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Santa Monica, California
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The museum was originally the Santa Monica Public Library, built in 1904 with a grant from Andrew Carnegie.
The museum appeared in an episode of the popular series 'The O.C.', showcasing its historical charm.
The museum boasts a collection dedicated to the legendary actress Shirley Temple, who lived in Santa Monica.
The museum celebrates Santa Monica's surf culture with vintage boards and memorabilia from the early 20th century.
A time capsule was buried in 1989 to commemorate the city's centennial, set to be opened in 2089.
