Welcome to Whittier

The Whittier Historical Society congratulates you on your new home purchase at The Groves and welcomes you to Whittier.  The Groves is located at the site of the historic Whittier State School (later named Fred C. Nelles Youth Correctional Facility.)

The Whittier Historical Society owns and operates The Whittier Museum and provides tours of the Historic Bailey House.

We are offering you a FREE one year membership to the Whittier Historical Society.  Please fill out the form below to start your membership.

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Whittier Museum at 6755 Newlin Ave.

Membership benefits of the Whittier Historical Society:

  • 12 months of the Whittier Museum Gazette newsletter delivered via e-mail
  • Discounts on special events & site-use rentals
  • 10% off in the Whittier Museum gift shop
  • Research in our archives (by appointment)
  • Voting privileges in the Whittier Historical Society
  • Volunteer and committee opportunities
  • Admission to the Whittier Museum and Bailey House is always free to everyone.

Free One-Year Membership to the Whittier Historical Society

    Learn about the history of the historic Fred C. Nelles/Whittier State School!  The Whittier Museum is producing a comprehensive, 3-part exhibit documenting it's history from the 1890's to the present.  Part 1 of the exhibit, covering the inception of the school until 1912, is now open.  Parts 2 and 3 will open in 2021.

    Regular hours

    Whittier Museum @ 6755 Newlin Ave.
    Tuesday-Friday:  10am to 4pm
    Saturday:  1pm to 4 pm
    Sunday & Monday:  Closed

    Bailey House @ 13421 Camilla St.
    The Bailey House is currently closed but will be re-opening soon.