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SUMMARY:FULL MUSEUM VIRTUAL TOUR
DESCRIPTION:STREAM NOW- TWO HOUR VIRTUAL TOUR- Petersen Auto Museum\n \nPetersen Auto Museum welcomes you to join us as we do our first ever\, 2+hour Full Museum & Vault Virtual Guided Tour. This tour will walk through almost all of the vehicles in the museum and cover the 5 newest exhibitions including Supercars\, Extreme Conditions\, Reclaimed Rust (the James Hetfield Collection)\, and Redefining Performance (Porsche). \n\nPetersen Auto Museum Virtual Tour includes over 200 makes and models spanning over 120 years \nof automotive history. You will also see the Vault presented by @Hagerty​\, which includes celebrity cars like the @TheSmokingTire​‘s  \nMatt Farah’s Lamborghini\, @Tavarish​‘s Lamborghini\,  \nand Bruce Canepa’s #Porsche​ 959. \n\n  \n  \nVAULT ABSTRACT\nAfter an extensive renovation\, the Vault presented by Hagerty® has more than doubled in size and now features over 250 vehicles from around the world. Discover some of the most iconic and rare cars\, motorcycles\, and trucks spanning over 120 years of automotive history. Visitors get to explore the history of the automobile\, from early legends to stunning modern supercars. Visitors will see turn-of-the-twentieth-century cars\, head-of-state vehicles\, American classics\, the personal rides of Hollywood legends\, award-winning hot rods\, cars that pushed the boundaries of innovation\, and many other surprises. \n  \n\nTimestamps below for each floor.  \n​ Skip to 2nd Floor: 33:45​ (Motorsports\, Motorcycles\, James Hetfield’s Collection\, Offroad & Porsche)  \nSkip to 1st Floor: 1:13:06​ (Science Fiction Cars)  \nSkip to Vault: 1:23:53​ (200+ car collection underground) \n\n\nThe Petersen Automotive Museum is a 501(c)3 charity and exists to educate and build passion around the automobile. While maintaining a global reach\, the Petersen Automotive Museum continually studies the crucial role that Los Angeles\, and California as a whole\, has played in the development of the automobile and its establishment as a cultural artifact. To ensure that the Petersen continues to become the center for automotive thought by presenting mobility’s past\, present\, and future. \n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://www.petersen.org/watch-page\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/petersen-auto-museum-4-2/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:https://www.petersen.org/watch-page
CATEGORIES:Car Shows,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums,Online/ Virtual
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SUMMARY:ArtistWorks- Free Word Class Music Training Online
DESCRIPTION:FREE ONLINE MUSIC CLASSES- free with your library card\nArtistWorks provides world-class instruction for the most popular string and band instruments through self-paced video lessons from professional musicians. \nArtistWorks is dedicated to providing anyone\, anywhere in the world with affordable\, interactive access to some of the greatest music teachers in the world. \nAnd thanks to your local library\,  \nWorld-Class Music Instruction is Now FREE! \nOur mission is to “Teach the World Music.” ArtistWorks’ patented Video Exchange® Learning Platform connects master teachers with enthusiastic players in a unique social online learning environment in which each interaction becomes a learning experience for all. Our goal is to provide the most comprehensive music education destination available online. \n  \n \n  \nAccess free music lessons with your library card! Try ArtistWorks for world-class music instruction from master musicians! From introductory to advanced lessons\, you can learn: \n\nGuitar\nPiano\nPercussion\nHarmonica\nSinging\nBanjo\nUkulele\nFlute\nand more\n\n \n \n \n  \n\nDiscover ArtistWorks in the Libby app\, under Extras! \n \n\nLIBBY APP- Provided FREE by LA libraries\n\nEBOOKS & AUDIO BOOKS\, MAGAZINES & MOVIES FREE\nLibby is an innovative mobile app from OverDrive designed to make borrowing and enjoying e-books and audiobooks from the library easier than ever. Borrow and read ebooks and audiobooks from your local public library for FREE! \n\n\n\nBrowse\, search\, and discover.\nThere are thousands of ebooks and audiobooks\, hand-selected by your library\, available for reading. Explore the collection through catalog guides\, subjects\, featured titles\, and curated lists. It’s a delight to discover new books through Libby. \nFind and borrow a title with just a few taps. You can use Libby in place of\, or in addition to\, the traditional OverDrive app. Libby is available for Android\, iOS and Windows devices. \n  \nGetting Started\n\n \nDon’t have a library card?\nGet an e-card to get access instantly. \nStep 1 – Download the Libby app from your device’s app store.  Or\, use it in your web browser at libbyapp.com \n     \n  \nStep 2 – Open Libby and find the Los Angeles Public Library. \n  \nStep 3 – Browse the library’s collection and borrow a title. When prompted\, sign in with a valid library card and PIN (last 4 digits of your phone number). \nStep 4 – Enjoy! Borrowed titles appear on your Shelf. \n\n\n\n\n\nIs Libby free?