ESMoA is an experimental museum that embrace visitors, partners, and featured artists to contribute…read moreto the interpretation and creation of art. This place hosts periodically just draw sessions, complimentary to public with general free admission to the museum.

Came here for a date with my wife after we left the kids with the grandparents. It is a nice…read moreintimate art gallery. We liked how they structured the gallery to focus on enjoying and feeling the art as opposed to reading a bunch of texts. They had some really cool pieces in there and some great programing that interested us to come back and try. Would recommend this for anyone who enjoys the arts:

I recently visited Wonders of Dinosaurs with my family to take my three-year-old nephew, and…read moreunfortunately it was not worth the money. The space has two floors -- one floor is strictly jumping castles, and the other floor has mini rides and mini golf. The issue is that the rides and mini golf cost additional money on top of the admission price ($2 per ride). It's about $30 for a child and $10 for an adult just to get in, so having to pay extra for most of the activities felt excessive. There was also only one employee working the entire floor with the rides and mini golf, which made things feel understaffed and unorganized. Cleanliness was another big concern. There were crumbs and dirt all over the floors, and the men's restroom changing station was very dirty -- the baby changing platform was especially unpleasant. Overall, this place did not feel like a good value for the price. I wouldn't recommend it, especially considering the additional costs and lack of cleanliness.

Real review!! I'm lost for words I don't even know how to…read morebegin! The equipment was worn out and several things were either broken or not functioning properly. This place is dirty and in need of a deep cleaning. It has a lot of potential, but it really needs some attention and maintenance to make it safe and enjoyable for kids. Floors & walls are dirty It felt like we were exploring an abandoned location with so many dark places to get lost and disappear for ever!! The more I looked around the worse it got! Don't be surprised if your kids walk out with Hand, Foot, and Mouth! The restrooms are disgusting!!!!!!! They must have a lot of leaks everywhere because there's trash cans full of water in random locations. Overall it's a huge 2 floor location with so many cool things but it really needs a deep cleaning!

Closed again for installation removal before reopening again in January with a new exhibit. My bad…read moreluck. They apparently change exhibits every 2 months. Maybe one day my timing will improve. Make sure you call before showing up.

I would call this a hidden gem in Torrance. I had heard about it, but finally decided to visit…read more Best part, it's free. No charge. It's located in the civic center, in the back, so you can't see it off of the street. It's almost a game of hide and seek, where you need to find it. Even when I did finally find it, I wasn't sure I was at the right place or if it was even open. However, I was not disappointed when I finally walked inside. It's a teeny place. More like a gallery than what I would call a museum. Open floor plan. Great art though. An eclectic collection of paintings and mixed media when I visited. There were a couple other parties viewing the artwork. Not crowded. Parking: Free lot.

Amazing historical art , well worth the time spent. The docent was well informed and provided…read moreamazing insights into the history and values of these incredible art pieces

I was in LA for a day and a half and really wanted to see this collection. After leaving a voice…read moremessage, I thought it wouldn't be possible since it was such a short notice, but Holly called me back and said I could join the next tour. I am so glad I did!!! Holly is very knowledgeable and explained everything so thoroughly and with such enthusiasm! I will definitely return with my family next time I'm down in LA. Thank you once again, Holly!

Katrina was awesome really enjoyed my time learning about Redondo Beach and the local history!read more

Visiting the RB historical museum was wonderfully informative. The volunteers, Pat and Linda Aust,…read morewere so friendly and had an amazing wealth of knowledge on everything Redondo Beach. They guided us through the home taking care to explain not only pictures and objects, but also family histories and events from the past. A beautifully preserved home and wonderful volunteers. I highly recommend a visit!

This was the cutest, mini aquarium! There's even an upstairs and with an overview of the…read moredownstairs. Heads up, thy don't allow food nor drinks in, but have a small table for you to leave your stuff on. I love how sweet the lady was while welcoming everyone in. It's free but donations are welcomed. It's the perfect end to the pier. Definitely check it out!

First time at Manhattan Beach and we walked the pier just to get a nice view of the water. To our…read moresurprise, there was this small aquarium at the very end it and a free one at that! We didn't spend much time in here, literally walked in for 5 minutes and walked out but for the kids I think this is pretty neat. Not much to see in there but I do recall some jellyfish, a touch tank (or maybe you couldn't touch it? Signs were confusing), and few small tanks with fish and starfish.

So American Honda Motor Company hosts bi-monthly events called The Cars, Bikes & Coffee. The event…read morehappens every other month and is usually on the third Saturday of February, April, June, August, October, and December. The last event happened in August 16th, 2025 (August + on the third Saturday) and I visited the Honda headquarters in Torrance to check it out. [Parking]: For the Cars, Bikes & Coffee event, enter the campus via Main Street off Harpers Way at the north end of the facility. During weekdays, parking is in the visitor parking lot off Torrance Blvd at the south end of the facility. [Time]: 9 AM to 12 PM for The Cars, Bikes & Coffee event. The Hall is not open on other weekends but is on weekdays during regular work hours (8 AM to 6 PM). A side note - this museum used to be closed to public but officially opened to the public on September 12, 2023. [What to see during The Cars, Bikes & Coffee event]: * Visitors get to check out the American Honda Collection Hall and see all makes, models, and eras of vehicles and motorcycles. The hall is only one-level, but visitors will also find Power of Dreams Store (aka Honda souvenir shop) and Power of Dream cafe (sponsored by Starbucks). * In addition, visitors can also enjoy free joy rides as passengers for select Honda old school sports cars (must sign a waiver) and I got to ride 2006 Honda S2000. * Free Starbucks drip coffee at the entrance, but they ran out at 10:30 AM. * Additional outdoor tents and two food trucks just outside of the American Honda Collection Hall with free gifts like Honda pins and even posters. Many Honda enthusiasts parked their cars at the parking lot to showcase their love for Honda vehicles. [Conclusion]: This is pretty much a festival and meetup for Honda fans. To maximize the experience, I highly recommend to visit the hall during the The Cars, Bikes & Coffee event.

