Current Exhibit

Moments That Made US

On View Now through December 2026

Presented as part of the nationwide America250 commemoration and sponsored locally by the Coronado Community Foundation and the City of Coronado, Moments That Made US explores how generations of Americans have given meaning to the principles outlined in the Declaration of Independence. Organized around five themes drawn directly from the Declaration—Created Equal; Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness; Free and Independent States; Consent of the Governed; and We Mutually Pledge to Each Other—the exhibit examines pivotal moments from the colonial era to the present, highlighting both the triumphs and challenges that have shaped the nation.

Developed through a multi-state collaboration headed by History Colorado, the Moments That Made US exhibit is designed to bring meaningful America250 programming to communities across the country. Drawing from the Coronado Historical Association's extensive collections, Coronado's installation of the exhibit highlights the people, events, and traditions that have shaped the community and nation over generations. 

One of the exhibit’s most distinctive elements is a collaborative mural composed of hand-painted tiles created by Coronado residents. Representing a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and organizations, the mural celebrates the many individuals and groups that contribute to community life. Participants included many local organizations as well as individual residents and community leaders, including representatives of local government, the military, civic organizations, public safety, education, and faith-based communities.

The mural also reflects a central theme of both the exhibit and the broader America250 commemoration: history is not only something we inherit but something we continue to create.

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The Green of West Plaza: 90+ Years of Coronado Lawn Bowling Club

On View Now through September 13, 2026

The Green of West Plaza: 90+ Years of The Coronado Lawn Bowling Club celebrates over 90 years of the Coronado Lawn Bowling Club (CLBC) with an emphasis on its history, community involvement, and contribution to the sport of lawn bowling. The bilingual English/Spanish exhibit features trophies and medals won by members of the CLBC, highlighting the skill and sportsmanship that women and men have excelled at both on a national and international level. 

To complement the successes of the club, the exhibit explains the game of lawn bowls along with the equipment used. Very little equipment is necessary to play bowls, making it an accessible sport for all demographics. Lawn bowling is one of the few sports that allows women and men to compete together on an equal platform regardless of age.

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The Museum presents thought-provoking exhibitions on a wide variety of subjects each year. Past exhibitions include Wings of Gold: The Centennial of Naval Aviation, The Kingston Trio: A World of Music, and Inspired: 100 Years of Coronado Schools. Exhibition sponsorship is a wonderful way for you or your company to reach new audiences while demonstrating support for the history and culture of Coronado. Each exhibition sponsorship package is customized depending on your or your company’s sponsorship level, preferred recognition, and promotional goals. Examples of exhibition sponsorship benefits may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Invitations to the exhibition opening previews and events

• Name or logo credit in all exhibition and program materials, including invitations, History Matters, signage, press releases, website, e-newsletters, and mailings to members

• Direct link between your website and the Coronado Historical Association website

• Opportunity to host private receptions at the Museum’s Lecture Hall

We are pleased to develop a customized exhibition sponsorship package for you or your company.  For more information, please contact Christine Stokes at cstokes@coronadohistory.org or 619.435.7242.