\nYes\, Libby is completely free. It’s free to install\, and there are no subscription costs\, no in-app purchases\, and no late fees. All you need a valid library card from your library. \n\n\n\n\nHow do I get a library card?\nSome libraries let you get a library card directly inside Libby\, using your phone number.\nLibraries have varying requirements for library cards. Your best bet is to contact your local library directly (or visit their website) to see what you need to do. \n\n\n\n\nDoes Libby work with my library?\nLibby works with public libraries that use OverDrive. Over 90% of public libraries in North America have OverDrive\, and Libby can be found in 78 countries worldwide. Try searching for your library on overdrive.com \n\n\n\n\nWhat books can I find in Libby?\nFrom the classics to NYT bestsellers\, your library chooses which digital titles they’d like to provide in Libby. This means they can tailor their content directly to your community’s needs. Libby is only for digital titles. It doesn’t include any physical materials from your library. \n\n\n\n  \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://www.lapl.org/artist-works\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/artistworks/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Los Angeles Public Libraries Online\, Los Angeles\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts & Music,Education,Free With You Library Card,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family
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SUMMARY:IAMLA Italian American Museum of Los Angeles
DESCRIPTION:TUESDAY TO SUNDAY  – Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\nThe Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\, or IAMLA\, is located in the historic Italian Hall\, which was constructed in 1908 to serve as a gathering place for the Italian community. Today\, the Italian Hall is the oldest remaining structure from Los Angeles’ Italian enclave and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. \n \nTHE HISTORY\nItalians and Italian Americans have played an instrumental role in the development of Los Angeles as one of the world’s greatest metropolises\, yet the history of Italians in the region is largely unknown. Though Los Angeles is home to the nation’s fifth-largest Italian population today\, and the Italian presence in the American West predates the nation’s founding\, seldom is the city included in dialogs surrounding contemporary or historic Italian American communities. An examination of the region’s Italian roots reveals both the complexity of the Italian Diaspora and the exceptionally diverse fabric of Southern California’s history. \n \nThe Los Angeles Italian experience contrasts with that of Italian immigrants elsewhere in the country and reveals the complexity of the Italian American diaspora. Given the success that Italian Americans have achieved in the United States\, it is easy to forget that they\, like other minority groups\, faced considerable prejudice and hostility in their struggle to achieve the American Dream. In the American South\, Italians were a common target of lynchings and racially-motivated violence. In the early 20th century\, eugenicists described Italians as genetically inferior\, while political cartoons of the era depicted Italians as threats to American security and racial purity. \nTHE MISSION\nThe mission of the Italian American Museum of Los Angeles is to foster a deeper understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research\, historic preservation\, exhibitions\, and educational programs that examine the history and continuing contributions of Italian Americans in multi-ethnic Los Angeles and the United States. \nThe IAMLA is a charity that depends on donations to accomplish its specific mission. As such\, the IAMLA does entertain requests for financial support to fund other organizations\, charitable or otherwise\, nor does it provide financial resources to artists\, scholars\, filmmakers\, etc. The IAMLA does not fund exhibitions or theatrical or cinematic productions\, nor is the museum rented for such projects. \n\nHours\nMonday: Closed\nTuesday – Sunday: 10:00am – 3:00pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.iamla.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/iamla-italian-american-museum-of-los-angeles-2/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Italian American Museum of Los Angeles\, 644 N Main St\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Western Museum of Flight
