Scenic 395 - The Official Guide 2025

2025 Scenic 395 15 also unique to our Welcome Center. For us, it’s perfect because we manage not only the visitor’s bureau but also the film commission. Tourism and the film in- dustry often work hand in hand, so it was the perfect marriage for us to build that exhibit. Many of our visitors are here for film productions.” Along with the TV and Film Experi- ence, the CWC now features the top five Amazing Archaeological Adventures of California, appealing to those with more historical interests.  Said Crutcher, “The thing that we hear the most often, mainly from the locals, is that from the minute that they walk in, it is a ‘Wow.’ No one realizes that we have these exhibits.” So, what are the top three locations vis- itors to the Welcome Center ask about? The Trona Pinnacles, Death Valley, and the national parks such as Yosemite. Said Crutcher, “We have many visitors who stay the night while passing through and heading north to the national parks.” A cool gift shop inside can be found in the hub of the Welcome Center. It is filled with all things Ridgecrest/California related, and it features the work of some area artists. “We are proud to feature a few local artist’s items available for sale on consignment at the Welcome Center. We are working towards featuring new artists in the coming year,” said Crutcher. She also added, “The Welcome Center is the perfect place to purchase souvenirs. Ridgecrest locals are discovering it is the best place to find Ridgecrest merchan- dise.” As with all Welcome Centers, visi- tors can find brochures, magazines, and advertising information for local attrac- tions, dining, and hotels in and around the area. The Welcome Center is also available to the public for hosting parties, receptions, meetings and other community events. The Welcome Center is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Contact the Welcome Center in Ridgecrest by calling 760-375- 8202 or info@goRidgecrest.com. The California Welcome Center - Ridgecrest offers many souvenirs for sale. Photo by Aaron Crutchfield Ridgecrest Imports • Street Rods • Exotics • Low Riders • Muscle Cars Leroy Jackson Park - Ridgecrest, CA Saturday, September 6, 2025 FOOD • VENDORS ENTERTAINMENT• PRIZES goridgecrest.com/carshow/ Continued from Page 14