Greenwood State Beach Visitor Center Museum

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We are the place to discover the history of Greenwood/Elk, and to enjoy Greenwood State Beach and bluff trails. Come on in, and find out why.

You might know us as the Elk Museum, or as the Greenwood Visitor Center, or both. That's because we are in the town with two names!

08/29/2026

Another Great Day in Elk!

Shout out to the scores of people who stopped into the Visitor Center Museum.

08/28/2026

Tomorrow is The Great Day In Elk. While you're in town be sure to stop in at the Visitor Center Museum and learn all about the rich history of this small town.

We'll have chairs out front for folks who want to sit and watch the parade starting at 12:00 noon.

06/01/2026

The Historical Society of Mendocino County invites you to a special program on June 14th at the Greenwood Community Center to learn about the history of Elk/Greenwood and the restoration of the Blessed Sacrament Church. The church and the Visitor Center Museum will be open for you to check out after the talk.

For more information click this link: https://www.mendocinocountyhistory.org/event-details/hsmc-history-talk-history-of-elk-greenwood

02/07/2026

Mark your calendars for March 28th! Guided Whale Watching in Elk.

Greenwood State Beach Whale Watching Walk
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
2 Times to choose from:
10:00 am - 11:00 am
and
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Greenwood State Beach Visitor Center & Museum, Elk
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please email [email protected] to reserve your spot!

Description:
Join California State Park Interpreter, Anica Williams, for a guided walk along the bluffs overlooking Greenwood State Beach. Binoculars provided to watch for the incredible Eastern Pacific Gray Whale. Discover more about our State Marine Mammal and their inspirational survival story!
All ages welcome. Program will be canceled for rain, severe weather, or park closure.

Know Before You Go:
There are no restrooms at the Visitor Center, the nearest ones are at the Day Use Area, across from the Elk Store.
The trail includes uneven surfaces and is not currently ADA accessible.
Sturdy walking shoes and layered clothing are recommended.
Dogs are allowed on the trail on a 6-foot leash, but are not allowed inside the Visitor Center.

12/26/2025

Sorry we can't be open today as scheduled. Tomorrow and Sunday depend on whether or not the power is restored to Greenwood.

12/12/2025

Today is the Holiday Street Fair in Elk. The Greenwood Visitors Center Museum will be open until 8pm. We have lots of great Christmas gift ideas for sale. Stop in this evening for free hot apple c***r and cookies.

Address

5980 S Hightway 1, PO Box 184
Elk, CA
95432

Telephone

+17078773458

Website

http://twitter.com/ElkMuseum

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