Discover Balboa Island's Rich History

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Open: Daily 10-5

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Exhibits

Historical photograph of the Balboa Ferry in 1921, showing an early 20th-century ferryboat

BALBOA ISLAND FERRY

In 1910, W.S. Collins received the first city contract to run a ferry from Balboa to his new development, Balboa Island. His boat man was a loud, loveable man by the name of John Watts.

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JOHN WAYNE

In Hollywood, he was a movie star, an Academy Award winner and a figure larger than life. In Newport Beach, he was a friend, a neighbor, a club member, a boater, a bridge player, a fisherman and first and foremost a father.

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THE BEEKS

Joseph Allen Beek was the longest serving secretary of the Senate in California history, 1919-1968. Joe Beek was born in Maine and established residency in California in 1907.

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Great information, lovely books & friendly volunteers! We will visit again :) Thanks for sharing Balboa with us.

Azi & Ali E.

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Plan Your Visit

The Balboa Island Museum pays homage to the island so many of us know, love and call home – and a place that continues to capture the imaginations and hearts of visitors the world over.

Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00PM

Closed: New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, 4th of July

Admission: Free general admission on all days. We gladly accept cash donations!

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Parking: Two hour parking is available on Marine Ave. You can park in the surrounding neighborhood for an extended day.

Location: 210 B Marine Ave. Balboa Island, CA 92662

Contact: 949.675.3952 or info@balboaislandmuseum.org