I visited the Steinbeck Center with my husband and two children ( aged 7 and 9). I am an English teacher, so I knew that I would enjoy visiting as Steinbeck is my favorite author. I was worried that my children would find it boring. I couldn't have been more wrong. The center was set up so that each of Steinbeck's novels had a hands-on ...

This is a nice place to view the history of Salinas as it once was. Steinbeck is one of my favorite writers. I grew up just down the street of his home on Central Avenue. This was an excellent addition to Salinas. Its a beautiful complex where you can visit all the creative arts and literature of the valley. But stay out of the East side of town. ...

This place has a wonderful atmosphere and a great souvenier shop. To really understand this place you MUST read at least one or two of his books. My friend had a Quinceanera and my Godmother(madrina)had her wedding ther and the scenery is beautiful! Most people dont know about the problem going on in Salinas... they're closing the libraries! ...