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CALIFORNIA
The Palm Springs Air Museum
Palm Springs, California
Come for the History . . . Stay for the Fun!
745 N. Gene Autry Trail
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Phone: 760-778-6262, ext. 235
Contact: Sheilah Reed
Email: sheilah@PalmSpringsAirMuseum.org
www.palmspringsairmuseum.org
Autry National Center
Los Angeles, California
Explore the American West at the Autry National Center! See the Autry’s world-renowned collection of Western artifacts that includes such fascinating objects as Annie Oakley’s shotgun, Buffalo Bill Cody’s personal saddle, Native American bead work, and an exploration of the stories and legends that make up the American West. Special group rates available!
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Phone: 323-667-2000
Contact: Janet Jung
Email: jjung@autrynationalcenter.org
www.TheAutry.org
The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
San Marino, California
The Huntington is a world-renowned center of art & culture set amidst 150 acres of breathtaking gardens. Featuring British, French & American art, Library Treasures. Highlights: Gainsborough's Blue Boy, Lawrence's Pinkie, Gutenburg Bible, and gardens devoted to Desert, Rose, Palms, Japanese, Tropical Conservatory, Children's Garden, & NEW Chinese Garden. Docent led group tours offer unique and personalized view of the Estate.
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
Phone: 626-405-2100
Contact: Jane Sandmeier
Email: tours@huntington.org
www.huntington.org
The Ronald Reagan Presidental LIbrary Museum
Simi Valley, California
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum is among Southern California’s most beautiful and unique tour group destinations. Step aboard and tour through his actual Air Force One. View an exact replica of the White House Oval Office. Glimpse a fragment of the Berlin Wall. Reflect at President Reagan’s memorial site. Stroll through the grounds, including replicas of the White House Rose Garden and South Lawn. Docent-led tours and pre-packaged meals are available. 805-577-4066. www.reaganlibrary.com.
40 Presidental Drive
Simi Valley, CA 93065
Phone: 805-577-4066
Visitor Services: Carol Cohea
Email: Carol.cohea@nara.gov
Or Ronald.library@nara.gov
www.reaganlibrary.com
DELAWARE
Air Mobility Command Museum
Dover AFB, Delaware
Twenty-Eight perfectly preserved vintage USAF aircraft. Tour inside huge airlifters & tankers. Fly FREE flight simulators, see entertaining educational exhibits. From a B-17 “Flying Fortress” to swept wing 4 engine jet transports, fighters, bombers & trainers, aviation history comes alive on an active airfield. FREE ADMISSION & PARKING Handicap Accessible.
1301 Heritage Road
Dover AFB, DE 19902-5301
Phone: 302-677-5942
Operations Manager: John Taylor
Email: museum@dover.af.mil
www.amcmuseum.org
New Castle Historical Society
New Castle, Delaware
The New Castle Historical Society museums transport you through more than 350 years of history in this charming port town on the Delaware River. Visitors explore the lives of New Castle’s settlers in the 1690 Dutch House and revolutionary leaders in the 1738 Amstel House. Groups enjoy walking tours of our beautiful National Historic Landmark district and our spooky “Hauntings in History” tours. Call us to arrange your visit today.
2 East 4th Street
New Castle, DE 19720
Phone: 302-322-2794
Contact: Susan Richman
Email: susanrichman@aol.com
www.newcastlehistory.org
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Madame Tussaunds Washington D.C.
Washington D.C., District Of Columbia
Experience the glory of our nation’s highest office in Madame Tussauds’ unparalleled Presidents Gallery, which will feature life-sized wax figures of all 44 U.S. presidents from George Washington to Barack Obama. Join us on this remarkable three dimensional journey through history. The first unveiling of 9 new presidents immortalized in wax will be in early February 2010. The Presidents Gallery will be completed with new interactive experiences in Fall 2010.
1001 F Street, NWw @ 10th Street
Washington D.C., DC 20004
Phone: 888-923-0334
Contact: Group Reservations Department
Email: groupsales@madametussaundsny.com
www.madametussaundsdc.com
NEWSEUM
Washington D.C., District Of Columbia
The Newseum offers museum-goers an experience that blends five centuries of news history with up-to-the-second technology. Featuring 14 major galleries, 15 theaters, two state-of-the-art broadcast studios and more than a dozen additional exhibits and displays, the museum takes visitors behind the scenes to learn how and why news is made. Main galleries explore news history, electronic news, photojournalism, world news and how the media has covered major historical events.