What a cool place for car enthusiasts, especially those who love Honda autos and motorcycles... 5…read morestars!!!!! Since I started driving, most of my cars have been Honda/Acura, and the American Honda Collection Hall gave me the chance to learn about one of my favorite brand's history and legacy as well as the chance to see various historic cars and motorcycles. The line-up changes regularly, but I was extremely excited to see a showroom quality 1st generation Honda CR-V, which is the model that I've driven for the majority of my driving years. I still miss my 2000 Honda CR-V! The collection hall is housed in the 1st floor main lobby of the American Honda headquarters and offices. It is open weekdays, from 8 am to 6 pm. There are also special Saturday events with different themes, held every 2 months. Check out the American Honda Collection Hall website for the exact dates and themes. Reservations are not required and it is absolutely free to visit. Just show up when the collection hall is open, and you can expect to spend anywhere from 30 minutes to hours for the self-guided experience. Right next to the exhibits is also a small gift shop as well as a Starbucks! Finally, plenty of free parking is available to visitors.

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.

A castle in Glendora? Yes, your eyes aren't deceiving you--Rubel Castle is real, it's magnificent,…read moreand it's gloriously eccentric. Thanks to the sheer persistence (and probably delightful stubbornness) of Michael Rubel, we now have this quirky, towering State Treasure sitting right in the middle of Glendora like a fairy tale that accidentally took a detour through a hardware store. This place is beautifully done, and part of its charm is that it's a full-on hodgepodge of relics, antiques, crystal trinkets, and "wait... what is that doing here?" moments tucked into every nook and cranny. You'll marvel, you'll laugh, you'll squint in confusion--honestly, it's everything you'd want in a castle built with love, imagination, and a dash of madness. And let's talk about the makeshift cemetery. Quirky? YES. Fun? Absolutely. Slightly spooky? Only if your imagination is over-caffeinated. But it fits the vibe perfectly--like the castle whispered, "You know what I'm missing? A tiny cemetery." The tours are fantastic, the guides are passionate, and the whole experience feels like you're stepping into a living scrapbook of California history and charming chaos. Overall: Amazing, amazing place. Book your tour. They only do tours every first Sunday of the month, so set your alarms, mark your calendars, tie a string around your finger--just don't miss it. Rubel Castle is truly a California State Treasure, and an absolute must-see for anyone who appreciates creativity, history, and a little eccentric sparkle.

We absolutely loved our stop here today! Unfortunately we had to leave before we got to complete…read morethe entire tour due to my job so definitely allow yourself about 2hrs or more for this!! But we will make our way back here to see the rest of the museum and finish our tour. Peter was absolutely phenomenal and shared so much history with us. From real life examples to taking home a keepsake... this was such a marvelous time. We learned so much and really can't wait to come back! Thank you!

Everyone should check out The International Printing Museum! I got to attend their annual Printer's…read moreFair and they had so many small business booths that specialize in various printing methods. The museum itself is huge, there is so much to see and learn. I didn't know we could even use a couple of their printing presses dating back to the 1800's!?! The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable, they gave me so many fun facts about the presses and the museum. I got to take home my personalized keepsake metal type stamp and a couple of my self-printed bookmarks and copy of the constitution. This is the perfect place to go for an interactive date night or family day!

Quality interactive kid participation on a community services scale. Lots to see and do for all…read morechildren. Wonderful Staff helped get the time card process rolling. So many displays that tell a story and invite participation! Wonderful! Keep up the great educational work. Thank you The Groeniger's

I was really excited to bring my toddler here because she loves indoor playgrounds/children's…read moremuseums. This place is huge but it is chaotic (I went on a Sunday morning). There were a lot of different areas but it was hard for my daughter to actually do anything because the areas were packed and a lot of the items were missing from the areas due to kids moving them around. That's understandable -kids will be kids- but because there were so many kids the staff couldn't keep up with putting the items back in the designated areas. For example, we went to the "mail room" there was literally no mail in it. We went to the tool/building area and there were literally no tools and not enough building materials to build anything. This was pretty much every area we went to. The amount of kids also made it super overstimulating for my daughter. Normally when we go to these kinds of places it's calm and she is actually able to learn, play, interact etc. Lastly, it's expensive. Normally when we go to these kinds of places an adult is included when paying for a child to enter. Here, you have to pay for an adult and child ticket - so it was 44$ for the both of us. Totally not worth the price when it is so overrun.