There are many, many people who’ve never been to that one historic site or tourist attraction in their hometown.

So many, in fact, it’s almost a badge of honor to have not visited these important places. ( Hello, Alcatraz .) If you didn’t go during an elementary school field trip, you missed out. Well, almost.

For those ready to finally see some historic spots, a selection of California’s most storied buildings will be open to visitors throughout the month of September.

The former naval station on Treasure Island, originally built in the 1930s for the World’s Fair. (California Preservation Foundation)

Doors Open California , an event celebrating historic homes, film locations, train stations, museums and more, begins this weekend. Organized by the California Preservation Foundat

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