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WELCOME TO THE
BUENA VISTA MUSEUM
WELCOME TO THE
BUENA VISTA MUSEUM
Anatomy, Astronomy, Archeology, Anthropology, Biology, Geology and Paleontology Right in the heart of downtown Bakersfield!
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Featured Events
- Apr 27, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMLast Saturday of each month (April-August)! Come and learn about science with hands-on science demonstrations from our very own community science groups, organizations and vendors. Regular admission price also includes access to the entire museum including the Oh-Zone Discovery Area!
- May 18, 2024, 1:30 PMJoin local geologist Tim Elam as he takes you on a rich photographic tour of the history and location of borax mining in Kern County and California. He will highlight quirky facts, such as the fact that 20 mule teams never had 20 mules, or that borax in the 19th Century was known as “white gold.”
- May 25, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMLast Saturday of each month (April-August)! Come and learn about science with hands-on science demonstrations from our very own community science groups, organizations and vendors. Regular admission price also includes access to the entire museum including the Oh-Zone Discovery Area!
Become a Member
BVM members are kind of a big deal!
Members help support the mission of BVM to educate, engage, and inspire our community to explore the wonders of science through enrichment activities, exhibits, and special programs.
Unlimited free regular admission to the museum for one year
Free admission to local reciprocal museums and over 600 ASTC museums worldwide!
Free admission to "Just for Kids" educational programs and monthly science talks
Discounts on other museum events and in the museum store
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Special Thanks to our Generous Sponsors!
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