California Surf Museum, Oceanside
Facts and practical information
The California Surf Museum is a museum located at 312 Pier View Way in Oceanside, California, dedicated to archiving and displaying surfboards, surf art, memorabilia, surfing equipment, photographs, magazines, videos, and more. The California Surf Museum's permanent time line of surfboards includes wooden boards from the early 1900s to today's modern boards. The museum has rotating exhibits and is visited by an estimated 20,000 people annually. It was founded in 1986 in Encinitas, California and subsequently moved to Pacific Beach before settling in Oceanside in 1991. The current location is a 5,100-square-foot building located in downtown Oceanside close to the pier. The museum hosts a number of events annually including a fundraising gala, three-day Surf Film Festival, "Legends Day", book signings, concerts and more. The California Surf Museum is a 501 non-profit organization. ()
312 Pier View WayDowntown OceansideOceanside 92054-2525
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California Surf Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Junior Seau Pier Amphitheatre, Oceanside City Hall, Oceanside Museum of Art, Mount Ecclesia.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is California Surf Museum open?
- Monday 10 am - 4 pm
- Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 8 pm
- Friday 10 am - 4 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Which popular attractions are close to California Surf Museum?
How to get to California Surf Museum by public transport?
Bus
- 2 • Lines: 395 (5 min walk)
- 3 • Lines: 392 (5 min walk)
Train
- Oceanside (7 min walk)
Light rail
- Oceanside • Lines: 399 (10 min walk)
- Coast Highway • Lines: 399 (31 min walk)
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