Barons reservations have been my favorite places to visit. But why have these facilities advertised if only the tribal members can visit? I was just told to leave the church parking by tribal police while waiting for mass because it is a reservation and for tribal members only. Yes, at the church in my vehicle because I was not praying at the grotto or inside the church but was inside my vehicle waiting for the church to open. I was also told the parking across the street by the playground is for member only and I would be trespassing there too. So, again, why advertise and say for tribal members only? That way I won’t make a visit and nit get kicked out for trespassing. If I misunderstood the tribal police, set me straight. Or please explain why I was told to leave the church which I have been visiting for over two decades.

This is a tiny museum space, but definitely go here to learn about Kumeyaay history and Culture. The staff is super friendly and helpful. There is a library and a nice gift shop, and the staff loves to answer questions! The curator even researched an item I bought in the gift shop and sent me a nice email with much information about the item.

I could probably go on and on about my experience at this cultural center and museum. I learned a lot of horrible things, but also a lot of beautiful ones. Mandy had SO much knowledge to share, and she did so generously and with a great sense of humor. I couldn't help feeling American society overall could learn a lot from the Kumeyaay people. By the way, the Kumeyaay still live! This was an important take away for me. While it is true that they suffered genocide and were forced into reservations in remote areas, they do live on, they're not all gone like an extinct species or something. The people have worked together through generations to survive and keep their culture alive. Like I said there is sadness but also beauty. Anyway, I am also a bit of museum nerd, and I want to add this museum is really well organized and curated. There are tools from thousands of years ago, exquisite basketry from the last few centuries, and contemporary artwork from local children (precocious children). There are child-oriented exhibits and different things people can touch, smell, or listen to. I could go on. Bottom line, I really encourage anyone to go!

Wonderful experience not to be missed. Sensitive view of native American history

Small cultural museum with knowledgeable staff to educate you. No admission, but donations are a good idea. A very good overall introduction to the cultural aspects of the Barona peoples and the ravages caused by the white man. Very interesting presentation about the origins of the Barona peoples. Small gift and book shop.

This is an awesome museum. I have been there a number of times before covid struck. It was very interesting to see old photos of Native Indians and get a small window into thier lives at that time. It is closed for now due to the pandemic - but I would encourage anyone passing by to drop in. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. I am a motorcycle rider and riding through Barona is one of my favorite rides. Ofcourse- everytime I ride Barona , closed or not - the museum is a pit stop.

Very nice setup I like the way the vendor booths were setup. Lots of costumes and performers. The only thing I would add is to put lights where the food vendors were located in parking lot since it got dark it was very difficult on both the vendor and me to navigate and see food that I was interested in. Some vendors were leaving because of low visi

Extremely knowledgeable and helpful staff. Great exhibits to interest a wide range of ages. Highly recommended! Free admission. The museum itself is well done but not very big, so it could take from 30 minutes to 2 hours to explore depending on how much you read and interact with the displays. Plus there is a Little Free Library right outside!

Had a great time with family and friends at the Powwow ❤️

Nicely set up and very informative displays on Kumeyaay history, culture, and language. There is a lot to learn about the profound connection people have had with these lands for thousands of years and about the post-contact history most of us were not taught in our U.S. history classes. Mandy was working when we went to the museum. She was very friendly and we learned a lot from her. Thank you Mandy!

A Group Of Us Went On A Tour Of The Museum And Totally Enjoyed It! One Could Spend Hour's Here, So Much Interesting People And Thing's To See. 'I Loved It'

Wonderful staff! Had some great chats and learned so much from the kind staff! Will be visiting again!

Very informative and impressive, excellent displays. Definitely worth visiting.

Closed the day we went. Website stated they were open- not true. Phone call -the same. Please update your website and message system.

It is very educational to understand our American Indians and appreciate what they were forced to give up.

Very well built placed information exceeds expectations awesome place to visit

A wonderful Powwow.

It was closed but the people who where their native American people are very friendly and informative.

Always a great time filler. Very interesting