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Whittier Historical Society & Museum
Whittier, California
Description

The Whittier Museum was purchased from the phone company and has been operated by the Whittier Historical Society since 1971. The Whittier Museum serves the community as a vital resource for the collection, interpretation and preservation of the historical heritage of the greater Whittier area. From the __ of Pio Pico to Harriet Strong the city's history is richly portrayed in permanent and rotating exhibits.

Artifact Collections
. A panoramic view of early Whittier and the oil fields which played a big part in the growth & development of the Whittier area in 1891 when the Central Oil Company struck oil.
. You will find a great deal of research information and a
Research Collections
Photo Archive, Textile archive and libraray research available by appointment.
Programs

exhibitions, community heritage projects, lectures, living history program, research, guided tours, outreach to schools, fundraising events

Library

Access: General Public, Students, Scholars, Members

Appointment required: True

Address
6755 Newlin Avenue
Whittier, CA 90601
phone: 562-945-3871
e-mail: info@whittiermuseum.org
home page: www.whittiermuseum.org
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History
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