Society & Culture

Museums

The African American Firefighter Museum - Dedicated to collecting, conserving and sharing the heritage of African American firefighters. Information on education programs, organizations, museum history, and links to resources. Located in Los Angeles.

Alameda Museum - Local history of the island.

Antique Gas and Steam Engine Museum - Depicts life in the early 1900's through exhibits, ongoing restoration projects, and live demonstrations. Events, shows, services, and projects.

California Route 66 Museum - Displays a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to the history of the highway and its communities in Victorville.

Capitola Historical Museum - A collection of photographs and artifacts related to the city's history, and offers changing exhibits on the history and art of the area.

Catalina Island Museum - The history of the island through exhibits.

The Clarke Historical Museum - Displays include furniture, glassware, clothing, and other items from the Victorian period.

Colman Museum - Features artifacts from the local community. Provides an overview, details of the exhibits, hours, memberships, a list of documents, and location in Chico, California.

The Conservation Corps State Museum - The history of the youth corps movement of the 20th century.

East Contra Costa Historical Society and Museum - Displays of memorabilia, documents, and photos from the rich history in this area.

El Dorado County Historical Museum - Local history of area through displays and artifacts.

Folsom History Museum - A collection of artifacts and treasures that chronicle the settlement and development of the area.

Hattie Weber Museum of Davis - Exhibits depicting local history of the city and area.

Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society - The history of the city and area through exhibits.

Hemet Museum - Local history in a freight house of Hemet's Historic Santa Fe Depot that includes, FAQ, photo gallery, related books and upcoming events.

Historical Glass Museum - Six rooms of approximately 6,000 examples of American glass from the mid-1800s to contemporary manufacturers of fine glassware and art glass in Redlands.

The History Museum of Los Gatos - Collection of items within the remains of Forbes Mill (built in 1854).

Kern County Museum - Features 56 historic exhibits, many in relocated structures, including temporary exhibitions and special events.

The Kern Valley Museum - Artifacts and memorabilia depicting the history of the area.

Museum of Local History - Tells the story of pioneers who settled in Washington Township from the 1840's to World War II. Includes details of exhibits, hours of operation, membership details and directions. Located in Fremont.

Museum of San Diego History - Offers exhibitions from the Society's collections as well as from national and international traveling shows, and includes public lectures, workshops, and educational programs.

Pasadena Museum of History - Devoted to local history and culture, and includes exhibitions, events, educational programs, and visitor information.

Paso Robles Pioneer Museum - Displays filled with placards and signs explaining the historic pieces and their place in history.

R. C. Baker Memorial Museum - Local history of the Coalinga area.

Ridge Route Communities Historical Society and Museum - Local history of the area through displays.

Riverside Metropolitan Museum - Features anthropology, history, natural history, and educational displays. Includes details of collection, calendar of events, staff directory and contact information.

The San Dieguito Heritage Museum - Collection of artifacts and photos that document the history of the region from the original tribes, to the Ranchero period until California became part of the United States in 1850, and through the period when settlers and homesteaders arrived in the region from the Midwest.

San Francisco Museum and Historical Society - The history of the city and its area through exhibitions, programs, and special events.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History - Provides information about the facility, including hours of operation and offers photos of exhibits. Also features information on classes and workshops, and a calendar of events.

Saratoga Historical Foundation - History, photo gallery, and forum located at Saratoga.

The Sharpsteen Museum - The history of the upper Napa Valley from its pre-history to post World War I with an emphasis on people and changes brought by the period of U.S. emigration and development.

Union City Historical Museum - Contains artifacts, documents, and historical books. Includes virtual museum, newsletters and directions.

Vacaville Museum - Offers exhibits on local history of the city and area.

Whittier Museum - History of the city and area through exhibits.

Issues

Alliance for Stem Cell Research (ASCR) - Organization formed to advance the field of stem cell research and regenerative medicine, and to educate the public about its potential and progress. Site includes list of member organizations, past and future forums, donation, and contact information.

California Abortion and Reproductive Rights Action League - Organization promoting reproductive choices. Includes state legislation news, voters guides, newsletter and online contributions.

California Community Technology Policy Group - Advocates for community technology programs in California.

California Institute for Rural Studies - Does research into sustainable agriculture, farmworker safety, and immigrant welfare.

California Reinvestment Committee - Coalition of over 200 organizations that advocates increased access to credit on behalf of California's low-income communities.

Californians Against Assisted Suicide - Opposing legislation that would legalize physician-assisted suicide.

Californians Against Waste - Background and history of this organization, recycling and composting information, news releases and related legislation.

Californians for GE-Free Agriculture - Provides education and resources in support of the rights of farmers and communities to evaluate and address the environmental, human health, and economic risks of genetic engineering in agriculture.

Californians for Population Stabilization - Promotes policies and programs designed to stabilize the population at a level to preserve a good quality of life for all Californians. Covers issues, news and how to join.

Community Technology Foundation of California - Grantmaking institution dedicated to collaborative efforts towards bridging the "digital divide" to all Californians. Background, projects, resources and grant information.

Partnership for Immigrant Leadership and Action - Provides training programs and get out the vote efforts for immigrants.

PreventViolence.org - "California spends six times more to incarcerate a youth than it does to educate one."

TURN: The Utilities Reform Network - Consumer advocacy organization that represents the small customers of California's utilities. TURN - The Utilities Reform Network - is the only independent, statewide, consumer utility watchdog group in California.

We the People - Membership organization dedicated to political reform and social justice, through study, citizen action and local organizing.