place I've ever visited in Southern California. Three of our…read moredocents were actual workers on the castle, so we got an inside view of its origins. I'll never forget the experience and highly recommend that you make it a priority to visit. When a person has a vision and spends 25 years fulfilling it with hundreds of friends and neighbors, you have a masterpiece! Go as soon as you can!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience here at Rubel Castle. Our host, guide,…read moreand local "Rubelligent" volunteer, Ms. Kathleen had all the intel about this historical property. She was so knowledgeable and helped set the stage for us to slip into a forgotten era and get a glimpse of how imagination met inventiveness with a DIY charm. ~ A LITTLE BACKSTORY FOR YOU ~ It's not pronounced Rubel as Barney from Flintstones. Rather, it's like Target is to Targét when we are trying to be fancy. So that's Rubel as in "Roo-bell." Unlike modern-day construction, Rubel Castle wasn't built overnight. It was made of collected recyclables and construction rubble that spanned many decades and took several friends and volunteers to build it. For Michael, however, the lifetime inspiration was first sparked at the age of 9. His love for canons was where it started and the rest is history you can hear about on the tour. But don't just show up like we did randomly one day. To book, visit RubelTours.org and make a reservation. ~ OUR TOUR EXPERIENCE ~ It's as if Michael Rubel, the creator and mastermind of this enchanted dominion had intended it to be--magical. Built in the castle period of wood and tin, every corner captured our interests, from antique cars to the 1890's Seth Thomas Tower Clock with a unique backstory (and only six in existence today). There were old vending machines, tools, trinkets, and machinery that time had long forgotten. Did I mention there was a drawbridge? Yes, and a dungeon too. I was just waiting for a dragon to come swoop down on us next. Walk in the footsteps of famous visitors like Alfred Hitchcock, Dwight Eisenhower, Jack Benny, and Bob Hope. It's a feast for the eyes no matter where you glance. I particularly enjoyed the bottle house that Michael built in 1968 as his "home" as a kid. That independent spirit was quite charming to see. ~ WATERCOLOR NATURESCAPE ~ We were fortunate to have our gracious host lead us on a tour and organize a special art crafting experience outdoors. It was absolutely lovely beneath the trees and between rusted vintage cars from the turn of the century. We each got a small canvas to paint our flowers in watercolor. (This particular experience takes place in the Spring and Fall, weather permitting.) We heard the squirrels rattling in the leaves and birds chirped and sang in the trees above. We discovered that peacocks apparently originated from this property, compliments of Michael Rubel. And did I mention that on the far side of the property, a custom garden was in full bloom? BOOK A TOUR Help support the Glendora Historical Society and keep this magnificently unique city-castle maintained. It's worth it.

This is such a nice piece of history. If you are in the area please give the nice staff a visit and…read moretake a tour!! It's such a amazing experience seeing all the rooms and old fixtures

Really enjoyed the Victorian home tour with a docent! We came here on Saturday at 12 and we had…read moreMichelle as the tour guide, she was very informative and articulate. Felt like we went through time travel because we were able to witness old fashioned interiors and antiques. Some of the furniture were still there since the 1800's. Amazing. Intrigued. Intricate details on the doors walls and furniture. Learned that Riverside was a very affluent city from oranges. Sugar was very valuable back then and Chinese servants worked at the Victorian mansion. Makes me appreciate how much technological advancement there has been to make the modern life more efficient and convenient.

Thanks to the research of Super Elite Yelper Gary I., we were able to tour the Phillips Mansion in…read morePomona prior to dinner nearby. The mansion, built in 1875 and maintained by the Pomona Historical Society, was the home of the one-time "richest man in LA County", Louis Phillips. Tours are conducted by reservation only and as of this writing, can be reserved here: https://www.pomonahistorical.org/phillips-mansion for $15. Our docent, pictured below, gave us many interesting details and pertinent history of the building. The grounds are lovingly maintained; the building itself could be called a "fixer-upper". It's good to see the work in progress and the building does seem to be in good hands. This tour is very highly recommended.

We enjoyed immensely the Phillips Mansion and Currier House tours yesterday afternoon. We…read moreappreciated our docents' enthusiasm and knowledge regarding the history and preservation of these buildings. The main goal for the Currier House currently is weatherproofing it from further damage. I hope that the Pomona Historical Society finds success in obtaining funding and the proper skilled craftsmen to restore it again someday.

I have always wanted to go on a walking tour of Old Hollywood historic sites. Earlier tonight, I…read moreparticipated in the Haunted Hollywood walking tour led by April Clemmer. It was such a thrill because we visited several locations that have fascinated me for many years. These locations included the Hillview Apartments (now the Hudson Apartments), the Hollywood Pacific Theatre, the Knickerbocker, and Boardner's. In keeping with the haunted theme, the tour takes place at night with a start time of 7pm. At each location, April briefly describes the history, and then relates a macabre story that she has learned about either from reading literature or from conversations with neighborhood experts. She seeks the truth and is very careful to differentiate between historical facts and rumors. The spooky stories are as diverse as the Hollywood landscape itself. The highlight of the tour was being able to go inside The Hollywood Building. We took an elevator ride up to the 4th floor of this historic property. It was like stepping into a classic film noir picture from the 1940s. One could imagine private eye Philip Marlowe walking through the hallway. Memorable details included the functioning dial above the elevator in the lobby, as well as the vintage radiator heaters in the rooms upstairs. If you like the history of Hollywood and the Golden Age of movies, then I highly recommend the Old Hollywood walking tour. You will learn about silent film stars, vintage movie theatres, and legendary restaurants. April freely gives out her knowledge of the subject matter and is happy to answer questions. I am looking forward to going on the day-time version of her Old Hollywood walking tour.

I went on a private vintage shopping tour with April, and WOW! I work in fashion (I've been a…read morestylist for 16 years). I've always admired vintage clothing, but I wasn't familiar with the older brands or their history. April knew EVERYTHING! She was so knowledgeable and was able to pick out gems I would have otherwise overlooked. I want to do one of her group tours next. Such a unique and fun experience for fashion lovers.

Was in the area, saw this location on the Yelp website and so... the rest becomes history…read more Authentic pieces of history going back to to Ray Kroc and his milk shake beginnings. Every generation for the past 60 years will find something to relate to. The Happy Meal concept, the McDonalds' global growth, the Golden Arch, the original kiddie rides! You name it, you'll find it. Off Hwy 15, not far off the beaten path is the Juan Pollo McDonalds Museum. Please don't blink your eyes because you will miss it! Check their schedule before attempting a visit. Entrance is FREE. Parking plentiful Enjoy! PS- Donations welcome

Nice free museum stop during our route 66 tour. Outside are murals, plastic characters, old kiddie…read morerides and the original McDonald arch sign. The inside is filled with McDonalds memorabilia through the years from different countries. A staff member is on hand to answer questions. Free parking behind building. Public restroom at the back.

to start this is a historical site. much to see. there is also a train that makes a pitstop in late…read moreevening.

I visited as a total tourist. It's a nice stop for a bathroom break. I walked in there, looked…read morearound and it literally looked like they didn't change much and I could see a scene from an old film being filmed here easily. It's almost eerie, like I could see and get the vibe from what events were held there. It's got to be haunted. Nothing spectacular but it's historically cool to visit and there's not much to do/see out in these parts.