It's fun for about 30 minutes, then you look for a red bull. Kids seem to enjoy it for a little as they begin to pretend to know how to play the instruments. Can get a bit annoying depending on the crowd, but make sure to take some of the little family members here from out of town, and it... More

This hidden treat was so interesting and enjoyable. We went with our girls on a field trip and the staff was well organized and friendly. Loved everything about it. More

We were there on a field trip from school. The staff were mostly volunteers. It was very informative, educational and quite fun, I must say. They have lots of very interesting instruments and the docent was very knowledgeable in introduction as well as answering questions. It is very small but well exhibited museum. I gave it a three-star because it... More

Nice review of the path of technology and changes in the music reproduction industry and collection of instruments. Technically a little dated but a fun trip for families with children. More

I was swayed by Tripadvisor reviews to take my four children (ages 6 to 16) to this museum while we were vacationing in the San Diego area. For under $50, our family of 6 enjoyed informative exhibits, interesting sound bites, and hands-on entertainment. The collection was small, but also unique. Where else can you see one of the first manufactured... More

Told the grandsons that we were going to a museum - yuck! After the hour plus there they informed me that it was one of the highlights of our trip to So. California. Both enjoyed seeing the history of music (USA) and the variety of instruments. But in the innovation room they went wild - on the guitars and the... More

My wife and I visited with our 8 year old. It feels weird to have a museum in an office park but inside is interesting. Good collection of musical instrument of last 100 or so years especially guitars. Interactive stations where you can listen to music of last century and try out different instruments. Good choice to spend 1-2 hours. More

This is a wonderful experience for all musical instrument lovers. There are all sorts of instruments you can try out. The displays are arranged chronologically and feature pictures, instruments,and interesting highlights of each era. You can select music fragments at each display. The people manning the museum are knowledgeable and friendly. Even the gift shop is fun to browse or... More

I like small museums. They can cover a single subject without overloading you with info. This is a prime example. Operated by the National Association of MusicManufacturers it gives a quick backgtound of the development of music instrumants in the US. There are numerous examples starting with a chance to hear John Phillip Sousa introduce his part. There are also... More