Free admission for all with a suggested donation of $5, a small neighborhood museum with rotating…read moreexhibits that reflect current events.

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.

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 ended up at this place after researching what was local. I called to see if I needed reservations…read morethe guy said no. I get there and it's closed but it says they open at 11:30 it's now 12:30. I have 4 kids that are impatient but we wait around until a gal comes back stating she was sent to do something else... We finally get and as a first timer I would have liked a lil more direction. I got the virtual ride for the girls which was done in 10 mins. The boys were supposed to be boxing each other but my nephew whom needs help because he is autistic ( I explained this to the young lady) needed a one on one. However, more people were coming in an she got tied up needless to say only one of my nephews had fun. Next time I'll drive to Del Amo.

Randomly decided to check it out with my friends and had a great time the worker who helped us out…read morewas very cool and helpful. Definitely will be back . Make sure to try the rollercoaster experience 10/10

VEFA is one of the most exciting additions to the Los Angeles art scene and a true cultural gem in…read morethe South Bay. Located on Hawthorne Boulevard, this innovative gallery has created a space where emerging talent and internationally established artists are celebrated side by side. Every visit offers something extraordinary. I've had the opportunity to meet remarkable artists, including Andy Scott, the sculptor and designer of The Kelpies, Scotland's magnificent monumental horse-head sculptures. I've also met acclaimed street artists such as Rick Rock, along with artists from around the world whose work spans an impressive range of styles and genres. VEFA is far more than an art gallery--it's a complete artistic experience. The gallery seamlessly weaves together fine art with exceptional food, music, and dance, creating unforgettable evenings. One of the highlights was a spectacular Salvador Dalí-themed dinner, featuring recipes created by Salvador Dalí himself. It was imaginative, immersive, and unlike anything else I've experienced. The venue is magnificent. Housed in a beautifully transformed building that began life as a bank and later served as a doctor's office, the architecture has been reinvented into a vibrant, contemporary gallery. Even the restrooms are works of art and worth seeing on their own. The current exhibitions feature outstanding fine artists, including Michael Dargas, Alexandra Manukyan, Rino Gonzalez, and my personal favorite, Kenya Verse. The quality of the artwork is exceptional, and every exhibition demonstrates VEFA's commitment to presenting museum-quality fine art. VEFA also champions artists, providing opportunities for both rising and established talent while fostering a welcoming community for collectors, art lovers, and creatives alike. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply someone who appreciates beauty and creativity, VEFA is a destination not to be missed. It is bold, imaginative, beautifully curated, and has become one of Southern California's premier destinations for contemporary fine art.

VEFA Gallery is truly one of the best places to buy art in Southern California. From the moment you…read morewalk in, you can feel that this is more than just a gallery. The space is beautifully curated, modern, and inviting while still feeling intimate and intentional. The artwork is exceptional. Every exhibition feels thoughtfully put together and showcases artists with real depth and meaning behind their work. You can tell the team genuinely cares about what they present. Whether you are a first time buyer or an experienced collector, they take the time to educate you and make the experience feel comfortable and exciting without any pressure. The professionalism is also on another level. They communicate clearly, handle logistics smoothly, and make the entire process seamless. Buying art here feels elevated and inspiring. If you are serious about collecting or even just starting your journey, VEFA Gallery is absolutely a place you should visit. It is a great place to buy art and a space that truly respects both the artists and the collectors.

Took my sons here while we were in the area. Its a small museum but we spent over an hour there…read more The majority of the time my kids were in the little play area playing with the airplane and spaceship toys. The rest of the time we were browsing around and even sat on an F5 cockpit. We were also pretty lucky that a few planes were landing and taking off so that was exciting. Staff was amazing. Museum takes donations for admission.

What an incredible little museum. We got up close & personal with the cockpit of an F-5. An…read moreincredibly knowledgeable docent took his time to explain to us the controls in the cockpit & we learned a bit about what it would've been like flying in the plane. We really appreciated the detail & time he spent with us. Then we learned about the Webb Space Telescope - a docent who was a retired Aerospace engineer took about 20 minutes to talk to us about it, we also learned a few things about the Voyagers (1 and 2). I feel I learned more about space travel in the 20 minutes I spent with him than all the years I was in school. There are also awesome artifacts (some for sale), books & model airplanes for purchase. I also really enjoyed the Women in Flight exhibit about women pilots & astronauts.

