Monrovia Historical Museum

Have you visited the Museum lately?

Whether you’re an old-time Monrovian or a new transplant, an Angeleno or an out-of-towner visiting the area, you will be pleasantly surprised at the variety of our exhibits and the depth of our stories. Come see us! We are open Thursdays and Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00pm.

In addition to our new Diversity Exhibit, unveiled during our well attended 30th Anniversary event last November, we also have a brand-new exhibit on “Lost Businesses of Monrovia.” We are also currently featuring a rotating exhibit by local artists in partnership with MAFA (Monrovia Association of Fine Arts). This month’s featured artist is Eric Watkins. His pencil: pen and ink illustrations of vintage cars are now on display in our west wing, framed and for sale!

Lastly, thanks to the City of Monrovia Public Works for the recent exterior repairs and repaint! The Museum is looking good!

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Overview

Front view of Monrovia Historical Museum, Monrovia, California

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The Monrovia Historical Museum occupies the building that once housed the city's Municipal Swimming Pool, known as the "Plunge." The former dressing rooms now comprise our two exhibit wings, covering more than 8000 square feet.

The Historic Monrovia Wing introduces the Monroe Family and the town they helped establish, including the famous Pottenger Sanatorium and the Pacific Electric Red Car. Exhibits in this wing depict life in Monrovia in the early 1900s, including faithful reconstructions of a turn-of-the-century kitchen and parlor, a 1907 classroom tribute to Monrovia's early grade schools, and an interactive police department exhibit.

The Historic Collections Wing includes a Natural History section showcasing unusual creatures and oddities seldom seen in public displays. This wing also includes our special collections of vintage telephones and cameras, an exhibit dedicated to Monrovia's service men and women, and much more.
Docent-led tours are available.

The Monrovia Historical Museum Foundation acknowledges that we are on the traditional land of the Kizh-Gabrieleño People.