555 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W.
Washington D.C., DC 20001
Phone: 202-292-6690
Contact: Linda Jeffries
Email: groupsales@newseum.org
www.newseum.org
FLORIDA
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum, Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation
Clewiston, Florida
Seminole AH-TAH-THI-KI Museum features a 10,000 square foot gallery space that showcases artifacts and lifelike dioramas depicting Seminole life at the turn of the century. The Museum highlights the history, art and culture of the Seminole Tribe of Florida. A one mile raised boardwalk winds through a beautiful 66 acre cypress dome.
HC 61 Box 21 A
Clewiston, FL 33440
Phone: 863-902-1113
Contact: Sara Whitehead
Email: sarawhitehead@semtribe.com
www.ahtahthiki.com
The Mennello Museum of American Art
Orlando, Florida
The Mennello Museum of American Art is housed in an Orlando mansion, once a private residence, converted in 1998 to show off the work of a single artist, Earl Cunningham (1893-1977). His work is considered "primitive genius." Cunningham, who was a St. Augustine native, attempted to capture the haunting landscapes of the Sunshine State. The Everglades proved a favorite subject. The museum's permanent 50-piece Cunningham collection was a bequest to the City of Orlando by collectors Marilyn and Michael Mennello. In addition to showing Cunningham's work, the museum plans a series of rotating exhibits.
900 East Princeton Street
Orlando, FL 32803
Phone: 407-246-4278
Executive Director: Frank Holt
Email: frank.holt@cityoforlando.net
www.mennellomuseum.org
ILLINOIS
Ottawa Scouting Museum
Ottawa, Illinois
The Ottawa Scouting Museum, located in historic Ottawa, IL, features memorabilia from the history of boy scouts, girl scouts, Camp Fire and Ottawa. In 2010 we will celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America in the hometown of founder W. D. Boyce, who incorporated BSA on February 8, 1910. Join us!
1100 Canal Street (Mail PO Box 2241)
Ottawa, IL 61350
Phone: 815-431-9353
Contact: Mollie Perrot
Email: scouter07@hotmail.com
www.ottawascoutingmuseum.org
KENTUCKY
The National Quilt Museum
Paducah, Kentucky
Quilts to dazzle everyone in your group! Enjoy quilts and the stories they tell at this international museum. Vibrant fiber exhibits feature more than 150 superb contemporary and antique quilts. Indulge your artistic side with a variety of hands-on activities and the Museum Shop which includes fine crafted regional and national art. Call or go online for a schedule of exhibits and events. Reservations required for guided tours and hands-on.
215 Jefferson St.
Paducah, KY 42001
Phone: 270-442-8856
Contact: Sherry Johnston
Email: info@quiltmuseum.org
www.quiltmuseum.org
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory
Louisville, Kentucky
Newly renovated museum and tour of factory where world-famous Louisville Slugger baseball bats are made. Guests receive FREE souvenir mini-bat at end of tour. Interactive exhibits. Historic memorabilia. World’s Biggest Bat. FREE motorcoach parking. Easy drop-off and pick-up. Student and group rates available. Gift shop and personalized bat store. Hours: Mon-Sat. 9-5; Sun. Noon-5. No bat production on Sun. & holidays, production varies at other times based on factory needs.
800 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Phone: 877-775-8443
Contact: Althea Walker
Email: group.sales@slugger.com
www.sluggermuseum.com
Kentucky Derby Museum
Louisville, Kentucky
The Kentucky Derby Museum, one of Kentucky’s premier attractions, captures the pride, traditions, and excitement of the “greatest two minutes in sports”. Located at the historic Churchill Downs race track, the Museum offers two floors of exciting exhibits giving visitors a real taste of the Derby experience. Groups can see more than 1400 horses in the barn areas, tour the jockey’s locker room or enjoy the views from Millionaire’s Row!
704 Central Ave.
Louisville, KY 40208
Phone: 800-273-3729
Contact: Cheryl Whitehouse
Email: cwhitehouse@derbymuseum.org
www.derbymuseum.org
MARYLAND
Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
City Park, Hagerstown, Maryland
Over seventy-five years ago, Hagerstown native, Anna Brugh Singer and her husband, noted American Impressionist painter, William Henry Singer, established an art museum and gave it to the community with the proviso that admission be free in perpetuity. In addition to a robust exhibition schedule, the museum provides an active program of art education classes and festivals, lectures, concerts, films, and docent tours. Visit www.wcmfa.org to see what’s currently on view.
