The best arts & culture spots in Bakersfield

6 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Arts & Culture

Hands-on exhibits & artifacts exploring earth sciences such as geology, archaeology & paleontology.

2018 Chester Ave

“Hands-on exhibits & artifacts exploring earth sciences such as geology, archaeology & paleontology.”

Arts & Culture

Dozens of artifacts & displays chronicling the area's Native American, frontier & oil history.

Kern County Chamber of Commerce Building, 3801 Chester Ave

“Dozens of artifacts & displays chronicling the area's Native American, frontier & oil history.”

Arts & Culture

Longtime art museum offering exhibits by Californian artists, education programs & kids' classes.

1930 R St

“Longtime art museum offering exhibits by Californian artists, education programs & kids' classes.”

Arts & Culture

Donation-based local theater showing new & classic plays, as well as art exhibits.

5417 Woodmere Dr

“Donation-based local theater showing new & classic plays, as well as art exhibits.”

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Arts & Culture

Old-timey theater featuring family-friendly melodramas & musicals, plus American food, beer & wine.

12748 Jomani Dr

“Old-timey theater featuring family-friendly melodramas & musicals, plus American food, beer & wine.”

Arts & Culture

Restored, ornate theater first opened in 1930 hosting comedians, musicians, dancers & other acts.

2001 H St

“Restored, ornate theater first opened in 1930 hosting comedians, musicians, dancers & other acts.”