The best arts & culture spots in San Bernardino County

“Kat's Art Store is a Hesperia-area artist shop with rosaries and prints on demand, plus a nifty Live Preview AR to test pieces on your wall before buying, no tape measure required. The Trusted Art Seller badge and secure checkout make supporting a local creative feel easy and legit.”

From the Hesperia newsletter, October 1, 2026

“Burrage Mansion is a lovingly restored 1901 estate turned community haven, where Redlands nonprofits bring kids for playdays, sleepovers, and hands-on workshops in everything from ceramics to guitar. If your crew serves local youth, reach out this week and make some memories in a place that feels straight-up storybook.”

From the Redlands newsletter, September 24, 2026

“Ontario Museum of History & Art is serving two deep-dives this week, from Moments That Made US bringing the Declaration’s big ideas home to the IE, to Built on Water unpacking the Chino Basin with artifacts, a mobile app, and a surprisingly soothing Monarch butterfly VR detour.”

From the Chino newsletter, October 9, 2026

“Kimberly Crest House & Gardens is a storybook 1897 French Chateau with Italian-style gardens, waterfalls and fountains that you can actually wander, then pop inside on a small-group tour. Call it your midweek reset or weekend date, and soak up real-deal Gilded Age vibes just a short hop from home.”

From the Yucaipa newsletter, September 20, 2026

“A short hop from Corona, Planes of Fame Air Museum keeps aviation history alive with a huge variety of aircraft and a rare twist, many still fly during special events. Bring the kids or your inner kid, the Aviation Discovery Center and exhibits make learning feel like cockpit time.”

From the Chino newsletter, September 26, 2026

“, plus rotating shows from artists worldwide. It’s the kind of place that sticks with you all week.”

From the San Bernardino newsletter, October 8, 2026

“The Site of the Historic Hesperia Hotel is where a three-story adobe, built 1887 to 1889 with more than 40,000 handmade bricks and running water on every level, once turned heads. It thrived until a road reroute in 1926, burned in 1961... perfect for a quick High Desert nostalgia stop.”

From the Hesperia newsletter, October 7, 2026

“Victor Valley Museum packs the High Desert’s cultural and natural story into a fun, manageable browse that’s perfect for a quick afternoon curiosity fix. Check out community events, then swing by the gift shop for unique finds and a reminder that our backyard is pretty fascinating.”

From the Apple Valley newsletter, October 2, 2026

“Cultural Arts Center of the High Desert keeps Victorville's creative pulse steady with intimate performances, drama workshops, and an art gallery that actually feels neighborly. Their 2026 fall lineup just dropped, and partner theater groups keep the calendar lively, so snag tickets when you see something you like.”

From the Apple Valley newsletter, October 6, 2026

“Swing by the Greetings from Redlands Mural for a quick hit of local pride, a bold postcard-style wall packed with Redlands icons like the Redlands Bowl, oranges and Umbrella Alley. It’s bright, fun and basically begs for a pic with your people, then a snack nearby.”

From the Redlands newsletter, October 9, 2026

“Whether you need a two-minute art break or an excuse to stretch your legs, Redlands Bank Murals packs local pride into six towering building-mounted acrylic panels by Larry Dierdorff, with scenes like Bicycle Classic, Redlands Bowl, orange growers, Kimberly House, and Bandstand from 2001 through 2005.”

From the Yucaipa newsletter, September 19, 2026

“California Route 66 Museum is your local time capsule for the Main Street of America, packed with stories, photos, and artifacts that remind you why the High Desert loves the open road. Swing by this week for a low-key dose of history and Americana that feels close to home.”

From the Victorville newsletter, September 18, 2026