The Banning Museum, Wilmington

About The Banning Museum

The Banning Museum in Wilmington preserves local history through its collections and educational programs. Visitors explore exhibits featuring carriages, print archives, textiles, fans, dolls, decorative arts, furniture, and china displayed within the Banning Stagecoach Barn. The museum offers a virtual tour option for remote exploration of these artifacts. The collection includes detailed examples of period transportation and domestic goods that illustrate nineteenth-century life. Guests can view the Banning House, a historic residence that provides insight into domestic living during this era. The museum hosts special events and lectures examining regional history, including programs exploring Civil War-era California. The facility serves history enthusiasts interested in understanding the cultural heritage of the Los Angeles Harbor area.