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12- Torrance\nThe Western Museum of Flight is a non-profit\, educational institution dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California’s aviation heritage. The Air Museum’s educational programs give children an opportunity to see and touch the airplanes that made aviation history. The Air Museum offers an inside look at completed and in-progress aircraft restoration projects. The Western Museum of Flight’s collection includes numerous Warbirds\, aircraft and target drones\, piston and jet aircraft engines\, aircraft components\, aircraft ejection seats\, World War II instruments\, aircrew accessories\, and an extensive model aircraft collection. Please visit us at www.wmof.com. \nWestern Museum of Flight\, is located at historic “Louis Zamperini Field”\, in Torrance. \n \nThe Western Museum of Flight (WMOF)\nis operated by the Southern California Historical Aviation Foundation. It houses not only historic aircraft\, many of which were built in Southern California\, but also has an extensive collection of historic photographs and blueprints. \n  \nThe WMOF is one of two museums that house the only surviving Jack Northrop flying wings. The museum has several other rare aircraft among its collection\, including: \n  \n \nNorth American F-86Sabre Jet \n \nNorthrop YF-17 “Cobra” (Prototype #1) \n \nThe Northrop N-3PB World War II single engine seaplane built in 1940. Twenty four N-3PB’s were built\, this is the only remaining example. \n  \n \nPlus numerous other notable jet- and propeller-drive airplanes. \n  \n \nThe Western Museum of Flight- Aircraft Model Collection \nis quite extensive. The over 300 models include numerous wind tunnel models including the Northrop “Alpha”\, the Northrop A-9A\, Hundreds of plastic scale models are also included in the collection. \nHours\nTuesday – Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-3:00p.m. \n  \nGeneral Admission $5.00\nMembers Free \nChildren under 12 years Free \n\n  \nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nhttps://www.wmof.com/\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/western-museum-of-flight-2-3-2/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Western Museum of Flight\, 3315 Airport Drive\, Torrance\, 90505\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Torrance,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:FREE ADMISSION at Academy Museum
DESCRIPTION:FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 17 – Academy Museum\nCalling all young movie buffs and passionate film enthusiasts! Step into the world of cinematic magic at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles\, where exploration is not just encouraged—it’s FREE! \n \nFor children under 17\, the doors swing wide open to a world of movie marvels\, inviting young minds to embark on an exciting journey through the history and artistry of filmmaking without any entry fee. It’s an opportunity to ignite curiosity\, inspire creativity\, and pave the way for future storytellers. \nBut that’s not all! Museum Members\, Academy Members\, and California EBT Cardholders\, your ticket to discovery comes at no cost. Whether you’re a film aficionado\, a dedicated member of the Academy\, or someone holding a California EBT card\, your admission is on us! \n \nAt the Academy Museum\, accessibility is our mantra. We believe that everyone\, regardless of financial circumstances\, should have access to the wonders of cinema. So\, come one\, come all\, and immerse yourself in our captivating exhibitions\, engaging programs\, and the rich legacy of the silver screen. \nJoin us in celebrating the art\, history\, and sheer magic of movies at the Academy Museum. It’s not just a museum; it’s an invitation to explore\, learn\, and be inspired by the captivating world of motion pictures—all without spending a dime. Don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder—come and be part of the cinematic adventure today! \n \nMuseum Admission––Purchase Now\n\nAdults $25\nSeniors (age 62+) $19\nStudents (age 18+ with ID) $15\nThe Museum is FREE for Children (age 17-)\, Museum Members\, Academy Members\, and CA EBT cardholders.\n\nFilm Screening Admission—Purchase Now\nusing our full calendar to select screenings or browse the museum’s robust slate of programming. \n\nAdults $10\nSeniors (age 62+) $7\nStudents (18+ with ID)\, Children (17–)\, and matinee price $5\nFurther discounts offered for Museum Members.\n\nGroup Visit Admission––Reserve Now\n\nVisits of 10 people or more are eligible for special group rates\, which are only offered with an advance reservation.\n\nLocation and Parking\n\n\nLocation: 6067 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036 \nParking: See the parking page or below for details on valet\, self-park\, accessible\, and electric vehicle options. Parking structure hours are subject to change. \nValet Drop-Off \n\nRoddenberry Lane\, entrance on Fairfax Ave.\n10am–last event of the day\nValet closes 30 min. after whichever runs latest: museum hours\, Fanny’s hours\, or a special program/event.\n$17 with museum or Fanny’s validation ($21 without validation)\n\nLACMA’s Pritzker Parking Garage \n\n6000 W 6th St.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036\, entrance on 6th St.\n5am–10pm\n$20 ($12 after 8pm entry)\nAccessible spots on P2\, adjacent to elevators\nEV charging stations on P1\n\nPetersen Automotive Museum Garage \n\n744 Fairfax Ave.\, Los Angeles\, CA 90036\, entrance on Fairfax Ave. or 8th St.\n6am–11pm\n$21 (first 15 min. free)\nAccessible spots on P1 only; no garage elevator\nEV charging stations on P1\n\n\n\n\nHOURS\nMonday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm\nTuesday: CLOSED\nWednesday – Sunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nacademymuseum.org/en/\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/free-admission-academy-museum-3/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Academy Museum\, 6067 Wilshire Blvd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90036\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Miracle Mile - Mid-Wilshire,Fun 4 Couples,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Singles,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Movies,Museums
