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Free Things to Do in Wilmington

A historic harbor town in the LA port — the Drum Barracks, Banning museum grounds and waterfront parks.

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About Wilmington

Wilmington is a working harbor community in the Los Angeles port area, rich in history. The Drum Barracks Civil War Museum, the grounds of the Banning Residence Museum and Wilmington Town Square Park anchor its free public spaces.

Deeply tied to the port and to Mexican American heritage, it's a characterful neighborhood with parks, murals and maritime history.

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What's here

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Free places in Wilmington

Frequently asked: free things to do in Wilmington

What are the best free things to do in Wilmington?

See the historic Drum Barracks, walk the Banning Residence Museum grounds, relax at Wilmington Town Square Park, and explore the harbor history — much of it free.

What is the Drum Barracks?

The Drum Barracks is the last remaining Civil War-era military building in the LA area, a museum in Wilmington with free grounds.

Is Wilmington Town Square Park free?

Yes — Wilmington Town Square Park is a free public park.

Are there free events in Wilmington?

Yes. Free community events happen at the parks. The list on this page updates with current ones nearby.

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