Museum of Ventura County

06/23/2026

Inside the Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Ventura, circa 1937.

Bottles of soda move along conveyor belts through the bottling machinery while a worker oversees the process. The facility was located at 2314 Thompson Boulevard, at the southeast corner of Thompson Boulevard and Seaward Avenue.

Identifier: 12022 from the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs.

06/18/2026

Step into the glamour of the 1920s for an unforgettable evening of fine dining, vintage-inspired cocktails, entertainment, dancing, and philanthropy as we celebrate Ventura County's remarkable role in the early days of filmmaking.

TASTE OF HISTORY 2026
The Silent Movie Era

Thursday, September 10
5:30 to 9:30 PM

Sherwood Country Club
Thousand Oaks, California

The evening will also feature the presentation of the Museum of Ventura County's Lifetime Achievement Awards honoring:
Chuck Cohen & Joanie Young
for their extraordinary contributions to Ventura County and their lasting impact on our community.

Reserve your tickets now. https://events.readysetauction.com/museumventuracounty/taste2026

Thank you to our Taste of History 2026 sponsors:
Bill and Elise Kearney | Nancy and Spencer Garrett | David and Jennifer Fukutomi | Jane and Steve Goodall | Leslie Leavens and John Krist | Pat Miller and Elena Brokaw | Mike Sedell | American Riviera Bank | Busch Family Foundation | Montecito Bank & Trust | Ventura College Foundation | Al and Petra Lowe | FTI Services

06/17/2026

KCLU Radio recently featured the Museum of Ventura County's newest exhibits.

Thank you to Lance Orozco and KCLU for highlighting how the Museum is helping the community commemorate America's 250th anniversary through "Parallel Histories: Ventura County during the US Revolution" and "Patriotic Threads: Textiles, Tapestries, & T-Shirts".

Listen on KCLU: https://www.kclu.org/local-news/2026-06-15/museum-celebrates-americas-250th-anniversary-with-a-look-at-life-in-ventura-county-250-years-ago

06/17/2026

Discover what's new at the Museum of Ventura County with free admission throughout June, thanks to Edison International.

Two new exhibits:
"Parallel Histories: Ventura County during the US Revolution"
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, explore what was unfolding at the same time in Ventura County.

"Patriotic Threads: Textiles, Tapestries, & T-Shirts"
Discover how textiles have served as powerful expressions of patriotism, identity, and collective memory.

Also on display:
"The Changing Faces of Abraham Lincoln, George Stuart Historical Figures®"
Follow Lincoln's journey through the detailed work of George Stuart.

Museum of Ventura County
100 E. Main Street, Downtown Ventura

Open Wednesday–Sunday
11 a.m.–5 p.m.

06/10/2026

La Cultura Cura: Healing Through Art and Music
Sunday, June 14 | 1:00–5:00 PM
926 Railroad Ave, Santa Paula, CA 93060

Family-friendly activities throughout the event.
- Art vendors
- Information booths
- Aztec Sunstone “Birthdate Readings”
- Art Trek
- Ventura County Mobile Library
- Live music

Schedule
1:00 PM
Opening/Welcome by Roberto Vargas

1:15 PM
Land Acknowledgement by Marianne Para

1:30 PM
Mundo Maya Healing Circle with Sara Mijares

2:15 PM
Hummingbird Women’s Drum

2:45 PM
Poetry by Jesus Noyola

3:00 PM
Zacamandú de Tomás Herrera

3:50 PM
Inlakech Mariachi & Folklórico

4:30 PM
Closing Circle

Presented in partnership with the Port of Hueneme, De Colores Multicultural Folk Art, and Ventura County Behavioral Health.

This is a FREE event. Bring a friend and join us! Advance registration is recommended.

Link in bio.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-cultura-cura-healing-through-art-and-music-tickets-1987169296860?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

06/09/2026

We're now open Wednesdays!

Visit the Museum of Ventura County Wednesday–Sunday, 11 AM–5 PM, and enjoy FREE admission throughout June thanks to Edison International.

Explore three exhibits, including Parallel Histories, Patriotic Threads, and The Changing Faces of Abraham Lincoln.

100 E. Main Street, Downtown Ventura

06/09/2026

06/08/2026

Ventura High School Graduation, Class of 1891

While the fashions have changed, the feeling of accomplishment remains the same. Congratulations to the 2026 graduates across Ventura County!

This group portrait shows seven Ventura High School graduates posed in formal attire, holding their diplomas. The women wear corsages and carry bouquets, while a garland of flowers is displayed in front of the group.

Students pictured (left to right):
Standing: Mr. Stratton, Grace Bean, Josie Livingston
Seated: Agnes Selby, Mary Linn, Frances Bellah, Edgar Shaw

Identifier: 819 from the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs. Photographed by John Calvin Brewster.

06/08/2026

Join us for a special Play Date in the Garden with musician and educator Martin Espino.

Martin will introduce children and families to ancestral percussion instruments and easy-to-sing songs in native languages from across North, Central, and South America. This interactive experience celebrates culture, community, and the joy of making music together.

Friday, June 12
2:30–4:30 PM
Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula

This FREE event is designed for young learners and their families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration is recommended. Register at the link in our bio.

This program is supported by VibeWell Ventura County, a collaborative initiative between the County of Ventura Arts and Culture and Ventura County Behavioral Health, with funding provided through Mental Health Services Act Prevention and Early Intervention funds.

06/07/2026

Enjoy FREE admission in June at the Museum of Ventura County, thanks to the generous support of Edison International.

Two new exhibits:
"Parallel Histories: Ventura County during the US Revolution"
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, explore what was unfolding at the same time in Ventura County.

"Patriotic Threads: Textiles, Tapestries, & T-Shirts"
Discover how textiles have served as powerful expressions of patriotism, identity, and collective memory.

Also on display:
"The Changing Faces of Abraham Lincoln, George Stuart Historical Figures®"
Follow Lincoln's journey through the detailed work of George Stuart.

Now Open Wednesday–Sunday
11 a.m.–5 p.m.
100 E. Main Street, Downtown Ventura