The best museums in Pomona in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Pomona, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Pomona? These are the best ones:

  1. RailGiants Train Museum1

    RailGiants Train Museum

     Pomona, CA
    The RailGiants Train Museum is a unique destination for train enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Located at the Fairplex in Pomona, California, this museum is home to a collection of historic trains. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history of rail travel in the United States, with the museum providing a fascinating insight into the evolution of locomotives and the role they played in the country's development.
  2. Adobe de Palomares2

    Adobe de Palomares

     Pomona, CA
    The Ygnacio Palomares Adobe, also known as Adobe de Palomares, is a historic site located in Pomona, California. This one-story adobe brick structure was built between 1850 and 1855, serving as a residence for Don Ygnacio Palomares. The Adobe de Palomares offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the architectural style and living conditions of the mid-19th century.
  3. La Casa Primera De Rancho San Jose3

    La Casa Primera De Rancho San Jose

     Pomona, CA
    La Casa Primera de Rancho San Jose, located in Pomona, California, is a historic adobe structure that was built in 1837. It holds the distinction of being the oldest home in the Pomona Valley and within the old Rancho San Jose land grant. This makes it a significant site for those interested in the history of the region.
  4. NHRA Museum4

    NHRA Museum

     Pomona, CA
    The Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum is a unique destination for fans of hot-rodding and motorsports. Located on the edge of the Los Angeles County Fairplex, the museum houses an extensive collection of memorabilia, automobiles, and motorcycles related to the sport. Visitors can explore the rich history of hot-rodding, from its early days to the present, through the museum's exhibits.
  5. American Museum of Ceramic Art5

    American Museum of Ceramic Art

     Pomona, CA
    The American Museum of Ceramic Art, also known as AMOCA, is situated in Pomona, California. Established in 2003, this nonprofit organization is dedicated to the exhibition of both historic and contemporary ceramic art. The museum boasts a permanent collection of 10,000 objects and also hosts temporary rotating exhibitions, providing a comprehensive view of the ceramic art world.

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