Would you like to learn more?
Don't miss these sites for further discovery of maritime history.
Banning Residence Museum - Wilmington, California
Visit the home of General Phineas Banning (1830-1885), the founder of the Port of Los Angeles.
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium - San Pedro, California
An educational, recreational, and research facility, dedicated to educating the general public about the marine environment of Southern California.
Catalina Island Museum - Avalon, California
The museum, located in the historic Avalon Casino, exhibits Native American artifacts, Catalina pottery and tile, photos and postcards from the 1880's to the present, and much more.
Drum Barracks Civil War Museum
The historic site of the Union Army Headquarters from 1861-1871, the Drum Barracks Civil War Museum's exhibits and programs present the story of California's contributions to the Civil War.
Fort MacArthur Museum - San Pedro, California
The Fort MacArthur Museum is dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the history of Fort MacArthur, a U.S. Army post which guarded the Los Angeles harbor from 1914 to 1974.
The Historical Society of Long Beach - Long Beach, California
The Historical Society publishes books, holds regular meetings, and provides research services pertaining to the history of Long Beach, the port city adjacent to the Port of Los Angeles.
SS Lane Victory San Pedro, California
A fully-operational Victory Ship, and museum, located in the Port of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Public Library - Regional History "Electronic Neighborhood"
The Library's Electronic Neighborhood includes indexes, documents, photographs, and other materials exploring California and regional history.
Palos Verdes Library Local History Collection - Palos Verdes Estates, California
The Local History Collection of the Palos Verdes Library District is maintained for the use of the public in researching the history, culture, people, and natural wonders of the Palos Verdes Peninsula, California. It is housed at the Malaga Cove branch of the Palos Verdes Library District.
Point Fermin Lightouse - San Pedro, California
The Lighthouse, a wooden structure built in 1874, was the first lighthouse in the area.
Point Vincente Interpretive Center - Rancho Palos Verdes, California
A natural history museum and prime whale watching spot.
San Pedro Bay Historical Society - San Pedro, California
Encouraging the restoration and preservation of historic buildings and landmarks in the San Pedro Bay area, the Society also operates the 1899 Muller house, home of prominent port of Los Angeles boatbuilder William A. Muller (1865-1936).
Virtual Tour of the Port of Los Angeles
Take an interactive tour of the history of the harbor.
Wilmington Historical Society - Wilmington, California
Dedicated to preserving the history of Wilmington and its contribution to the city and the Port of Los Angeles.
You will find more maritime museums through the Council of American Maritime Museums.
The Council of American Maritime Museums (CAMM) is an organization dedicated to preserving North America's maritime history. CAMM’s Members include museums, museum professionals and scholars from United States, Mexico, Bermuda, Australia and Canada.
