I grew up in Santa Cruz and learned so much! I just love the surging history. I live out of state now and brought 9 yr old daughter there for a visit and she loved the museum. Unfortunately, major paring issues, we almost didn't get to see this great place. Get there first thing in the morning and stay put. It's sad that after all these years the parking drama continues! But it might just be worth it once your in the museum.
Free museum covers the Santa Cruz surfing scene and history. Located in an old lighthouse on the famous West Cliff Drive. It took us 5 minutes to see the whole thing, it was interesting, but since we were not surfers, it was not really for us. The guy behind the counter was busy talking about waves to another kid so we could not buy the trinket my son wanted, but there are plenty of places to buy trinkets in Santa Cruz so we went on our way. The following Sunday night we were back in the parking lot watching the sun go down and were treated to a group of Fire Dancers who I was told were there each week after dark doing there thing...that was fun!
Small but interseting little museum with great pictures and artifacts from the past. Bought souvenir t-shirt there and they are good quality.
This is Mecca for surfers and those who love to watch. It is filled with the historical items that became surfing: original wetsuits, wooden longboards, great old photos. The location is a surfingshow like no other.
located at Steamer Lane...home to some amazing local surf lore. They change sections each season. Watch the surf just outside the front door!
This is a great little stop during your walk on West Cliff. Interesting facts and history of surfing in the area.
The parking area is small though the views are stunning. Great beach for your dogs to run as well. The museum is tiny but is very interesting.
The museum is located inside Abbot Lighthouse on West Cliff Drive. It's one room filled to the brim with local surfing memories. Old photos, surfboards, wetsuits and other items of interest. Really a great place to stop and see. Plus it's free.
Stopped by during our PCH trip. Great place to learn the history of surfing and get a feel for Santa Cruz in the 20s to 60s. Lots of reading and no hands on exhibits so the little ones might not like it.
Don't let the size fool you. This is a great little museum dedicated to the surfer. Then step outside and watch the surfers. What could be better! Cool t-shirts too!