beverly and jim rogers museum of lone pine film history

812sandyt

What made our visit to this museum was the curator - we arrived just as it had closed having misread the summer closing time rather than the winter one. Not only did she let us in, she also gave us a personal guided tour around the museum, delaying her own finish time. Such a wonderful collection of items relating to films and TV series made in the area - the Lone Ranger, the car Humphrey Bogart drove in one of his films, a stage coach from one of the many Westerns, outfits worn, original posters for films produced long ago, props - I could go on but you really need to visit and see for yourself. A 'star' attraction in Lone Pine, not to be missed and all for just a $5 donation per person.

roadwarriorimaging

Read about this in advanced research of the area. It will take you back. From silent movie westerns to the latest westerns and other types of movies that have been filmed in this area and in the Alabama Hills west of town. original posters , costumes, saddles, guns , and just so much to see . admission 5 buck donation has a small gift shop and you could spend hours just reading the movie posters. worth every penny of 5 buck admission .

Andyblueboy

As I was passing through Lone Pine again, I had to visit the The Western Movie Museum for the second time. It did not disappoint.Since my last visit in June 2012 a whole lot of new exhibits to do with the making of Django Unchained have been added making it even more fascinating.The original movie poster displays are fantastic.I would highly recommend a visit if you are in the area.Thanks again.

EddieP756

For all you Western Movie Buffs out there a great little museum you must visit. great friendly staff.

terrywaldon

Cute little museum with lots of memorabilia from the old west movie shoots that were done in the area. $5 well spent, and be sure to see the documentary film.

919mikem

great museum, great history, had just ridden the Whitney Portal Road to the top, to see Roy Earle's Plymoutht there was cool, more than just westerns, great for $5 donation. take some time to look at it all, it is worth the trip. not touristy, anyone who likes films will dig it, even had the worms from Tremors

jfd

This place has a treasure trove of memorabilia from all sorts of Western movies. Lots of fun to see and has a short movie besides of many movies shot nearby. Good restrooms as well. Cute gift shop. Worth a stop.

SanDiegobased

The small admission charge is worth it, to see all the memorabilia and the DVD giving the history of movie making in Lone Pine

freedom212121

We were on our way from Bakersfield to Death Valley and had read an article on this museum, so decided to stop by. The area has a LOT of Hollywood history to it, mostly a long time ago and some more recent. The tremendous variety of views the area has to offer was quite interesting. It was quite windy and cold when we visited, would have loved to walk around more to enjoy the views. We will return next time we are within an hours drive. There is a nominal 'donation' to enter the museum.

R8757HUbarbaras

Worth going to see, you need to watch the short film , it gave information most people probably would not know. The museum displays were interesting to see also

THETRUTH1952

If you love old western movies a trip to Lone Pine is worth the trip. I have been to the film festival several times and have always had fun. The museum is full of artifacts from old time westerns and other movies that have been shot in the rocks close to the town.

walshy1160

We loved every moment we stayed in Lone Pine and our only regret was not staying for at least an extra day. The Alabama Hills is the area associated with the film industry and Beverley and Jims Museum provide an excellent history of the events which I gather go back to the early 20's. There are lots to see and you can wander around and take pictures of the exhibits. There was loads to see and lots of amazing information and items donated to the museum. From a full size stage coach and car to clothes worn by the likes of John Wayne.We loved it and it made our drive around the Hills that bit more special. Lots of the names were from the era when my father was a boy and I know had he been able to travel he would have been amazed by it all.Whether young or old this place is well worth the visit.

candobob

We loved this place. The displays and props are great. Make sure you watch the short film while your there, if your 50 Plus, you'll feel nostalgic for the old times and maybe a bit sad. Must See!

vina52

If you like movies, television, history, fantasy or the Old West young and old will enjoy. The museum is not huge but it is organized, clean and filled with interesting and fun displays. I saw young children so excited about all the "fun stuff" to see. The museum also has an informative 15 minute movie and a wonderful gift shop. Come in and enjoy!

Pale_Rider27

This little museum is obviously lovingly cared-for and sort of fun, but not was a huge wow for me. The best part was the 15-minute movie about the history movie-making in Lone Pine. I did feel that some of the exhibits could have used more explanation and that the museum didn't flow in a way that truly explained the history of the place in a coherent way. Also, much of it did not contain memorabilia directly related to movie-making in Lone Pine other than movie posters. Still, it's a cute little museum and fun for a quick stop-in.