Old Schoolhouse Museum
Old Schoolhouse Museum
4.5
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Twentynine Palms Historical Society owns and operates the Old Schoolhouse Museum. Housed in the oldest public building in the area, it provides visitors a chance to experience a 1920s-era schoolroom, view artifacts and exhibits pertaining to the history of Twentynine Palms and surrounding desert, browse and purchase local books, gifts, and more.
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Adventure Hermit (Joe)
Aurora, CO290 contributions
Oct 2020
Didn't get a chance to visit inside — but we enjoyed viewing the outside art installations. Everywhere around the schoolhouse and the nearby 29 Palms Inn is filled with creativity. I look forward to a future visit when we can go inside.
Written October 20, 2020
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rebs87
Northampton, MA65 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
More than the schoolhouse, also has some interesting history of the area. Would recommend for anyone who likes visiting historical buildings and learning more about how the town came to be what it is today. I would say this is a hidden gem in the area!
Free, donations encouraged.
Free, donations encouraged.
Written March 19, 2024
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TiffMateas
Orange County, CA271 contributions
Apr 2015 • Solo
The location was closed upon my arrival, but even the information found among the exterior exhibits quenched my thirst for knowledge about this area's most recent developmental pioneers. I loved the mini-garage built around an early shuttle service automobile used to ferry passengers and primarily goods such as groceries to and from neighboring areas. Wanting to know even more, I will be back another time to explore the rest of the stories found inside beyond the various farm implementation and landscaping outside.
Written May 2, 2015
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Piedmont, CA87 contributions
Feb 2013 • Couples
For the price of a donation (whatever you want to give), you can view an impressive collection of area artifacts and pictures, and learn more about local history. The original schoolroom is intact, and there is also a good gift shop on site. It's well worth a visit if you're in town and have a bit of extra time.
Written March 8, 2013
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Dana V
Murrieta, CA97 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
It's a good place to stop and get a feeling for the history of the area. The docent there seemed to enjoy talking to people as they came in. If you are in the area, it's worth stopping by.
Written April 24, 2015
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CaliforniaTraveler19
Los Angeles, California159 contributions
Mar 2015 • Couples
It was fun listening to the docents tell their stories. I didn't know this museum was even in Twentynine Palms, until we got bored at the hotel waiting for the room to be cleaned, and decided to drive around and found it.
Written March 26, 2015
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Jim L
Pahrump, NV14 contributions
Oct 2014 • Solo
This is a must see while in Twentynine Palms, great history of the area mining and some interesting art work. Very close to the 29 Palms Inn - which is great for lunch and they share activities with the museum.
Written November 16, 2014
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JJ4444
encino , ca18 contributions
Oct 2019
NOT TO INTERESTING , OK TO PASS ON EXPERIENCE, unless your in the teaching field , you may find it interesting ??? Old timers may also enjoy the old school house .
Written November 3, 2019
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Karen W
Palo Alto, CA172 contributions
Oct 2019
The mining implements were interesting, as were the household items. I picked up some nice earrings in the gift shop.
Written October 28, 2019
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Brendan W
Sydney, Australia25 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
I loved my visit here!
While I wouldn't say this is a must-see attraction, if you are in the Twentynine Palms and want to learn more about the area, this is a great place to visit! A great insight into the early days of this town and the homesteaders. It let me understand the story behind the many shacks and cabins that populate the landscape outside of town.
Also, the two ladies that were volunteering there were very helpful and friendly. I had a great chat with them and made me think very highly of the people that live in this community.
I bought a mug as a souvenir and whenever I use it I warmly remember Twentynine Palms. :)
While I wouldn't say this is a must-see attraction, if you are in the Twentynine Palms and want to learn more about the area, this is a great place to visit! A great insight into the early days of this town and the homesteaders. It let me understand the story behind the many shacks and cabins that populate the landscape outside of town.
Also, the two ladies that were volunteering there were very helpful and friendly. I had a great chat with them and made me think very highly of the people that live in this community.
I bought a mug as a souvenir and whenever I use it I warmly remember Twentynine Palms. :)
Written April 21, 2018
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