California Surf Museum
5 expert reviews
“Founded in 1986, the California Surf Museum documents not just the history of San Diego’s surf culture, but the whole state’s.”
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"It's easy to spend an hour in this heartfelt museum of surf artifacts, from a timeline of surfing history to surf-themed art and a radical collection of boards." Full review
"Museum shows have included a "Salute to Pipeline" and the thought-provoking “Surfers and the Vietnam War” that recreates the China Beach Surf Club where soldiers would go to escape the war." Full review
"Check out this tidy museum devoted to preserving the history and culture of wave riding...among the artifacts and memorabilia is a permanent exhibit tracing the evolution of the surf board" Full review
"A large collection of surfing memorabilia, going back to the earliest days of the sport, is on display here, along with old black-and-white photos, vintage boards, apparel, and accessories" Full review