The interpretive center itself (as in the museum) was closed when I came here with my parents a few…read moreyears ago, but my mom did manage to find an unlocked public ladies' room, so she, at least, experienced an interior part of the building. And I'm sure the building is neat and informative and lovely, but if it's light out, why are you wasting your time indoors when you could be experiencing the absolute wonder that is Point Vicente? Assuming your lens isn't smudged and you're in focus and there's still light left in the day, it's impossible to take anything but an absolutely gorgeous photo here. In addition to the center and the billion-dollar views, there are grassy areas, dirt trails, some attractive protective fencing, and picnic tables. There are some gorgeous trees and cacti as well. When we were here, three or four volunteers were doing a whale census. They were recording every whale and dolphin that passed by, and when possible, they were recording the species and any identifying markings. No whales passed while we were here, but the friendliest of the volunteers told us that pod of migrating bottlenose dolphins had passed just before we arrived. He also let me use his binoculars so I could observe the ocean.

Free educational museum. We enjoyed our visit on a cloudy day when the lighthouse wasn't very…read morevisible. We went on a Saturday & there was plenty of free parking.

Did the city tour. Interesting to learn more about the town and the ladies that do it are very…read morenice. Some beautiful houses.

The Museum is in Old Torrance, across the street from Eat at Rudy's diner. It's housed in a…read moregorgeous vintage building which was the former library. (See photos.) I spotted the sign on the door last Sunday as I was leaving Rudy's: it said Open and Free. I was there in a shot, haha. It's free, yes, but donations are accepted. There's a glass jar by the door that held a bunch of dollar bills. The museum survives completely on donations, in fact. The city maintains the building & the grounds, but other than that they are on their own. So I contributed a ten spot on my first visit. The best part other than the cool old objects on view (see photos) was my conversation with the volunteer lady at the front desk. We talked for a long while. I got info on a couple of upcoming events of interest to me: A walking tour of Old Torrance, and the Fall tour of historic homes. The lady on duty (wish I'd gotten her name) and I decided that, with the price of gas so high, people should explore areas close to home....because there is much to be discovered right under our noses if we take the time to look around. I had a wonderful afternoon in Torrance that day, practically right in my own back yard. Louis Zamperini is affiliated with the museum, I learned. He's that cool guy who has an airport named after him in west Torrance. (At that airport, I intend to get involved with helicopters very soon.) http://www.yelp.com/biz/zamperini-field-torrance Anyways, the lady told me some great stories about Mr. Zamperini ( an Old Torrance native who now lives in West Hollywood): Like the time Mr. Zamperini, a wartime pilot, was shot down and floated in the Pacific for more than 40 days. Crikey! I asked how he kept from starving. He and another survivor caught fish and ate them raw, and they drank rain water. After being rescued, he spent a couple years in a prison camp, yikes. His family was notified that he was dead during the time he was adrift at sea. A death certificate was issued, and Mr. Zamperini has recently donated his own death certificate to the Torrance Museum! Haha! Apparently they will soon get some other stuff from him as well. This is a perfect place to bring kids. Free street parking everywhere around the museum. And my first visit here certainly won't be my last.

Another really, really amazing haunt presented by the Peninsula High School Drama Department!!…read more 2nd year we've done, I mean, been victims, to the PHSDD's Haunt and it didn't disappoint!! Everyone should come support the Drama Department; they do such a great job at this and I hope it continues for many years to come! This year's theme was the haunted Grace Hotel...decorations, actors, spookiness, length of the haunt, lighting, swamp effect, everything was fantastic! I particularly liked the cool spiral lighting effect...so cool! We seek out great haunts every year and this one definitely fits the bill! HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Great dramatic, professional and scary experience a couple years ago. Can't wait to see what they…read moredo this year 8)