About Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
The Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum (AGSEM) is a nonprofit living history museum located in Vista, California, just minutes from Oceanside. Founded to preserve America's agricultural and industrial heritage, the museum features operating steam engines, antique tractors, blacksmithing, weaving, model railroads, clock and watch exhibits, and educational demonstrations. Visitors can enjoy self-guided tours, hands-on workshops, seasonal festivals, and family-friendly events throughout the year.
Services
Museum Exhibits Self-Guided Tours Steam Engine Demonstrations Antique Tractor Exhibits Blacksmith Demonstrations Weaving Demonstrations Spinning Demonstrations Model Railroad Exhibit Clock And Watch Museum Agricultural Equipment Exhibits Educational Programs Hands-On Workshops Youth Classes Adult Classes Seasonal Festivals Holiday Lights Event Venue Rentals School Field Trips Group Tours Volunteer Programs Membership Programs Museum Gift Shop Historical Preservation Programs.Reviews
I came to see the model railroad, but was very pleased to find they had an active blacsmith shop with students actively working on their projects. The smell of the forge got my attention, and when I went inside, it was wonderful. Dark, a little smokey, and people hammering away. I visited on the weekend and there was not much else going on except for the forge and model railroad. During special events I think there is food available.