Borax Visitor Center

Not meant for human consumption
(in the U.S.A.)!

Borax Visitor Center
Boron, CA

Believe it or not, there are times when I'd rather take a tour that is not food-related. When, you ask?

Right after a big lunch!

The Borax tour fits the bill, as there is nothing appetizing about borax deposits.  The subject matter is fascinating, nonetheless, if you consider the fact that the same mineral used as a fire retardant and anti-fungal compound can also be found in cosmetics and used as a food additive - outside of the United States, of course.  Bon appetit!

The museum contains information about borax mining, processing, distribution and usage in a number of familiar products.  A brief film explains the Borax story; the pit unveiled thereafter allows visitors to witness ongoing mining activities.

So the next time you find yourself lost along the 58 because you took a wrong turn to Disneyland, or you're trying to avoid Disneyland altogether, enjoy an education pit (ha!) stop at the low price of $3 per carload.  Cheap thrills for the entire family!