Exhibits depict Riverside s rich heritage from the DeAnza expeditions of 1774-76 into the twentieth century. Exhibits cover regional and natural history, including Indian artifacts and plants, animals, and minerals found in the deserts and mountains near Riverside. There are also wildlife exhibits, including the bones of a saber-toothed cat. Classes, lectures, field trips, publications, and outreach to the community round out the wide range of services provided. The Museum is located at 3580 Mission Inn Avenue.
Admission is free.
Magnolia Avenue A restored Victorian mansion of the Queen Anne style, Heritage House was built in 1891 for Catherine Bettner, widow of a civil engineer and orange grower. Upon entering, visitors will see the home s beautiful staircase, tile fireplaces, and vintage lighting fixtures. Heritage House is located at 8193 Magnolia Avenue in Riverside. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. This museum, housed in the renovated Kress Building, uses its collections, workshops, films and lectures to explore visual impression and intellectual and social trends.