Museum of History and Art

There are several museums in San Diego, California including the Museum of History and Art in Coronado. Visitors can find the museum at 1100 Orange Avenue. They are open Monday through Friday 9 to 5 and Saturday through Sunday 10 to 5. The museum has several important exhibits linking Coronado's past with its present. The military role of the island, development of the island, and the history of Hotel del Coronado is all discussed at the museum. There is a special exhibit gallery which changes with each quarter in the year, offering local residents something new to see with their membership.

The Coronado Visitor Center is located in the lobby. It is open seven days a week. They offer maps, brochures, discount tickets, and event information. They also have docents that offer walking tours of Coronado and the hotel. Reservations for these tours are required. The museum is run by the Coronado Historical Association. Other museums in San Diego include Tahiti Felix's Master Tattoo and Museum, Balboa Park Museum of Man, the San Diego History Center, Chinese Historical Museum, and San Diego Museum of Art. Each one of these museums can be toured along with the Coronado location.