Brea Museum and Heritage Center
Housed in what was once Brea's American Legion Hall, the Brea Museum and Heritage Center displays collections that document the rich history of this city. In addition to the museum's exhibits, the center also contains an archive and reference library. Materials in the collection include cultural artifacts, historic photographs, and manuscripts. Some of these photographs may be viewed online at through the online photo gallery.
Image above: "Untitled." From Brea Museum and Heritage Center.
Image above: "Untitled." From Brea Museum and Heritage Center.
Address: 125 W. Elm Street Brea, CA 92821 Contact: The Brea Historical Society Veta Schlimgen, Ph.D., Museum Director Phone: 714-256-2283 Email: [email protected] Website: www.breamuseum.org Institution Type: Historic Site, Museum, Archive, Reference Library Type of Materials: Cultural Artifacts, Materials & Objects, Photographs, Manuscripts Outreach: Education, Community Gatherings |
Access: Museum is open: Thursdays 2:30pm to 5:00pm Saturdays 10:00am to 3:30pm and by appointment Research Archive: Call for appointment Closed on major holidays. Open to the Public Free Admission Parking: Free parking located behind the building Movements Covered/Time Periods: History of Brea, Oil History in Brea |