ART, HISTORY & CULTURE Supported by Philip Wrigley's vision, the museum opened its doors on the ground floor of Avalon's historic Casino building on November 29, 1953. 63 years later, the Catalina Island Museum opened its permanent home, the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Building, to the public on June 18, 2016. Now, a new era has begun for the Catalina Island

Museum.

VISIT | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA FINDING THE CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM. The new museum building is located at 217 Metropole Avenue, just up the street from the beach and the Bluewater Grill on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole, where most visitors arrive by ferry boat. Directions: Follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

MUSEUM STORE

The Wrigley Family: A Legacy of Leadership in Santa Catalina Island. Quick View. Santa Catalina Island: Its Magic, People and History. Quick View. Via Catalina Book by Brian Stewart. Quick View. The Life and Legacy of D. M. Renton. Quick View. Dorothy and Otis: Designing

the American Dream.

MUSEUM STORE

The Catalina Island Museum Store is a carefully curated selection of jewelry and accessories, books, toys, tile and pottery, and gift items that reflect the island’s unique history. Our Museum Store features items that you can only find here, inspired by the landmarks and history of Santa Catalina Island, many of which have been created using the images from our archive.

GROUP TOURS

Tour the Catalina Island Museum. . Explore the museum at your own pace, without a docent guide. Receive a great rate for groups of 15 or more. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance. $15 Adults. $13 Seniors, Military & Students with a valid I.D. Museum members and children (15 & under) are free to the museum every day. MEMBERSHIP | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA INDIVIDUAL ($50) 1 adult. Special recognition as a member of Avalon's only museum dedicated to Catalina Island's rich history, art and culture. Free admission to the museum. 15% discount at the Museum Store. Access to Time Travelers*. 1 membership card. Email newsletter. TITANIC | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Titanic: Real Artifacts, Real People, Real Stories. x. Live. Your Video Title. Unmute. 00:00 00:00. Virtual tour of the exhibition with Johnny Sampson, Director of Exhibitions at the Catalina Island Museum.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

2020 - 2021 Board of Trustees. Gerald Bloeser, Amanda Bombard, Brittani Brisacher, Joyce Brown, Tim Foley, Cliff Hague, Kathy Haynes, Ritch Haynes, The Catalina Island Museum is indebted to past members of the Board of Trustees for their vision, volunteerism and stewardship. Through their efforts the museum has achieved its mission

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PUZZLES | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Digital puzzles related to the Catalina Island Museum's exhibitions and permanent collection. Test your skills today! FAQ | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA The Catalina Island Museum is located just up the street from the Metropole Marketplace and Atwater Arcade on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole where the Catalina Express and Catalina Flyer dock in Avalon. Directions: From the Cabrillo Mole follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

ART, HISTORY & CULTURE Supported by Philip Wrigley's vision, the museum opened its doors on the ground floor of Avalon's historic Casino building on November 29, 1953. 63 years later, the Catalina Island Museum opened its permanent home, the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Building, to the public on June 18, 2016. Now, a new era has begun for the Catalina Island

Museum.

VISIT | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA FINDING THE CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM. The new museum building is located at 217 Metropole Avenue, just up the street from the beach and the Bluewater Grill on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole, where most visitors arrive by ferry boat. Directions: Follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

MUSEUM STORE

The Wrigley Family: A Legacy of Leadership in Santa Catalina Island. Quick View. Santa Catalina Island: Its Magic, People and History. Quick View. Via Catalina Book by Brian Stewart. Quick View. The Life and Legacy of D. M. Renton. Quick View. Dorothy and Otis: Designing

the American Dream.

MUSEUM STORE

The Catalina Island Museum Store is a carefully curated selection of jewelry and accessories, books, toys, tile and pottery, and gift items that reflect the island’s unique history. Our Museum Store features items that you can only find here, inspired by the landmarks and history of Santa Catalina Island, many of which have been created using the images from our archive.

