San Diego Archaeological Center

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16666 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Escondido, CA 92027

The San Diego Archaeological Center, located in Escondido, CA, is a nonprofit museum, education, and research facility dedicated to showcasing the rich history of San Diego County over the past 12,000 years. Founded in 1993, it was the first private nonprofit organization focused on the care, management, and utilization of archaeological collections.

Visitors to the Center can explore exhibits, participate in educational programs, and engage in research activities to learn about the diverse cultural heritage of the region. With a mission to promote understanding and appreciation of archaeology, the Center offers a range of events and activities for all ages to enjoy.

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Dulce R.
9/19/2021

This place is cool, amazing and informative. 9/18/12 was free museum day and by the time we arrived 30min after opening they had already had several patrons visit... there was a few still walking...

Steve P.
4/20/2025

Fun place for a quick drop-in. The host was very nice and the grounds peaceful. If you find yourself heading east past the Wild Animal Park, stop off if they are open! It's free. Or give a few...

Peggy H.
1/13/2024

There is much to learn at the Archaeological Center. We visited on January 10th and had the museum to ourselves. The young woman who greeted us was friendly and helpful during our visit....

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Bonnie G.
9/22/2015

This is completely tucked away off the main road....and truly a hidden gem. I had a coupon for 'free family admission' so we decided to check it out. Something different for the kids... It's...

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Gordon V.
3/28/2018

Very informative facility. Small. Walked in and did not see a single employee. No greeting or welcome. There is a kids interactive area, unsupervised. The history artifacts are very interesting....

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