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Museums

The Civil War, mastodons, minerals, glassware and a Spanish chapel are some of the things you can explore at museums located in Redlands. There are five museums located in Redlands with one more one the way. Be sure to visit them all. Lincoln Shrine The Lincoln Memorial Shrine is the only museum and archives dedicated to the study of Abraham Lincoln and the American Civil War west of the Mississippi River. Its extensive collection of manuscripts, diaries, images and artifacts is maintained by the Special Collections Division of Smiley Library. 125 W Vine StreetView mapte...

Kimberly Crest House and Gardens

Built in 1897, the "castle" is a picturesque French chateau-style historical house museum. In 1963 Kimberly Crest was donated to the people of the City of Redlands by Mary Kimberly-Shirk, daughter of J. Alfred Kimberly (co-founder of the Kimberly-Clark Corporation). Hours of Operation: Thursday, Friday, and Sunday 1:00 to 4:00 pm Tours start at 1 p.m. with the last one at 3:30 p.m. and last approximately 45 minutes.

Morey Mansion

This beautiful Victorian home has been dubbed "America's Favorite Victorian House" and has appeared in countless commercials, television shows, and movies. David Morey arrived in Redlands in 1882 to retire from carpentry and shipbuilding. His wife Sarah fronted the money for the house, and his building expertise is apparent throughout the Queen Anne-style Victorian. Actress Carole Lombard, a relative of Mrs. Helen Kimberly, is reported to have spent time at the Morey house, and one of the rooms is called "The Lombard Room."

Asistencia Mission de San Gabriel

The Asistencia Mission de San Gabriel (or Estancia) is operated by the Redlands Conservancy and is well worth a visit. It was built between 1830 and 1834 by the Franciscan Fathers of Mission San Gabriel, whose enormous land holdings stretched from Pasadena to Redlands. The County of San Bernardino and several other groups have been instrumental in restoring the Asistencia. The restored structures house a wedding chapel, cactus garden, bell tower, wishing well, and a museum with exhibits that depict Native American and early pioneer life.

Historic red brick building with arches and a tower, surrounded by palm trees. The evening light casts a warm glow, creating a serene atmosphere.

A.K. Smiley Public Library

Unique in its architecture, A. K. Smiley Public Library is an official point of historical interest designated by the California Historical Landmarks Advisory Committee, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Still housed in its original building, the facility is noted for its research archives. Constructed in 1898, the library is the culmination of the philanthropy of hotelier Albert K. Smiley, who raised $60,000, much of it borrowed, to purchase the land and fund construction. One of the great philanthropic gifts to the City of Redlands, the Smiley Library is among Cal...

History & Landmarks

Welcome to the Beautiful City of Redlands. A Big Town with a Small Town Feel. Redlands – known in 1900 as “The City of Millionaires” and later as “The City of Beautiful Homes” welcomes you! Founded in 1881 and incorporated in 1888, Redlands is a quintessential “big town” with a “small town” feel. For much of its history Redlands was the “Washington Navel Orange Growing Capital of the World” with the citrus industry as the main focus of its economy. Through the years the economy may have changed, but that special feeling of community in a small town hasn’t. This is cle...

Redlands Tourism

Atmosphere, Dining, and Shopping - Take a Stroll in Redlands! Surrounded by gorgeous mountains, Redlands is located approximately 60 miles northeast of Los Angeles, and 45 miles west of Palm Springs which makes it an easy drive to reach mountains, beaches, and deserts. The city is known for its Victorian and historical architecture, Downtown's Morning Market street faire and farmers' market, orange groves, Lincoln Memorial Shrine, and the Redlands Bowl. Downtown Redlands is the place to do your shopping! Shops with the latest styles in home decor, craft supplies, up-to-the-minute clot...

Digital Tours

Welcome to Redlands' Best Interactive Tour Maps web page. Here you’ll discover some fun and interesting facts about Redlands and its unique venues and attractions. So grab your smartphone, bookmark a tour from the selections below, grab a friend and stop by for a visit. Each digital tour is mobile friendly and comes complete with an interactive map that will lead you from one great experience to the next! Information on Walking Tours can be found here.