GROUP TOURS

Tour the Catalina Island Museum. . Explore the museum at your own pace, without a docent guide. Receive a great rate for groups of 15 or more. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance. $15 Adults. $13 Seniors, Military & Students with a valid I.D. Museum members and children (15 & under) are free to the museum every day. MEMBERSHIP | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA INDIVIDUAL ($50) 1 adult. Special recognition as a member of Avalon's only museum dedicated to Catalina Island's rich history, art and culture. Free admission to the museum. 15% discount at the Museum Store. Access to Time Travelers*. 1 membership card. Email newsletter. TITANIC | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Titanic: Real Artifacts, Real People, Real Stories. x. Live. Your Video Title. Unmute. 00:00 00:00. Virtual tour of the exhibition with Johnny Sampson, Director of Exhibitions at the Catalina Island Museum.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

2020 - 2021 Board of Trustees. Gerald Bloeser, Amanda Bombard, Brittani Brisacher, Joyce Brown, Tim Foley, Cliff Hague, Kathy Haynes, Ritch Haynes, The Catalina Island Museum is indebted to past members of the Board of Trustees for their vision, volunteerism and stewardship. Through their efforts the museum has achieved its mission

of

PUZZLES | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Digital puzzles related to the Catalina Island Museum's exhibitions and permanent collection. Test your skills today! FAQ | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA The Catalina Island Museum is located just up the street from the Metropole Marketplace and Atwater Arcade on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole where the Catalina Express and Catalina Flyer dock in Avalon. Directions: From the Cabrillo Mole follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

EXHIBITIONS

1/5. From the island's discovery some 8,000 years ago to William Wrigley's purchase of the island and the rise of Avalon as Hollywood's favorite vacation spot, Catalina Island has a history that is rich in events and personalities, including the island's connection to the Chicago Cubs, its role in World War II, and much more.

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MUSEUM BENEFIT

Our goal was $450,000 and so far we have raised $346,570 of critical funds to support the museum's efforts during these uncertain times and while our galleries remain closed. YouTube. CatalinaIslandMuseum. 384 subscribers. Subscribe. Virtual Titanic Exhibition Premiere & Museum Benefit. Watch later. Share.

PHOTOGRAPHS

The museum's second level acts as an outdoor gallery currently showcasing the work of Southern California artist Elizabeth Turk. The William Wrigley Jr. Gallery is the largest gallery space in the new museum and is permanently dedicated to Catalina Island history. This 100-seat outdoor amphitheater is one of the museum's most unique

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CALENDAR | LOS ANGELES COUNTY | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM Calendar of Events. Every Thursday. Art to Go. Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Building. Ongoing. Art Kits available for pick up between 10 am - 5 pm. . Geared to children ages 6 – 12, the museum is now offering “Art to Go.”. Every Thursday, art kits will be available for pick up in front of the museum. PUZZLES | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Digital puzzles related to the Catalina Island Museum's exhibitions and permanent collection. Test your skills today!

CELEBRATION

2018 marked the 65th anniversary of the museum's founding. To celebrate, we held an Anniversary Benefit. featuring live music by Pop Nouveau, magic by Whit "Pop" Haydn, a live and silent auction, heavy hors d'oeuvres by Zest, wine by Rusack Vineyards and a signature cocktail created by Maggie's Blue Rose especially for our celebration! MERMANIA | CATALINA-MUSEUM Sherry Stevens makes artisan tiles with mermaid imagery; sculpted, molded, pressed and glazed. She likes to think of her tiles as small bas relief sculptures: fine art, handsomely crafted and affordable. HOLIDAY | CATALINA-MUSEUM Holiday | catalina-museum. Quick View. Messenger Pigeon Sticky Note Pack. Quick View. Titanic Ornament Set of 5. Quick View. 2020 Bison

Ornament Set.