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SUMMARY:Watts Towers Tours
DESCRIPTION:EVERY THURSDAY & FRIDAY- Watts Towers Art Center\nStep Inside a Masterpiece: Unveiling the Secrets of the Watts Towers Towering over the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles\, the Towers are more than just iconic landmarks – they’re a testament to human creativity and resilience. Want to delve deeper into their fascinating history and artistic significance? Join the Watts Towers Tour Guide Program and unlock the secrets hidden within these architectural wonders. \n \nA Guided Journey Through Time and Art at the Watts Towers\nLed by knowledgeable and passionate tour guides\, your 30-minute journey will take you on a captivating exploration. You’ll: \n\nStand under the shadow of the towers: Gain exclusive access to the towers themselves\, usually closed to the public. Marvel at their intricate details and sheer size\, understanding the dedication and vision of their builder\, Simon Rodia.\nUnravel the story of Simon Rodia: Discover the life of this Italian immigrant construction worker who spent 33 years meticulously constructing these towers\, using discarded materials and fueled by pure passion.\nExplore the cultural context: Learn about the vibrant history of the Watts neighborhood and how the towers came to represent a symbol of community pride and artistic expression.\nGain insights into the art and architecture: Understand the unique techniques and artistic influences that shaped the towers’ design\, appreciating their status as a masterpiece of folk art.\n\n \nBeyond the Towers: A Deeper Dive\nYour tour doesn’t end with the towers. You’ll also visit the Watts Towers Arts Center\, where rotating exhibitions showcase contemporary art inspired by the towers and the Watts community. Learn about the ongoing efforts to preserve these iconic structures and ensure their legacy lives on. \nPlan Your Tour:\n\nDays and Times: Tours run on Thursdays and Fridays\, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM (the last tour at 3:00 PM). Lunch break from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM.\nImportant Note: Tours are not available on rainy days.\nFor more information and booking details\, visit the Arts Center website.\n\nSuggested Donation Prices:Adults $7Youth and Seniors $3\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience the magic of the Towers firsthand. Sign up for a tour and embark on a journey that will leave you inspired\, informed\, and deeply connected to this remarkable landmark. \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nculturela.org/event/black-brown-and-beige\n \n  \nFind more
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/watts-towers-tours/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Watts Towers Art Center\, 1727 E 107th St\, Los Angeles\, 90002\, United States
CATEGORIES:-Los Angeles,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Seniors,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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SUMMARY:Los Angeles Maritime Museum
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY – San Pedro\nDiscover the history of the Port of Los Angeles on land or at sea! Welcome to the Los Angeles Maritime Museum where our hardworking harbor tug ANGELS GATE provides educational tours while our historic museum building houses fascinating exhibits\, a research library\, a ham radio station\, and a gift shop. \nOPEN EVERY WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY FROM 12:00 pm TO 5:00 pm\nFREE TO CHILDREN AGES 12 AND UNDER\n\n\n\nBerth 84\, Foot of 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA 90731 \nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum is housed in the former Municipal Ferry Terminal building\, located on the main channel of the Los Angeles Harbor. It was designed in the Streamline Moderne style by architect Derwood Lydell Irvin of the Los Angeles Harbor Department. It was built in 1941 at Berth 84\, by the Works Project Administration (WPA). \nThe ferry between San Pedro and Terminal Island ceased after the Vincent Thomas Bridge was opened to traffic in 1963. The building was then used for offices of the LA Harbor Department. The San Pedro Municipal Ferry Building is now a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. \nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum opened in 1979 as a result of widespread community efforts to save the historic building. It is the largest maritime museum on the West Coast. The