Advance notice is necessary for group tours. Closed the month of August. The following information was contributed by the Whittier Historical Society . The Whittier Museum is owned and operated by the Whittier Historical Society . The museum features life in early Whittier, Pico Rivera, Gallery and Special Exhibits.
Docents conduct tours of the museum for weekend visitors as well as special tours for local schools.
The McFarland and the Wardman Galleries feature the museum's permanent exhibits of life in early Whittier, and showcase smaller exhibits of special interest that change periodically. The Donald Ball Archives Room is available to scholars and Society members. Docents assist researchers in accessing the library and the historic newspapers and photograph collections. By Appointment Only. Children's Discovery Area offers hands-on experiences for young visitors.