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Reagan Ranch Center

217 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Type: Museums
Owner description: The Reagan Ranch Center in downtown Santa Barbara, California is open to the general public for tours and visitation Monday through Thursday from... more » Owner description: The Reagan Ranch Center in downtown Santa Barbara, California is open to the general public for tours and visitation Monday through Thursday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. These galleries feature original Reagan Ranch artifacts matched with state-of-the-art, interactive, multimedia exhibits that highlight the history of Ronald Reagan’s quarter-century at Rancho del Cielo and the accomplishments of his presidency.Over six hours of dynamic multimedia exhibits provide access to exclusive speeches, interviews, radio addresses, and original video presentations. The centerpiece of the gallery is a 28-foot-long interactive “timeline” that gives users the ability to explore the “Western White House” during the 1980s. « less
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San Jose, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

If you are a bedwetting liberal, do not go here. You will only be frustrated. If your politics lean to the conservative side, you owe it to yourself to visit. The Center is not a presidential library. It is a center devoted to Ronald Reagan's ranch and his love of the land and horses. Many important events in the Presidency... More

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sunningdale
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

A visit to the Reagan centre is worthwhile particularly if you want to be reminded of the 1980's. The guides are extremely motivated and knowledgeable and the whole tour is interesting

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Bakersfield, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2013

Perhaps my expectations were too high? This attraction was good for a quick visit. I am looking forward to visiting the Reagan library next time I am down that way (Simi Valley).

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Santa Barbara, CA
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Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2013

Regardless of your politics, this museum is a great place for learning more about the Reagan era. It is very interactive, the docents will go into as much, or as little, detail as you are interested in, the quality of every exhibit is top notch. You can spend as much time as you want and walk out satisfied at your... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

Although I have lived in Santa Barbara for 15 years I had never heard of this "attraction" nor had any of my friends been there. How it could rank above the Courthouse, the Mission, the Presidio. the Art Museum, the Botanical Gardens in the Things to Do section of Santa Barbara was a mystery to me. And now I have... More

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Lethbridge, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2013

Very good. Lots of interactive things to do and very helpful people. It gives a better understanding of the man.

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Mission Viejo, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

Know-legible docents. Great layout. The real ranch will never be opened its too remote. Next best thing.

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Manhattan Beach, California
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

Wasn't aware of the Center and saw that it was open and stopped in for a visit. The displays are interesting and historic and we noticed kept even the younger visitor engaged.

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South West Ontario
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14 reviews 14 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

We were passing through Santa Barbara on our way up the coast and visited this place where we had a very enjoyable time. I'd recommend a visit, we're in our late 30's from Canada and not involved in politics and very much enjoyed the visit. The guides were great and were able to give us a condensed tour as we... More

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Santa Barbara, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 9, 2013

I would advise anyone visiting SB to stop by. Even if you are not interested in politics, it is a beautifully done museum that portrays Reagan's life and the Ranch very well. I visited only for about an hour, but plan on going back soon to see more!

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