91 Key Street
City Park, Hagerstown, MD 21741-0423
Phone: 301-739-5727
Services Coordinator: Donna Rastelli
Email: drastelli@wcmfa.org
www.wcmfa.org
MASSACHUSETTS
The Salem Witch Museum
Salem, Massachusetts
The Salem Witch Museum takes visitors back to 1692, when accusations of witchcraft struck fear in the hearts of the townspeople. Witches: Evolving Perceptions examines the traditional imagery of the witch, views of witches from the 17th century to today and the phenomenon of witch hunts. Open daily year-round. Call Merry Ward for group reservations. Translations available: Cantonese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian and Spanish. Please allow 1 hour 15 minutes.
19 1/2 Washington Square North
Salem, MA 01970
Phone: 978-744-1692
Contact: Merry Ward
Email: merryw@salemwitchmuseum.com
www.SalemWitchMuseum.com
MINNESOTA
ITOW Veterans Museum
Perham, Minnesota
The ITOW Veterans Museum is an extraordinary museum where the stories of America’s veterans are told…In Their Own Words. This state-of-the-art museum includes 6000 square feet of audio-visual exhibits and stunning documentaries. Prestigious traveling exhibits and fascinating events make this museum an awe-inspiring place to visit.
805 West Main
Perham, MN 56573
Phone: 218-346-7678
Contact: Lina Belar
Email: info@itowmuseum.org
www.itowmuseum.org
MISSOURI
The Missouri History Museum
St. Louis, Missouri
Originally built as the first national monument to Thomas Jefferson, the Missouri History Museum features exciting exhibitions about St. Louis history including the 1904 World’s Fair. FREE admission. Fee charged for special exhibits. Restaurant, museum shop.
Special exhibitions in 2010-2011 include: an exhibit about the Vatican; Homelands: How Women Made the West; and Treasures of Napoleon.
Lindell and Debaliviere in Forest Park (Mail to P.O. Box 11940)
St. Louis, MO 63112
Phone: 800-916-8212
Contact: Tami Goldman
Email: tgold@mohistory.org
www.mohistory.org
National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial
Kansas City, Missouri
The National World War I Museum is the only American museum solely dedicated to preserving the objects, history and personal experiences of a war whose impact still echoes today. Housing more than 50,000 objects, the Museum uses its world-class collection and interactive technology to tell the war’s story through the eyes of those who lived it. The historic Liberty Memorial Tower offers a spectacular view of Kansas City’s downtown skyline.
100 West 26th Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
Phone: 816-784-1908
Contact: Kate Morton
Email: tours@theworldwar.org
www.theworldwar.org
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
Independence, Missouri
Come experience the rich history of our nation through the unique collection of museums in Independence. Walk in the steps of President Truman's past at the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. Experience life on the trail at the National Frontier Trails Museum. Plus enjoy 20 heritage sites including the Truman Home, Victorian mansions, significant religious sites, and 1850s jail as well as shopping and restuarants. Group discounts and activities provided.
111 East Maple
Independence, MO 64050
Phone: 800-748-7323
Contact: Diane Brockman
Email: dbrockman@indepmo.org
www.VisitIndependence.com
NEW JERSEY
Museum of American Glass Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center
Millville, New Jersey
The Museum of American Glass at Wheaton Arts houses one of the most
comprehensive collections of American glass in the world from the first bottles made in America to celebrated works by Dale Chihuly and other contemporary artists who work in glass. Year-round special exhibits. Daily tours included with admission.
1501 Glasstown Rd.
Millville, NJ 08332-1566
Phone: 800-998-4552
Or 856-825-6800
Contact: Janet Peterson
Email: mail@wheatonarts.org
www.wheatonarts.org
NEW YORK
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
New York, New York
Spanning the length of four city blocks, the new Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum complex is breathtaking at every turn. A dynamic journey through spectacular interactive exhibits and the latest in virtual, multisensory and video-display technology, Intrepid is a unique “must-see” attraction for groups of all ages. With customized itineraries and packages, a variety of performance spaces available, generous group discounts, benefits and new services, our experienced Group Sales team makes every visit you arrange to Intrepid an incredible one.
