The Red Car Museum
Introduction
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The Red Car Museum is inside a former 1925 Pacific Electric Right of Way car that is located right next to the Mary Wilson Library. The car was a repair vehicle to help fix the company's cars on the 40 mile Newport-Los Angeles line. The museum features various items on display that help tell Seal Beach's history.
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A frontal view of the Red Car Museum, before entering.
Backstory and Context
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A video about the Red Car's operations between 1904 and the 1950s is also shown. Railroad-related memorabilia, including signs and tickets are on display. Also on display are photographs depicting Seal Beach's early days, sea shells and even Native American artifacts. A reference library with maps is also included in the museum.
Cite This Entry
M., Ben and Reilly Bodet. "The Red Car Museum." Clio: Your Guide to History. June 29, 2016. Accessed August 11, 2025. https://theclio.com/entry/24035
Sources
"The Red Car Museum." Directory: Things Seal Beach. Accessed April 28, 2016. http://welcometosealbeach.com/visitors-information/the-red-car-museum.