Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce 5934 Priestly Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, 760-931-8400, Promotes and supports local businesses and industries in the Carlsbad area, plus provides relocation information. more... 

Carlsbad Convention and Visitors Bureau 400 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, 760-434-6093, 800-227-5722, Provides information on local lodging, dining, recreation, shopping, attractions, and events in the Carlsbad area. more... 

City of Carlsbad 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, 760-434-2820, Provides information on local city services and local government offices in the Carlsbad area. more...

Carlsbad Historical Society 258 Beech Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008, 760-434-9189, Established in 1975, this nonprofit organization is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and enhancing the knowledge of the surrounding area's history, significant landmarks, institutions, and memorabilia. more...

Gemological Institute of America 5345 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008, 760-603-4000, Established in 1931, GIA is the world’s largest and most respected nonprofit institute of gemological research and learning. They now offer seminars and extensive education gems and jewelry design.  more...