Riverside Heritage House
Riverside, CA96% like it (4.8 / 175 Reviews )
CONTACT
Address: 8193 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92504, United States Map ➦ Get Directions
Phone : +1 (951) 826-5273 Call
OPENING HOURS
Day | Working Hours |
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Monday May 20 | Closed |
Tuesday May 21 | Closed |
Wednesday May 22 | Closed |
Thursday May 23 | Closed |
Friday May 24 | 12:00-15:15 |
Saturday May 25 | 12:00-15:15 |
Sunday May 26 | 12:00-15:15 |
ABOUT
The Riverside Heritage House is a historic Victorian-era house museum located in Riverside, California. Built in 1891, the museum aims to preserve and promote the history of Riverside through educational programs, events, and exhibits. The museum is open for guided tours Wednesday through Sunday and admission fees apply.
Trivia
- 🏛️ The grand Victorian house with Queen Anne-style architecture has been meticulously restored to reflect the time period. Beautiful wooden details, vintage furniture, and décor transport visitors back in time.
- 💯 The three-story house was originally built for Massena Kelley and contains over 6,000 square feet of living space with bedrooms, bathrooms, a parlor, dining room, kitchen, and basement.
- 📜 Exhibits feature artifacts, photographs, documents, and stories that bring Riverside's citrus heritage and cultural history to life.
- 🍊 The rise and fall of the citrus industry which spanned over 100 years had a major impact on Riverside's landscape and economy. The museum highlights this important part of the city's development.
- 🕰️ Knowledgeable docents provide information about the family who lived in the house, period architecture, and life in Riverside at the turn of the 20th century during the tours.
- 🎉 Special events are held throughout the year including Victorian Christmas celebrations, museum fundraisers, lectures, and family activity days. The house is also available to rent for private functions.
- 📷 The well-preserved mansion and grounds offer many scenic photo opportunities. The beautiful details and décor provide a glimpse into the Victorian era.
- 🎓 Educational programs at the museum focus on local history and Victorian life. Resources for students, teachers, and those interested in Riverside's heritage are available.
FAQs
- ✅ Has restrooms
- ❌ Has restaurant
- ✅ Wheelchair-friendly parking
- ✅ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- ✅ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
The address of Riverside Heritage House is:
Riverside Heritage House8193 Magnolia Ave
Riverside, California 92504
P: +19518265273
Open 3 days a week. The days and hours that Riverside Heritage House is open:
Friday : 12:00-15:15Saturday : 12:00-15:15
Sunday : 12:00-15:15
No, it is closed since Sunday, 15:15. This place will re-open at Friday 12:00.
Visit Website: www.riversideca.gov
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