Our Galleries:
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The Museum of History and Art contains four separate Museum galleries, each focused on a particular aspect of Coronado's unique past. From it's early beginnings as a home to the La Jollan and Dieguito Native Americans to the luxury resort of today, you will find intriguing exhibits that capture the core of Coronado's history, highlighted by the Museum's fantastic collection of art, architectural elements, textiles, ephemera, and other memorabilia dating from before the turn-of-the-century. |
The United States government gained control of North Island in 1893 and Coronado's demographics were forever changed. The Museum's Naval collection contains programs, correspondence, brochures, newsletters, USO records from the 1940s, uniforms, ephemera, and photographs. One of the earliest uses of North Island was for aviation experiments. Gallery Two provides a glimpse at the colorful history of the United States Navy and its role in the development of Coronado
 The United States government gained control of North Island in 1893 and Coronado's demographics were forever changed. The Museum's Naval collection contains programs, correspondence, brochures, newsletters, USO records from the 1940s, uniforms, ephemera, and photographs. One of the earliest uses of North Island was for aviation experiments. Gallery Two provides a glimpse at the colorful history of the United States Navy and its role in the development of Coronado.
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Gallery three hosts traveling and special exhibitions. these exhibits change quarterly. be sure to check out our current exhibit. |
 The Hotel del Coronado is the most recognizable structure in Coronado and the peninsula's history is closely intertwined with this national landmark. Tent City, which operated from 1900 to 1939 at the foot of the Hotel del Coronado, was a popular summer vacation resort for families from around the nation. The original objects used at the Hotel del Coronado, as well as dozens of photographs, are all part of the collection on view. Tent City documents include correspondence, "Tent City News," photographs, programs, brochures, and postcards, all of which give the visitor a glimpse into Coronado's charming and enchanting past.
 The Lecture Hall, managed by Tent City Restaurant, serves as a multi-purpose venue for the Museum and provides a much-needed room for a variety of events. This beautiful room can accommodate 75 people seated, 60 for a sit-down luncheon, or 125 for an exhibition opening evening reception. Additionally, this lovely space looking out onto Park Place is available for Museum patrons as well as the public for their own private affairs. For more information about renting the lecture hall, contact Tent City Restaurant at 619.435.4611.
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