William S. Hart Museum
William S. Hart Museum
Please visit their website for information on how to schedule a guided tour.
The Zimmer Museum
Admission is free, but reservations are required. Visit their website for more information.
The Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens
Visit their website for information on days/times that admission is free.
The Gamble House
The Gamble House in Pasadena is an outstanding example of American arts and crafts-style architecture.
The Broad
The Broad’s Family Weekend Workshops offer families activities and workshops to engage with the art of The Broad Museum as well as with Chef Timothy Hollingsworth of Otium, the restaurant…
Sea World
Sea World hosts homeschool days throughout the year. Visit their website for more information.
Rancho Las Lomas
Gather a group of homeschool students and tour the animal preserve. Topics discussed include what is required to care for the animals, why their behaviors are different from one another,…
Plan A Day Out
This website provides assorted activities in Orange County listed by date.
Peterson Automotive Museum
The newly remodeled museum features three themed floors. Visit their website for information on admission rates.
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Discount packages include child admission, guided tour, audio tour, panning for gold, adobe brick making, and koi fish food. Visit their website for more information.
Lyon Air Museum
The Lyon Air Museum exhibit is comprised of authentic aircraft, rare vehicles and related memorabilia, with emphasis on the defining event of the 20th century – World War II. Visit…
Logan’s Candies
Candy making demonstrations are open to the public and by group appointment. Taste and see the craftsmanship and care put into all of the handmade, gourmet candies!
Jet Propulsion Lab
Adults must present an official, government issued photo id for entry. Tour is approximately two hours.
Getty Villa
To learn about programs, events, and activities offered for families, visit the Family Events and Activities section on their website. Admission is always FREE! Reservations needed.
Gardens of the World
Gardens include Japanese, Italian, French and English influences. One of the courtyards is dedicated to commemorating the California Missions. Admission is free.
Edwards Air Force Base
Edwards AFB offers public tours. The tour is free but reservations are required.
Coronado Butterfly Preserve/Goleta Butterfly Grove
View monarch butterflies as they gather for over-wintering. Free admission, parking and docent-led tours by reservation.
Aquarium of the Pacific
The aquarium offers various homeschool days throughout the year.
American Youth Symphony
FREE classical music concerts. Reservations recommended but not always necessary. Locations vary. See website for details.