Cable Car Museum

The Mission Houses Museum, a National Historic Landmark, is the primary program of the Hawaiian Mission Children's Society, a non-profit educational institution and genealogical society. The Museum interprets the "missionary period" of Hawaiian history, 1820-1863, which is fundamental to an understanding of contemporary Hawaii.

The museum occupies a 44,000 square feet facility that includes 3 full-size exbition galleries, a theater gallery, a 14,000 square foot Sculputure Court, a conference center/special events room, an archive and research library, administrative offices, exibit design and artifact storage areas.

In October of 1999, a group of puppeteers, producers, business professionals and lovers of puppetry came together to form a steering committee. The goal was to create a non-profit center in Southern California that promotes and preserves puppetry arts. While there are other such centers in in America's heartland of entertainment, there is no place dedicated to honor and celebrate this magical art.

Two floors and over 10,000 square feet filled with the strange, the unusual, and the unbelievable! See in person the incredible "Believe It or Nots" you've read about in the Ripley books and cartoons and seen on television.

Explore Native American art, artifacts, and voices across centuries in this stunning landmark building near Battery Park. Free admission and year-round programming make it an enriching stop for curious minds of all ages.

Experience cutting-edge contemporary art in a dynamic, unconventional space where sculptures, installations, and multimedia works challenge traditional museum formats. Free admission for visitors under 18.

Step back into 19th-century history at this museum dedicated to the remarkable Delaware and Hudson Canal. Explore artifact collections, walk the restored Five Locks—a National Historic Landmark—and learn how this engineering marvel shaped Ulster County's past.

Explore the rich heritage of Washington's Jewish community at this museum housed in an 1876 historic synagogue. Through engaging exhibits, archival collections, and educational programs, you'll uncover compelling stories that shaped the nation's capital.

Explore over 500 fascinating artifacts showcasing the history of firefighting in Jacksonville and across Florida. Learn about fire safety and the heroic legacy of the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department through interactive exhibits perfect for the whole family.

Step into the Piedmont's past through immersive exhibits, interactive spaces like a vintage drugstore and telephone exchange, and historic 1700s homes. Explore stories of local legends, pivotal moments like the Greensboro Sit-ins, and everyday life across centuries.

The South Carolina Railroad Museum's mission is the preservation and interpretation of railroading in South Carolina.

The North Carolina Aviation Museum is well into its second decade as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the history, as well as honoring the heritage of the wonderfully wide, wide world of flight!

A premier research institution housing extensive collections of Louisiana's wildlife—from freshwater mollusks and fish to birds and mammals. Educational tours for school groups showcase the natural diversity of the region and support scientific study.

Experience the wonder of commercial aviation through interactive exhibits, historic aircraft, and hands-on adventures that bring flight to life for visitors of all ages.

Take flight through aviation history at this iconic Dallas museum, where you'll stand beside legendary aircraft and explore the innovations that shaped modern flight. Interactive exhibits and rare artifacts reveal the stories of pioneering aviators and the engineering breakthroughs that made the Dallas/Fort Worth region an aviation powerhouse—a perfect summer escape for curious minds of all ages.

Dive into a century of automotive passion with beautifully restored classic cars that showcase American engineering excellence. Every gleaming vehicle here tells a fascinating story of innovation and the cultural moments that shaped how we drive.

Explore the vibrant heritage of Idaho's Basque community through dynamic exhibits, cultural events, and immersive experiences that celebrate the traditions of this proud immigrant legacy right in the heart of downtown Boise.

Discover the fascinating history of Alaska State Troopers at this downtown Anchorage museum, tucked beneath the 5th Avenue Parking Garage. Through exhibits and artifacts, explore the remarkable stories of dedicated officers who've maintained law and order across one of America's most challenging and remote landscapes. It's a compelling glimpse into the unique demands of policing the Last Frontier.

The former Yellowstone Art Center opened in October of 1964 in a building that once housed the historic Yellowstone County Jail. In the earliest years, there were just three staff.

Tucked in the heart of Hailey, this charming 1882 adobe building invites you to explore the rich stories of Blaine County. Founded in 1962, the museum preserves local history within its distinctive walls—once a liquor store, movie house, and even an armory during the Spanish-American War. Step inside to discover artifacts and memories that bring Idaho's pioneer heritage to life.

Explore four floors of rotating galleries spanning centuries of art—from ancient works to contemporary pieces—including exceptional collections of American decorative arts, German Expressionism, and one of the nation's largest holdings of Georgia O'Keeffe paintings.

The leading museum of modern art in Northeast Ohio. The origins of the Akron Art Museum go back to February 1, 1922, when the museum, then called Akron Art Institute, opened in two rooms on the ground floor of the Akron Public Library on East Market Street.

The Museum's purpose today is what it has always been: to educate the public, to preserve historic artifacts of the craft, to inspire magic lovers, to establish a resource for scholars and to celebrate the men and women who have been purveyors of wonder throughout the ages, the magician entertainer. <br> The American Museum of Magic is devoted to magic as entertainment , not the occult.

At the gates of Churchill Downs, explore the thrilling history of the world's most famous horse race through legendary thoroughbreds, iconic moments, and Derby traditions that shaped Louisville's most celebrated event.

Planetarium audiences can now experience immersive high-tech adventures in a true 360 degree theater.

Explore millions of years of natural history and world cultures through captivating exhibits and hands-on experiences. Uncover the stories behind fascinating specimens and artifacts while connecting with active research from the University of Iowa.

Step into a vibrant showcase of American artistic expression, where classic paintings and contemporary works inspire wonder across generations. This Minnesota institution brings art to life through interactive exhibits and creative programs perfect for a summer visit, inviting you to explore everything from traditional sculptures to innovative studio crafts in a welcoming, dynamic space.

Explore contemporary and Native American art spanning decades of creative vision, plus rotating collections that celebrate regional visual culture and global artistic movements.