Fantastic place for the city of Hanford! From 1905 to now, we must preserve it! You should know…read morewhile other museums are dying our Hanford and surrounding area youth are enjoying it. Luckily the Pokemon group that uses it as a start point for their game are becoming members. Give it a looksie. Interesting items inside including articles from Amelia Earhart and the Mussel Slough Tragedy gunfight from 1880

This museum is the result of some people putting out the word to folks to bring in their treasures…read moreto preserve some local history. There is an odd, but lovely mix of things: antique medical equipment, a dress remade out of Amelia Earhart's dress, a fire-charred doll from the 1700s, a set of plastic California Raisins--circa 1986, old china, an impressive array of taxidermy. The "Hanford Horse", discovered during excavation at a construction site, gets prominent display downstairs. The building itself is interesting and appealing. Don't miss the huge hair wreath near the front door. It is made of (you guessed it!) human hair and was a wedding present long ago. If you're looking for some local color in Hanford, this is definitely worth a look.

Beautiful little place in downtown Hanford! My son goes to music therapy there. Love the garden and…read morecharming atmosphere.

Very cute place. I enjoyed this stop. The kids had a lot of fun running around and visiting the…read moredifferent storybook homes. They also enjoyed going in the water. I didn't bring swimsuits so I let them swim in their underwear. The kids loved it.

Heard this is a great place for young kiddos, and boy that rumor was true! Our kids loved it! Our…read morekids were entertained the whole time. Loved all the hands on activities. Everything from a fish aquarium, to a fire truck, slides , kitchen, and more. Could have spent the day here , if they were open longer. They have an outdoor area, however was closed due to the rain. Will be back to check it out though. Only open to the public four days a week, other days closed for field trips. Can be pricey $15 for kids one and up and $10 per adult; $7.50 for seniors. Can add up quickly for large families.

First time here with the kiddos and their little cousins! They had a blast! And I'm just at awe…read moreevery corner I look and go to! Down to the restroom with the tiny tiny toilets for the littles! Lol! Love the fact there's kid friendly washing stations through the museum making it easy for the kids. The indoor treehouse has cameras on the outside so parents can keep an eye on the littles while they are in the treehouse which is awesome! The entire time we were there I saw workers tidy up and sanitize and clean the whole time so that is reassuring! Like the indoor didn't impress me enough.. when we went outside.. I was mind blown at how much is outside and how even cuter it is! They had balance bikes with helmet and a track for kiddos, fishing, building, learning to milk a cow, dinosaurs, farmers market, and so much more! Also, kid friend height table and benches perfect for snacking and breaks. Is to note there isn't any food or drinks available for purchase at the museum but we were able to bring our snacks. Price point was so affordable especially for the experience and what they offer for the kids. We will definitely recommend this place and would highly likely return!

A *must see* if you're lucky enough to find yourself in Three Rivers! Run by volunteers and free to…read morevisitors, this engaging historical museum exhibits a compelling collection of archival photography, original newspaper documentation, historic mementos and artifacts tastefully exhibited in various rooms and rotating outdoor displays, along with accessible archives and local narratives that highlight the complex and fascinating history of the area including details about the original Native American inhabitants and the white settlers that displaced them. Learn about the vital connection between past and present populations and the life-sustaining ecosystems of the Sierra Nevada mountains with its thunderous rivers and essential resources that currently encompass the Sequoia and Kings Canyon National parks and forests. If you enjoy history and origin stories, you'll love strolling through this inviting museum.

The lady at the desk was welcoming and kind! It's not that big but interesting. There's public…read morebathrooms.

This was a very interesting place. It's nice someone cared enough to preserve it for future…read moregenerations. It's good to embrace history and this museum is full of that. Our tour guide was new and a little vague on some points of interest but that really didn't bother me. It has a cute little gift shop and tours are by donation so don't cheap out when you visit. What's a few dollars to walk back in time.

This museum is amazing. Tucked away in the historic China Alley, it is a solid presentation of…read morewhat life was like for the Chinese immigrants who lived in that time. Starting out on the farms and railroads to running local herb shops, groceries, and laundromats - not to mention the gambling halls - the Chinese fully took advantage of the limited employment opportunities available to them, a characteristic of the segregated and exclusionary practices minorities faced at those times. The Chinese were pivotal in the success of the Central Valley towns during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Debbie and Larry, the docents, have a wealth of information to share and I couldn't have asked for a better tour! The museum, the temple upstairs, and the China Alley itself. On top of that, because I wasn't able to make it to the museum during normal opening hours (one saturday each month), they accommodated me with a private tour - all I had to do was call in advance! As far as I'm aware, the tours are free, but a donation is highly suggested. This is crucial history and every effort to preserve it needs to be made.

We met family from Sacramento here today, we're from Bakersfield. We have never been here before…read more It was a great deal at $3/person, since it's the 1st sat of the month. We spent about 3 or so hours playing & exploring. It's really meant for younger ages,probably up until about 10-11. My son is going to be 11 next week & loved it because he loves dinosaurs, digging & science. Not sure i would go out of my way to go back, only because we don't live locally but if we lived in fresno I would consider getting a membership. They have a lot of great programs throughout the week which would be great for school field trips or homeschooling co-ops.

A wonderful place for kids with lots of different events that can cater to any of your kids'…read moreinterests! Got to volunteer at their Star Wars May the Fourth event and it was a great time!

Such I neat museum! So many things to see. The docent is very nice as well. Enjoyed this and the…read moregas station museum as well

I hit the jackpot one evening with being directed to this museum while traveling through Coalinga…read more My luck held when Tim, a descendent of one of the original European families to settle in the area, showed up to give me a tour. Decades of civic pride and love have gone into creating and maintaining this fabulous collection.

Did you know you can tour this museum? You can; make reservations online if possible; if not you…read morecan also come at the tour time and pay then. Tours are usually 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm on weekends or selected days! Cost is $12 for adults; seniors $10. This museum is located in Kearney Park, to enter is $5 per car. On this tour you learn about the history of the Kearney family. The architecture is beautiful and historic! The rooms are big and full of quality pieces.

A piece of history right in your backyard. The Kearney mansion is preserved in its original state…read more What a treat to walk through these walls and see the decor, and see the once glamour of the Victorian era - Gilded Age. Step into the past and learn all about Fresno's history and agribusiness that could have sent this town in a different direction. Filled with Gatsby era artifacts and hometown history. Come visit this local treasure with your family or school.

This museum is inside a park. It is very informative of the history of this place. It has something…read morefor everyone. When I went to the museum they also had like other small business and interactive areas. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

This museum is a gem with a large display of indigenous baskets, tools and information; antique…read moreguns and saddles, model trains, historical dress and town information in the main building. I especially enjoyed the various antique typewriters and the recreated doctors and dentists office (scary looking x-ray and drilling equipment). The new agricultural farm worker history and implement building was very informative with details on each wave of immigrant workers and what they contributed to the community and to farming. There are several out buildings such as one room schools, a residence, a printing building which have been moved to this site along with a blacksmith shop, farm implement shed and a very interesting historic rail caboose. Be sure and visit