1n 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. After Collins left the area around 1914, a Balboa Island resident Joe Fergusun paid Watts to continue the service for […]
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.
Joseph Allen Beek was the longest serving secretary of the Senate in California history, 1919-1968. Joe Beeked was born in Maine and established residency in California in 1907. Beek was perhaps best known for his role in developing Balboa Island.
The New 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 10am to 5pm.
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!
Ask about our Scavenger Hunt!
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
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