museum’s interior renovation was designed by Modernist architect James Pulliam. The museum is operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. \n\nEXHIBITS\nANGELS GATE TUGBOAT\n \nThe tugboat ANGELS GATE arrived at the Museum in 1992\, after almost 50 years of providing general towing services and goodwill tours for the Port of Los Angeles. \nTĀMINARU\n \nIn the early 20th century\, Terminal Island (in the Port of Los Angeles) was home to approximately 3\,000 Japanese-Americans who earned their livelihood from catching and cleaning fish. Residents of this community\, known as “Terminal Islanders” were originally from the Wakayama Prefecture\, Japan\, and retained their language and customs after emigrating to Los Angeles harbor. \nTāminaru is a look back at this lost community. The exhibit is guest curated by author Naomi Hirahara\, organized by Tara Fansler\, and sponsored by the Friends of the Los Angeles Maritime Museum and the Japan Business Association with the assistance of the Terminal Islanders Club. \nPOSEIDON MODEL\n \nThere is a movie star on the second floor! The model of the SS POSEIDON was the original prop in the 1972 classic film “The Poseidon Adventure”. \nFifteen men built the model over a period of three months. POSEIDON is 21 .5 feet long and weighs one ton. The builders relied on the plans of the RMS QUEEN MARY\, now permanently docked as an attraction in Long Beach\, California. \nNAVY HALL\n \nThe Museum building\, built-in 1941\, was originally used as a ferry terminal\, transporting people and automobiles between San Pedro and Terminal Island. The area of the first floor where cars would enter and exit is now used as the Navy Hall. \nANGELS GATE LIGHT\n \nThe Angels Gate Lighthouse (officially known as Los Angeles Harbor Light) has marked the entrance of Los Angeles Harbor through times of war and peace\, and even survived a tidal wave! The tower itself has undergone many changes through the years. The distinctive green flash of the Angels Gate Lighthouse remains a welcoming beacon to professional mariners and recreational boaters alike. \nKIDS EXHIBIT\n \nKids of all ages will discover what’s going on in the harbor today through a series of interactive games and activities in the children’s exhibit. Grab a pair of binoculars and take a close-up look at the nation’s busiest container port! Learn how cranes work\, imagine yourself in a variety of harbor professions\, build your own wharves\, test your knowledge of ships and cargo\, or just settle down and enjoy a nautical story!\nDue to Covid-19-related precautions\, the toys and costumes have been temporarily removed. \nCAUGHT\, CANNED\, AND EATEN\n \nThe Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro) was the fishing capital of the nation for much of the twentieth century. Generations of fishermen sold catches of tuna\, sardines\, mackerel\, and squid to fish markets or canneries on nearby Terminal Island. \nToday\, the fishing fleet is greatly diminished and the canneries have closed\, but the legacy of the fishing and canning industries endures. \nCOMMERCIAL DIVING\n \n  \nThis exhibit is an introduction to just a few of the thousands of jobs performed by commercial divers and fishery divers in the South Bay\, and was the inspiration of the late Torrance R. Parker\, noted commercial diver and author of 20\,000 Jobs Under the Sea. \nSCHOOL TOURS\nThe museum is pleased to offer educational tours throughout the year at no charge. \nThe museum is located on the Main Channel of Los Angeles Harbor. Students will have a front-row opportunity to see the massive container ships in action and learn about international trade\, ship terminology\, sailor’s art\, and the history of the working people who built Los Angeles harbor into the nation’s busiest container port. \nTours are free for grades K-12\, Wednesday –Friday mornings\, and reservations are REQUIRED. The museum is unable to accommodate group tours without a reservation. \nCall the tour hotline at 310-548-2900 and schedule your tour today\, or email info@lamaritimemuseum.org. \nRESEARCH\nThe Los Angeles Maritime Museum Research Library is home to thousands of books\, historic photographs and archival documents waiting for you to discover! \nResearch questions can be directed to info@lamaritimemuseum.org and 310-548-7618 ext. 215. \nPortions of our collection have online finding aids and digital records: \nOnline Archive of California (OAC) \nOnline Digital Collections \n\nSuggested Donation:\nAdults $5\nSeniors (62+) $3\nChildren 12 & under FREE\nHours\nMonday-Tuesday: Closed\nWednesday – Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm \n\nFor additional information\, visit the website @ \nwww.lamaritimemuseum.org\n \n  \nFind more \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.free2funla.com/event/los-angeles-maritime-museum-2-4/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:Los Angeles Maritime Museum\, Berth 84\, Foot of 6th St.\, San Pedro\, CA\, 90731\, United States
CATEGORIES:-San Pedro,Education,Fun 4 Kids,Fun 4 Teens,Fun 4 the Family,Museums
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