Fort Bragg is a wonderful coastal town visited for its picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean. Specific points of interest bring in visitors, including Sea Glass Beach. After years of garbage being thrown in by residents, the sea has now worn down the discarded rubbish. The result is the famous beaches gleaming with smooth sea glass. Fort Bragg is a great place if you’re looking for an educational trip, here are the best museums in the town:
1. Sea Glass Museum
After a visit to the glorious glass beach, check out the Sea Glass Museum. This is a great way to learn about the sea glass history and what exactly it is. The museum was first opened in 2009 by retired sea captain, Cass Forrington.
It became so popular due to word of mouth from visitors that the museum doubled in size of 2010. Since becoming one of the ‘Must see’s on the coast the captain has gone on to add another room. The museum is run by sea glass experts who have turned the sea glass into jewelry and exhibit over 150,000 pieces in their beautiful displays for the public along with a local history talk of the area.
Sea Glass Museum
Address: 17801 North Highway One, 95437 Fort Bragg, CA
Website: Sea Glass Museum
2. Triangle Tattoo
A quirky little museum that is popular with tourists, tattoo lovers flock to visit the triangle and tattoo museum. Founded in 1986 by tattooists Mr. G and Madame Chinchilla, it is one of a handful of tattoo museums in the world to dedicate purely to all things tattoos, artifacts and old tattoo tools. Needles are displayed around this small museum yet there is plenty to see and learn. The displays are fittingly situated in one of the town’s original Victorian store fronts and yes, you can get tattooed there if you fancy.
Triangle Tattoo
Address: 356 N Main St B, 95437 Fort Bragg, CA
Website: Triangle tattoo
3. The Guest House
A great place to learn about the history of this small town, come learn the history of the railroad and the large fishing industry. The skunk train is located behind the museum, a great way to look around the area. Over 25 years ago, the state of California declared that the Guest House Museum in downtown Fort Bragg is a point of historical interest.
The Guest House
Address: 343 N Main St, 95437 Fort Bragg, CA
Website: The Guest house
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4. Mendocino Art Center
Mendocino Open Paint Out featured artist Suzi Marquess Long painting in a Spring Ranch barn. Photo by Keith Wyner.
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Mendocino Art Center is considered a major center of culture for the Mendocino Coast, the center showcases all matter of culture including plays, art exhibitions and musical performances showing plays, fine art exhibitions, musical performances and much more from local, regional and international artists. There are also children’s classes and adult art classes as well as open studios, residencies, craft, fine art and more.
Mendocino art center
Address: 45200 Little Lake St, 95460 Mendocino, CA
Website: Mendocino art center
5. Ananse Village
This is a one of a kind experience and for those wishing to bring back a touch of wonder into their home, one needn’t go far to enjoy the richness of the African contribution to our society. Ananse Village has the most wonderful hand selected and Fairtrade produced arts and crafts from Africa. These arts and crafts are all presented to the visitors in a glorious showroom, producing an African shopping experience. Whether it’s beads, textiles, books or music, Ananse Village has it all. It has become somewhat of a hidden treasure and should be visited by all.
Ananse Village
Address: 17800 CA-1, 95437 Fort Bragg, CA
Website: Ananse Village
6. NOYO Center for Marine Science
It is the mission of the Noyo Center for Marine Science to explore our dynamic connection to the ocean. The center places the Mendocino Coast at the forefront of marine research and education and engages citizens and children in the scientific exploration of the natural world. The center also encourages collaboration among scientists, public agencies, and private business to manage natural resources, restores and conserves coastal and marine ecosystems and diversifies economic development for Fort Bragg and Mendocino County.
NOYO center for Marine Science
Address: 155 Cypress St, 95437 Fort Bragg, CA
Website: NOYO center for Marine Science
7. Mendocino Coast Model Railroad
Created with the purpose of a living history museum, it’s a great day out for the whole family. The railroad was created to depict the railroads that served along the Mendocino coast. The layout is built with a model train to educate.
The museum set out to educate and inform the public about all the railroads around the Mendocino Coast. Purchase tickets to the Skunk train and admission to the model railroad is free. Visitors to Fort Bragg choose to ride the Skunk Train to get a historical feel of the logging industry, The train ride is a one hour trip covering over 11 kilometers (7 miles) of scenic railroad.
Mendocino Coast Model Railroad
Address: 150 W Laurel St, 95437 Fort Bragg, CA
Website: Mendocino Coast Model Railroad
8. Glass Fire Gallery
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This gallery was built in 2005 by husband and wife Buster and Trish with a working studio, catering to client’s lighting needs. The gallery opened its home to the public, where visitors can enjoy large displays of blown glass, sea jellies, sculptures and an exhibition of large lighting. Daily demonstrations of the artist’s glass blowing are performed to showcase how beautiful this art form is. You must see the signature jellyfish lamps, popular for the beauty and color. Items are available for purchase and the admission to the museum is free, but a donation is welcomed.
Glass Fire Gallery
Address: 18320 CA-1, 95437 Fort Bragg, CA
Website: Glass Fire Gallery
Get educated and have fun
Fort Bragg proves that museums don’t have to be dull and boring. They all offer a sense of fun and set out to educate the children of the future. Of course, the gorgeous locations of these museums make the day more enjoyable for everyone of all ages.
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