National Steinbeck Center

The National Steinbeck Center is a literature museum in Salinas dedicated to the life and work of California author John Steinbeck. The exhibitions display manuscripts, photographs, and personal belongings that document his literary career and connections to the region.

The center was founded in 1998 to preserve the legacy of one of America's most important writers. The collection was built to document Steinbeck's influence on American literature and his connection to Salinas.

The center features interpretations of Steinbeck's major novels including The Grapes of Wrath and Of Mice and Men displayed across different sections. Visitors experience how his stories about people and struggle continue to resonate today.

The museum is open most weekdays and allows visitors plenty of time to explore the exhibitions at a comfortable pace. Parking is available nearby, and the layout makes it easy for visitors to move through different sections.

The museum holds one of the largest collections of Steinbeck's personal papers and correspondence in the country. These archives contain letters, notebooks, and personal documents that reveal how he worked and thought.

Location: Salinas

Address: 1 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 10:00-17:00; Holidays off

Phone: +18317754721

Website: https://steinbeck.org

GPS coordinates: 36.67718,-121.65557

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:58