One Intrepid Square, 12th Avenue and 46th Street, Pier 86
New York, NY 10036
Phone: 646-381-5010
Contact: Group Sales
Email: groupsales@intrepidmuseum.org
www.intrepidmuseum.org
OHIO
National Museum of the United States Air Force
Dayton, Ohio
Join more than one million visitors at the National Museum of the United States Air Force, located in Dayton, Ohio. The world's largest military aviation museum features over 400 aerospace vehicles along with thousands of historical items and powerful sensory exhibits that bring history to life. Free admission and parking.
1100 Spaatz Street
Dayton, OH 45433
Phone: 937-258-1225
Contact: Charlene Wells
Email: nationalmuseum.usaf@wpafb.af.mil
www.nationalmuseum.af.mil
Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal
Cincinnati, Ohio
A nationally recognized institution dedicated to sparking dialogue, insight and inspiration. As one of the top cultural attractions in the Midwest, Cincinnati Museum Center has served as an educational, research and entertainment resource to millions of visitors from around the world. Organizations within Museum Center include the Cincinnati History Museum, Duke Energy Children's Museum, the Museum of Natural History & Science, the Robert D. Lindner Family OMNIMAX® Theater, and the Cincinnati Historical Society Library.
1301 Western Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45203
Phone: 800-733-2077
Contact: Group Sales
Email: groups@cincymuseum.org
www.cincymuseum.org
PENNSYLVANIA
Antique Auto Museum at Hershey, In Association with the Smithsonian Institution
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Cruise through time with antique automobiles, buses and motorcycles in unique scenes and settings! Stroll through eight decades in time while traveling from New York to San Francisco. It’s a trip down memory lane as you recall the cars from your early driving days. Our changing exhibits and events always provide something new to see and do. It’s a year-round destination for groups of all ages! Open daily 9AM – 5PM.
161 Museum Drive
Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: 717-566-7100 ext. 123
Director of Marketing & Operations: Nancy Gates
Email: ngates@aacamuseum.org
www.aacamuseum.org
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Distinguished among American museums, you’ll delight in the treasures the Philadelphia Museum of Art has to share. From a Japanese ceremonial teahouse, a stone temple hall from India, and a stunning arms and armor collection, to the most comprehensive group of works by Duchamp in the world, Van Gogh’s Sunflowers, and dazzling impressionist artwork. Visit the Rodin Museum, the Fairmount Park historic homes and the newly restored Perelman Building.
26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Pkwy
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Phone: 215-684-7863
Group Sales Manager: Shari Stoltz Feldman
Email: gsales@philamuseum.org
www.philamuseum.org
TENNESSEE
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Nashville, Tennessee
The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a dream destination for groups. As the largest popular music museum in the world, we offer groups a chance to see, hear, and experience what it means to be a part of country music seventy years ago or just last week. Ask about our uniquely Nashville roup itineraries, including a private tour of Historic RCA Studio B, songwriting packages and more!
222 Fifth Avenue South
Nashville, TN 37203
Phone: 615-416-2001
Contact: Keith Wright
Email: info@countrymusichalloffame.org
www.CountryMusicHallofFame.org
TEXAS
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston
Houston, Texas
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston ranks among the premier arts destinations in the United States. Bring your group to explore over 60,000 works of art. Plan a picnic in the Lillie and Hugh Roy Cullen Sculpture Garden, or schedule a highlights tour of the MFAH Collections. View famous works by Picasso, Van Gogh and Monet. Let the MFAH Group Sales Department design the perfect visit for your group. Call today! 713.639.7878
1001 Bissonnet
Houston, TX 77005
Phone: 713-639-7878
Group and Events Sales Manager: Paula Hobbie
Email: groupsales@mfah.org
www.mfah.org
WISCONSIN
Milwaukee Public Museum
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bible: Ancient Artifacts, Timeless Treasures brings together archaeological objects and manuscripts to tell a story 2,000 years in the making. Witness actual Dead Sea Scrolls and other early biblical artifacts, explore the archaeological history of the Holy Land during the period the Scrolls were written, and track the discovery of the first Scrolls and the subsequent realization of their extraordinary significance.
800 W. Wells St.
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Phone: 414-223-4676
Or 888-700-9069
www.mpm.edu
The Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum and Gardens
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Imagine yourself "Sopra Mare" (above the sea) in this1923 Italian Renaissance-style villa with an exceptional view of Lake Michigan. The Villa Terrace features exhibits of decorative arts, wrought-iron by Cyril Colnik, and a formal Garden. Available for group tours, private events, and open to the public.
2220 North Terrace Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414-271-3656
Event Manager: Judith Hooks
Email: jhooks@cavtmuseums.org
www.cavtmuseums.org
