Catalina Island Museum

EXHIBITS

The Day the Island was Saved

Student Exhibit

Now - August 27

Catalina's Flying Fish

Now - January 2009

The Birth of Sportfishing

July 4 - January 4, 2009

A Grateful Island: The Fire of May 2007

July 4 - January 4, 2009

World War II Retrospective

July 4 - January 4, 2009

CURRENT EXHIBITS

Our exhibits make our history come alive! Learn about the steamships that serviced the island for 100 years. See our colorful collection of Catalina pottery and tile. Touch buffalo fur. Learn how Hollywood used Catalina Island as a “backlot” for hundreds of movies. Enjoy beautiful oil paintings of Avalon Bay and the interior.

PERMANENT EXHIBITS
   ~ Catalina’s First Inhabitants: The Gabrielinos
     ~ The Evolution of a Resort Community
     ~ Reeling in a New Sport: Sportfishing on Catalina Island
     ~ Island Ranching
     ~ Catalina’s Steamers: In All the World No Trip Like This!
     ~ The Ning Po: A Chinese Junk in Catalina Waters
     ~ The Casino
     ~ Hollywood on Catalina

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SPECIAL EXHIBITS

July 4, 2008 - January 2009

~ The Birth of Sportfishing
Don't miss this special show on the birth of sportfishing and Catalina's vital role in that. Sponsored by the world famous Tuna Club. Featuring historic photos, video and interactive activities for kids. Special thanks to Afishinado Fishing Charters, High Tide Traders and Steve's Steakhouse for donations and services for our Members Only opening reception.

Now - August 30, 2008

The Day the Island Was Saved

created by Avalon Schools Island Scholars

The Fire of May 2007 was a memorable experience for all of us on Catalina Island and all who love her. Learn how a group of students experienced the dramatic events of that day and night from a 6th-graders perspective. Sponsored by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

Just Opened!

~ Signs of the Times

Thanks to donor Marsha Paull the Museum now has a large collection of business signs. Visitors can now enjoy a sampling of them in the galleries. Avalon Hospital, Catalina Express, Santa Catalina Island Company are just a few of the businesses represented. Enjoy a trip down memory lane!

Not on Catalina? Check out our
ONLINE EXHIBITS
Visit the virtual museum exhibits hosted at www.ecatalina.com.
     ~ The Evolution of a Resort Community: How did Avalon come to be?
     ~ Catalina Pottery and Tile, 1927 - 1947: Examine the history of this
colorful ware.
     ~ The Casino: Learn the story behind Avalon's beloved landmark building.
     ~ The Chicago Cubs Spring Training: The story of Catalina & the Cubs
     ~ Filming Catalina: Hollywood's Exotic Back Lot
     ~ Seaplanes of Catalina: Discover these amazing aircraft!
     ~ World War II on Catalina Island: From resort community to military station.

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