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Built in 1864, The Banning Museum in Wilmington is a time-capsule of Southern California's Victorian era. The 23-room mansion is a stunning example of Greek-Revival architecture and has been restored to its former glory, with the rooms all carefully curated with decor and furnishings accurate to the time period. Situated on a park, you can spend the afternoon having a picnic on the grass and then immerse yourself in a historical time. The residence is so authentic, you might forget what year it is by the end of the tour!