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The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley

 Africancrab Says:  Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and museum. The library was dedicated by five American presidents in 1991. The library holds extensive archives of the presidential history of the United States: documents and photographs that hold both patriotic and sentimental value. I... 

Ronald Regan Presidential Library and Musuem

Ronald Regan Presidential Library and Musuem, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  Gosh, I was never so impressed by such a museum other than the ones in DC. Yet, this one wowed me! It's so interesting to see what a president accumulates by given so many gifts by so many dignitaries from all over the world. It was fascinating to see what was put in... 

Air Force One Pavilion

Air Force One Pavilion, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  I was in awe struck when I saw this in person and my boys could not wait to touch it and go inside it. They couldn't had designed this exhibit any better than they did. They not only had Air Force one, but all the neat vehicles that assisted the President to and from many... 

Temporary Exhibits

Temporary Exhibits, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  Nancy Reagan was to me one of the most elegant first ladies of the white house. -- A First Lady's duty was to serve as hostess and ambassador, public servant, spokesperson and as always the loyal caring wife. Many of the dresses are on display spanning over fifty years. I... 

Presidential Gifts

Presidential Gifts, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  I was impressed with all the wonderful presidential gifts. I had no idea how many these dignitaries probably collect during the presidency. President Regan’s presidency was no exception. He received approximately 100,000 gifts, not including plants, flowers, and items of... 

Presidential Motorcade & Marine One

Presidential Motorcade & Marine One, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  These were his actual presidential limousines and secret service suburban’s now an important part of the museums exhibit of presidential motorcades.Make sure you checkout the actual Marine One helicopter that flew President Johnson. 

BERLIN WALL

BERLIN WALL, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  As you walk from the back of the museum to the garden area, you will see a piece of the Berlin Wall. The Wall came down on November 9, 1989. This 6,338 pound, 9 ½ foot tall piece of the Berlin Wall was donated to the museum on April 12, 1990 with President Regan in... 

MEMORIAL

MEMORIAL, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  This is a beautiful memorial is in honor of the passing of our 40th President Ronald Regan on June 5, 2004. President Ronald Reagan was laid to rest at the Reagan Library on June 11, 2004. This memorial is made of granite and has the following inscription:"I know in my heart... 

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The Ronald Regan Pub: Not just any ordinary pub~

The Ronald Regan Pub: Not just any ordinary pub~, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  This is an actual Irish pub from Ballyporeen. President Regan visited Ireland during one of his diplomatic trip in 1984 which now serves as the Library’s snack shop. 

Air Force One Café: Eat lunch with the President!

Air Force One Café: Eat lunch with the President!, Simi Valley

 Yaqui Says:  What is nice about this museum, there are two cafe's. The Reagan Country Café is accessible to the general public without having to enter the museum and it have a lovely view to the Pacific Ocean. Located on the west side. Hours of Operation: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm... 

Nightlife  

We spotted some evidence of a...
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We spotted some evidence of a wild nightlife!!
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At night the wild life comes out and hunt for their prey. The look like cougar or mountain lion tracks.

Written Oct 4, 2002

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Transportation  

Simi Valley Car Wash

Simi Valley Car Wash, Simi Valley

 Fewf Says:  For those passing through with a dirty car. For under $11, they thoroughly vacuumed the inside (but not the trunk) and washed the outside. For an additional $2, they put on a layer of sealer wax and left a mild scent (Hester chose jasmine). They also had some really nice... 

Amtrak

Amtrak, Simi Valley

 Fewf Says:  Coming from afar, Amtrak is the best bet to be dropped off right in Simi Valley. The Coast Starlight and Pacific Surfliner both stop here. Make sure someone picks you up from the station unless you have a car parked there. There's nothing at all at the Simi station, and... 

Shopping  

Musuem Store: Gotta buy postcards at least:-)
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Neat store and priced reasonable too! I bought postcards of course, glasses and T-shirts for the boys. Lots of interesting stuff to chose from!

Updated Jun 19, 2009

Address: 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, Ca 93065

Phone: 800-410-8354

Website: https://www.reaganfoundation.org/store/

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Warnings and Dangers  

Wild Animals

Wild Animals, Simi Valley

 Fewf Says:  Watch out for rattlesnakes. Watch out for mountain lions. Don't panic about them. Just be smart. No one wants to get into a fight with a human, and you'll just about always be left alone unless you do something completely idiotic.Lemme just talk about the two particular ones... 

Bad Drivers

Bad Drivers, Simi Valley

 Keelo Says:  I live in Simi Valley and our freeway is one of the ways to get from Ventura to Los Angeles or vice a versa. Every day some of the worst drivers in the world pass through here. sometimes it's faster just to drive the city streets not to mention less stressfull. Ahh the 118... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Box Canyon Road

Box Canyon Road, Simi Valley

 Fewf Says:  This is the first place where I ventured into the hills. There are places to pull off, but there aren't any trails. You're on your own. Great for explorers. 

Here's a view Rocky Peak. ...

Here's a view Rocky Peak. ..., Simi Valley

 Yubert Says:  Here's a view Rocky Peak. From high atop this peak, one can see the San Fernando and Simi Valleys.The day I was here, there were severe Santa Ana winds gusting up to 80 miles in the canyon passes. But high atop this peak, the winds seemed to be blowing at least 80 and with... 

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My neighborhood is in the...

My neighborhood is in the..., Simi Valley

 Sduarte Says:  My neighborhood is in the hills and there are many hiking trails where you can mountain bike or just take a good, long hike through the mountains. All the trails are well maintained and marked by the city so they're in great condition. 

Yubert's General Tip

Yubert's General Tip, Simi Valley

 Yubert Says:   The wind at the top of Rocky Peak was blowing between 80 to 90 mph. As you can see from this picture, we're leaning into the wind, otherwise we would have been blown over the top!This place should have been called Windy Peak. 

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