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9 Marin Museums for Culture & Fun

If you've explored every nook and cranny of the Cal Academy and traveled to Mars and back at the Lawrence Hall of Science, it's time to hop across the Golden Gate for a North Bay museum adventure.

By Erin Lem September 27, 2014

If you’ve explored every nook and cranny of the Cal Academy and traveled to Mars and back at the Lawrence Hall of Science, it’s time to hop across the Golden Gate for a North Bay museum adventure. From a family-favorite museum under the Bridge to contemporary art hubs off the beaten path, Marin is full of culture and imaginative play. Flip through the gallery for nine great Marin museums to visit now.

The Marine Mammal Center, Sausalito

Meet your first sea otter at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito. The rescue and rehab center houses sea creatures from elephant seals and sea otters to sea lions, and you’ll even get to peek into the Center’s hospital facilities and fish kitchen. Join a docent-led tour on Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays or, opt to explore the center on your own. Admission is totally free and the Center even hosts school trips and special overnight stays for families.

2000 Bunker Rd.
Fort Cronkhite
Sausalito, Ca
415-289-7330
Online: marinemammalcenter.org

photo: Marin Mammal Center | Deirdre Denmon

What Marin museum is your favorite? Tell us in the Comments below!

— Erin Lem

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