JOBS | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Founded in 1953, the Catalina Island Museum is located in the quaint city of Avalon on beautiful Catalina Island. Just 23 miles from the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area, the Catalina Island Museum is dedicated to collecting, preserving and sharing the remarkable cultural and historical heritage of Catalina as well as enriching the experiences of residents and visitors through an offering ART, HISTORY & CULTURE Supported by Philip Wrigley's vision, the museum opened its doors on the ground floor of Avalon's historic Casino building on November 29, 1953. 63 years later, the Catalina Island Museum opened its permanent home, the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Building, to the public on June 18, 2016. Now, a new era has begun for the Catalina Island

Museum.

VISIT | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA FINDING THE CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM. The new museum building is located at 217 Metropole Avenue, just up the street from the beach and the Bluewater Grill on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole, where most visitors arrive by ferry boat. Directions: Follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

MUSEUM STORE

The Wrigley Family: A Legacy of Leadership in Santa Catalina Island. Quick View. Santa Catalina Island: Its Magic, People and History. Quick View. Via Catalina Book by Brian Stewart. Quick View. The Life and Legacy of D. M. Renton. Quick View. Dorothy and Otis: Designing

the American Dream.

EXHIBITIONS

1/5. From the island's discovery some 8,000 years ago to William Wrigley's purchase of the island and the rise of Avalon as Hollywood's favorite vacation spot, Catalina Island has a history that is rich in events and personalities, including the island's connection to the Chicago Cubs, its role in World War II, and much more.

MUSEUM STORE

The Catalina Island Museum Store is a carefully curated selection of jewelry and accessories, books, toys, tile and pottery, and gift items that reflect the island’s unique history. Our Museum Store features items that you can only find here, inspired by the landmarks and history of Santa Catalina Island, many of which have been created using the images from our archive.

GROUP TOURS

Tour the Catalina Island Museum. . Explore the museum at your own pace, without a docent guide. Receive a great rate for groups of 15 or more. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance. $15 Adults. $13 Seniors, Military & Students with a valid I.D. Museum members and children (15 & under) are free to the museum every day. MEMBERSHIP | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA INDIVIDUAL ($50) 1 adult. Special recognition as a member of Avalon's only museum dedicated to Catalina Island's rich history, art and culture. Free admission to the museum. 15% discount at the Museum Store. Access to Time Travelers*. 1 membership card. Email newsletter.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

2020 - 2021 Board of Trustees. Gerald Bloeser, Amanda Bombard, Brittani Brisacher, Joyce Brown, Tim Foley, Cliff Hague, Kathy Haynes, Ritch Haynes, The Catalina Island Museum is indebted to past members of the Board of Trustees for their vision, volunteerism and stewardship. Through their efforts the museum has achieved its mission

of

PUZZLES | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Digital puzzles related to the Catalina Island Museum's exhibitions and permanent collection. Test your skills today! FAQ | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA The Catalina Island Museum is located just up the street from the Metropole Marketplace and Atwater Arcade on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole where the Catalina Express and Catalina Flyer dock in Avalon. Directions: From the Cabrillo Mole follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

ART, HISTORY & CULTURE Supported by Philip Wrigley's vision, the museum opened its doors on the ground floor of Avalon's historic Casino building on November 29, 1953. 63 years later, the Catalina Island Museum opened its permanent home, the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Building, to the public on June 18, 2016. Now, a new era has begun for the Catalina Island

Museum.

VISIT | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA FINDING THE CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM. The new museum building is located at 217 Metropole Avenue, just up the street from the beach and the Bluewater Grill on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole, where most visitors arrive by ferry boat. Directions: Follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

MUSEUM STORE

The Wrigley Family: A Legacy of Leadership in Santa Catalina Island. Quick View. Santa Catalina Island: Its Magic, People and History. Quick View. Via Catalina Book by Brian Stewart. Quick View. The Life and Legacy of D. M. Renton. Quick View. Dorothy and Otis: Designing

the American Dream.

