Experience America’s Founding History
Our Museum
Inspired by Boston’s legendary Green Dragon Tavern – where the Sons of Liberty gathered to shape the course of American history – Green Dragon Tavern & Museum invites visitors to experience the story of America’s founding through educational exhibits & programs and California’s premier collection of original documents & antiquities spanning from the Pilgrim through Revolutionary War eras.
As the nation commemorates America’s 250th anniversary through America250 and other Semiquincentennial events, there is no better place in Southern California to discover, celebrate, and help preserve and promote civics education and the legacy of liberty.
A proud member of the San Diego Museum Council, our free-admission museum is located within blocks of the Flower Fields, Legoland, and the Carlsbad Premium Outlets, so if you’re looking for things to do in Carlsbad, keep the flame of liberty burning and support the only authentic educational attraction in San Diego County focused on America’s founding story.
Our free-admission museum is self-guided and a great accompaniment to a dining experience with us. We offer guided museum experiences and field trips.
The Revolution Lives Here
Supporting Civics Education and the Preservation of America’s Founding History Through:
Field Trips
Guided Tours
Lunch and Learn Events
Original Documents
Revolution-Era Artifacts
Weapons & Rare Books
Educational Exhibits
Special Exhibits
Living History
Americana & Culture
Speaker Series
Curated Experiences
Membership & Events
Testimonials
What Our Visitors Say
“This place has authentic style New England food and ice cold draft beer with excellent choices. The museum is phenomenal and a must see if you are in Carlsbad. Plan to spend at least an hour in the museum.”
Jeff M. (Google)
“Hidden gem for any history buff in Carlsbad! FREE small museum and an amazing tavern with really wonderful food! Highly recommend a visit. They also do events. It's a recreation of a Revolutionary-era tavern in Boston. So cool!” -
Jessamyn E. (Google)
“This is a great day looking at all the Patriots. I never knew the museum was here. I didn't even know it existed. Evidence of our forefathers and what they did for our country exist here. If you're veteran this might be just the place you enjoy. I know I did. GOD BLESS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND ALL HER PEOPLE.”
Thumper (Google)