Sun City History Museum prepares to open its doors

Dr. James Adams (red shirt) addresses guests during a preview for the Sun City Historical Museum. Menifee 24/7 photos: Doug Spoon

A group that has been working hard to gather and assemble artifacts and information regarding the history of the Sun City community has scheduled a Dec. 1 Grand Opening of the Sun City Historical Museum.

The museum is located in a room at the Sun City Civic Association complex, located at the corner of Sun City Boulevard and Cherry Hills Boulevard. There will be ribbon cutting and museum tours beginning at 3 p.m.

Presentations will be made by Dr. James Adams, one of the driving forces behind the museum. Information will be given about the King’s Inn, a hotel which once stood across the street from the current site of the Sun City Library, as well as many celebrities who have ties to the Sun City community.

The event will include an original musical show by various performers and a tribute to Lawrence Welk, who visited the retirement community. The performance will include music provided by the Armand Blais Orchestra.

For more information, visit the Sun City Historical Association Facebook page.

Volunteers have assembled information and photos about the history of the Sun City community.

The museum includes memorabilia about Sun City and its connection to celebrities.