EXHIBITIONS

1/5. From the island's discovery some 8,000 years ago to William Wrigley's purchase of the island and the rise of Avalon as Hollywood's favorite vacation spot, Catalina Island has a history that is rich in events and personalities, including the island's connection to the Chicago Cubs, its role in World War II, and much more.

MUSEUM STORE

The Catalina Island Museum Store is a carefully curated selection of jewelry and accessories, books, toys, tile and pottery, and gift items that reflect the island’s unique history. Our Museum Store features items that you can only find here, inspired by the landmarks and history of Santa Catalina Island, many of which have been created using the images from our archive.

GROUP TOURS

Tour the Catalina Island Museum. . Explore the museum at your own pace, without a docent guide. Receive a great rate for groups of 15 or more. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance. $15 Adults. $13 Seniors, Military & Students with a valid I.D. Museum members and children (15 & under) are free to the museum every day. MEMBERSHIP | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA INDIVIDUAL ($50) 1 adult. Special recognition as a member of Avalon's only museum dedicated to Catalina Island's rich history, art and culture. Free admission to the museum. 15% discount at the Museum Store. Access to Time Travelers*. 1 membership card. Email newsletter.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

2020 - 2021 Board of Trustees. Gerald Bloeser, Amanda Bombard, Brittani Brisacher, Joyce Brown, Tim Foley, Cliff Hague, Kathy Haynes, Ritch Haynes, The Catalina Island Museum is indebted to past members of the Board of Trustees for their vision, volunteerism and stewardship. Through their efforts the museum has achieved its mission

of

PUZZLES | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Digital puzzles related to the Catalina Island Museum's exhibitions and permanent collection. Test your skills today! FAQ | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA The Catalina Island Museum is located just up the street from the Metropole Marketplace and Atwater Arcade on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole where the Catalina Express and Catalina Flyer dock in Avalon. Directions: From the Cabrillo Mole follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole

Avenue.

ABOUT | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA The design of the building's exterior represents a blend of the Spanish Mission style with the Art Deco influence of the 1920s that predominates in Santa Catalina's landmark building, the Avalon Casino. One of the most inventive areas of the building is its facade, the highest reaches of which were inspired by the famous marquee of

Chicago's

MUSEUM BENEFIT

Our goal was $450,000 and so far we have raised $346,570 of critical funds to support the museum's efforts during these uncertain times and while our galleries remain closed. YouTube. CatalinaIslandMuseum. 384 subscribers. Subscribe. Virtual Titanic Exhibition Premiere & Museum Benefit. Watch later. Share. MEMBERSHIP | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA INDIVIDUAL ($50) 1 adult. Special recognition as a member of Avalon's only museum dedicated to Catalina Island's rich history, art and culture. Free admission to the museum. 15% discount at the Museum Store. Access to Time Travelers*. 1 membership card. Email newsletter. DONATE | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Click the DONATE button below or text the word Magic to 50155 and follow the 3 simple steps. DONATE. You may also mail a check to: . Catalina Island Museum. PO Box 366. Avalon, CA 90704. Attn: Development Department. 2021 Spring Appeal. CALENDAR | LOS ANGELES COUNTY | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM Calendar of Events. Every Thursday. Art to Go. Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Building. Ongoing. Art Kits available for pick up between 10 am - 5 pm. . Geared to children ages 6 – 12, the museum is now offering “Art to Go.”. Every Thursday, art kits PUZZLES | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Digital puzzles related to the Catalina Island Museum's exhibitions and permanent collection. Test your skills today! TITANIC | CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM | AVALON, CA Titanic: Real Artifacts, Real People, Real Stories. x. Live. Your Video Title. Unmute. 00:00 00:00. Virtual tour of the exhibition with Johnny Sampson, Director of Exhibitions at the Catalina Island Museum.

