The Planes of Fame Air Museum started in 1957 as a project by Edward Maloney, who was an avid collector of WWII aircraft. Ever since his idea, the museum has been collecting historic flying machines, some of which are the only remaining ones of their kind. The museum also features the largest collection of Japanese aircraft in the world and since it's a living history museum, some of these can still fly, so make sure to catch the air shows to see history in action.
The Ontario Museum of History and Art aims to expand the community's knowledge of local culture through educational programs, exhibits and special events. The museum exhibits in detail, the life and people of the Inland Empire and the docents organize various outreach programs and field trips throughout the year. One of the highlights during Autumn is the Dia de los Muertos festival, when local artists showcase the macabre through painting, sculpture and crafts. Every year the event draws in thousands over the Halloween season.
This small winery with its original location in Los Angeles has been a pioneer in the history of Southern California wine production. After leaving his native Lombardy in 1910, the Riboli family patriarch, Stefano, arrived in New York only to travel across the U.S. to sunny L.A. The business started out in 1917, when Stefano and his family began raising grapes and subsequently selling wine. The winery survived prohibition by selling 'altar' wine in the Catholic diocese, then the Great Depression and World War II until finally moving the vineyards into Northern California in the 60's. Since then, the Riboli family opened two other shops (this one in Ontario and another in Paso Robles), and some of the brands the family produces include San Simeon, Stella Rosa, Maddalena, and Mariella among many others.
Located in the posh suburb of Chino Hills, English Springs Park is a tranquil little oasis in the middle of town. With a large man-made pond, gazebos, playground, picnic tables, grills, basketball and volleyball courts, there is something for everyone inside the 8.2-acre park. The pond does not allow for fishing, however there are various species of swan, duck and turtles, which make it great for the kids.
This museum is not named after that lovable alien character from the 80's sitcom, but after high school teacher and amateur paleontologist Raymond Alf. He began as a hobbyist in 1936 and with trip-after-trip into the Mojave Desert, Alf garnered a vast collection of fossils. The museum is located on the campus of The Webb Schools, a private high school founded by Thompson Webb and it is the only museum in the U.S. with its location at a prep school. There are two main exhibits, the Hall of Footprints which features some of the most varied fossil 'trackways' in the world and the Hall of Life that expounds upon the Earth's 4.5-billion year history.
Situated just north of Claremont University, California Botanic Garden is a conservatory dedicated to native Californian plants. This 86-acre (35-hectare) green oasis is home to more than 6,000 varieties of native species, some of which include exotic seasonal ones like the Manzanita, Dutchman’s Pipe, Catalina Crossosoma and many more. A stroll through this beautiful garden allows visitors to see squirrels, red-tailed hawks, butterflies and other avian life. The garden is open throughout the year, however, the best time to visit is in the spring of course, when the plants are in full bloom.
The West Coast Theatre is one of the oldest theaters of the city. It's a part of the National Register of Historic Places and is one of the must-visit places in the city.
Built in 1837, La Casa Primera de Rancho San Jose is one of the oldest standing buildings in Pomona Valley. Built in an area of 1.6 acres (0.65 hectares), this was the abode of the Ygnacio Palomares that had 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room, 3 fireplaces, and a pool. It was the first home to built of a thick wall of abode bricks This historic house was declared a National Landmark in 1954 and listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
Huy Fong Foods, Inc will take you on a flavorful ride in their factory. What began as a domestic work of making spices flourished into a well-established business, owned by David Tran. The factory is a producer of appetizing sauces, supplied in many of the Asian restaurants around. They are one of the main producers of chili garlic sauce, Sriracha and Sambal Oelek. Book a tour with them to go a on savory ride, where you can learn how they started up and how their sauces are made. Also, visit their rooster room to collect some interesting souvenirs like t-shirts. If you have some great recipes to share made with their spices, then you get to be a part of their website's recipe section.
Listed on the National Register of Historical Places, Saint Michael's Episcopal Church was build in 1876. In 1955, the church was moved to its present location along West South Street. Today the church remains an important part of the community holding weekly events and services. Be sure to visit the website for services times and more information.
Discover the railroad mode of transport in the 20th Century at the RailGiants Train Museum. Established in the year 1954 this museum is managed by the Railway and Locomotive Historical Society. The collection includes trains like the Union Pacific Caboose, Southern Pacific, Santa Fe Caboose and many more. The museum is housed in a train station that belongs to the Topeka and Santa Fe Railway which is constructed in gingerbread Victorian architecture. The museum displays a number of artifacts related to the railways.
If you cherish an undying love for art or are a thriving artist then Memos Canvas is the place to be. It is a contemporary art gallery that showcases a few remarkable artworks and offers engaging art workshops for groups and individual learners. The paintings are also available for sale. You can learn to paint and turn your hobby into a successful career or full-time job. This modest art gallery is also open for hosting fun art parties, where you can enjoy food, a good company, and learn and explore artworks.