CELEBRATION

2018 marked the 65th anniversary of the museum's founding. To celebrate, we held an Anniversary Benefit. featuring live music by Pop Nouveau, magic by Whit "Pop" Haydn, a live and silent auction, heavy hors d'oeuvres by Zest, wine by Rusack Vineyards and a signature cocktail created by Maggie's Blue Rose especially for our celebration! MERMANIA | CATALINA-MUSEUM Sherry Stevens makes artisan tiles with mermaid imagery; sculpted, molded, pressed and glazed. She likes to think of her tiles as small bas relief sculptures: fine art, handsomely crafted and affordable. HOLIDAY | CATALINA-MUSEUM Holiday | catalina-museum. Quick View. Messenger Pigeon Sticky Note Pack. Quick View. Titanic Ornament Set of 5. Quick View. 2020 Bison

Ornament Set.

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Temporarily Closed to the Public. Follow us @CatalinaMuseum - Facebook, Instragram & Twitter Exhibitions and Events A Permanent Home for the Catalina Island Museum ADA BLANCHE WRIGLEY SCHREINER BUILDING

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Out of an abundance of caution, we are temporarily closed to ensure the safety of our members, guests and staff.

Reopen date: TBD

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FINDING THE NEW MUSEUM BUILDING The new museum building is located at 217 Metropole Avenue, just up the street from the beach and the Bluewater Grill on Metropole Avenue. It is a 10-minute walk from the Cabrillo Mole, where most visitors arrive by ferry boat. Directions: Follow Crescent Avenue along the harbor and turn left at Metropole Avenue. Heading away from the ocean on Metropole Avenue, the new museum building will be approximately one block up on the right. You may also reach the new museum building by taking a taxi or the Garibaldi bus. Taxis are available at the Cabrillo Mole when you arrive on the island and can be reached at 310-510-0025. The Garibaldi bus operates a fixed route through Avalon. The bus stops at a couple of points on Metropole Avenue, two of which are very close to the new museum building. Click here for

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

CHAIR Ron Bevins

VICE CHAIR Roy Rose

TREASURER Steve Mandel, M.D. SECRETARY Terry Brown IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR Jim Brown

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Jerry Bloeser

Amanda Bombard

Brittani Brisacher

Joyce Brown

Tim Foley

Cliff Hague

Kathy Haynes

Ritch Haynes

Ann Hinchliffe

Christy Lins

Anne Johnson

Gary Johnson

Jessica Schreiner

Dr. Donald W. Wise

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BOARD MEMBER EMERITUS Steve Schreiner

MISSION

To collect, preserve and promote the culture and history of Santa Catalina Island and to bring unique exhibitions to Catalina.

VISION

An anchor of tradition. A beacon of culture. Inspiring our communities. PERMANENT COLLECTION OF THE CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM The museum’s collections are comprised of artifacts from and about Santa Catalina Island. These collections support the museum's mission and foster appreciation for the island's unique history. The museum features a large and comprehensive collection of Catalina pottery and tile which was manufactured on the island from 1927-1937. The museum has over 10,000 photographs and negatives documenting island life from the early 1880s to the present day. The museum collection also contains boat models, sport fishing items, artifacts from the island's steamships and much more. The museum is the repository for all archaeological digs on the island and has one of the largest collections of Tongva and Gabrielino artifacts in the world. HISTORY OF THE CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM When Philip K. Wrigley joined the effort to establish a museum on the island in 1953, he was concerned that much of Santa Catalina's heritage was being lost and little was being done to satisfy the many visitors who were curious to learn more of the island's history. The establishment of a museum that could bring art and culture to the island also fulfilled the desire of his father, William Wrigley Jr., who wished to provide a "playground" where people from every walk of life could seek new experiences and enjoy one of America's most beautiful islands. Thus, the original charter of the museum emphasized that the museum be "well rounded" and have a variety of exhibitions. Supported by Philip Wrigley's vision, the museum opened its doors on the ground floor of Avalon's historic Casino building on November 29, 1953. 63 years later, the Catalina Island Museum opened its permanent home, the Ada Blanche Wrigley Schreiner Building, to the public on June 18, 2016. Now, a new era has begun for the Catalina Island

Museum.

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