 Title: Ventura Liberty Boys – World War I draftees (circa 1917)
Identifier: 5276 – From the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs. Title: Ventura Liberty Boys – World War I draftees (circa 1917)
Identifier: 5276 – From the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs.
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(Nov. 11) we honor all who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Thank you to our Veterans.
Title: Ventura Liberty Boys – World War I draftees (circa 1917)
Identifier: 5276 – From the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs
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YOUR SUPPORT MAKES SO MUCH POSSIBLE AT THE MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY
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From preserving our shared history to inspiring new generations, your generosity helps keep our mission alive. This week, we’re highlighting one way your gift makes a difference.
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Curiosity in the Classroom
This past year, the Museum of Ventura County welcomed 99 school tours, giving nearly 3,000 students the chance to explore our region’s rich history through hands-on Chumash and Agriculture Tours. With the help of bus grants, 87% of those schools were Title I, ensuring that students who might not otherwise visit could experience these stories firsthand.
With your continued support, we can reach even more classrooms next year. Give today and help spark curiosity and connection in the next generation.
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Ivor Davis: Up Close and Personal with Chris Carter
Wednesday, November 19
6:30 – 8 p.m.
@Museum of Ventura County
100 E. Main Street, Ventura
Chris Carter, host of radio’s longest-running “Breakfast with the Beatles” show on KLOS-FM, will be appearing in person at the Museum of Ventura County on Wednesday, November 19, as the latest guest in the Museum’s “Ivor Davis: Up Close and Personal With…” interview series. Chris, funny and informed, is one of the world’s experts on the Fab Four and has built an impressive career in films and music while now taking over the “Breakfast with the Beatles” weekly program.
Chris is also a musician, music expert, and producer, and he hosts “Chris Carter’s British Invasion” on SiriusXM, which has a worldwide following. Chris could probably use eight days a week to fit in everything he does. But, like the rest of us, he’s limited to seven.
Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. with program beginning at 6:30 p.m. Get your tickets HERE. |
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Sip ‘n Shop at the Ag
@Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula
TWO DATES!
Saturday, November 22
3 – 6 p.m.
Start the holiday season at the Agriculture Museum with an afternoon of festive shopping. Browse our collection of unique gifts and handcrafted items. Museum Members receive a 10% discount on all purchases. We look forward to sharing this special day with you. Get details HERE.
Saturday, November 29
Small Business Saturday
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Celebrate Small Business Saturday by supporting your local Museum. Shop for unique gifts and handcrafted items at the Agriculture Museum store. You will receive 10% off all purchases. It’s our way of saying thank you for buying local. We can’t wait to welcome you. Get details HERE. |
Sip ‘n Shop at The Boutique @ MVC
@Museum of Ventura County
100 E. Main Street, Ventura
MEMBERS ONLY EVENT!
Wednesday, December 3
4 – 6 p.m.
MVC Members are invited to a private late afternoon of holiday shopping at The Boutique @ MVC. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere, a complimentary beverage, and 10% off all purchases. Find one-of-a-kind gifts and seasonal favorites while celebrating the joy of the season with fellow MVC Members. Get details HERE.
EVERYONE WELCOME!
Friday, December 5
5 – 7 p.m.
Join us at The Boutique @ MVC for a festive evening of holiday shopping and good cheer. Discover one-of-a-kind gifts and seasonal favorites. Everyone is welcome and every purchase supports your local Museum. We look forward to sharing this special night with you. Get details HERE. |
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The Picture
At first glance, the picture is nothing special. It’s a group of 31 men, posed in front of the Ventura Mill & Lumber Company. They are all dressed in their best clothing, suits and hats, most wearing ties. What makes the picture historic is that it was taken on Easter Sunday, the morning of April 8, 1917, two days after the United States had declared war on Germany. |
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Chasing Marion:
Ventura County’s Notorious Burglar
The story of Juan Marion, a burglar who robbed dozens of homes, stores and railroad cars in the 1920s while evading the law in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. |
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Exhibitions
MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY
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The Curse of the Vampire: Tales from the Book of Nosferatu
ENDS NOVEMBER 16
Step into a chilling world where history, myth and comic-art collide. This immersive exhibit features seventeen towering George Stuart Historical Figures®, paired with vivid retro comic-style illustrations by Paula Pugh and Weshoyot Alvitre, to narrate a sweeping vampire saga from Vlad the Impaler to Dracula and beyond. Discover how sculpture and storytelling fuse to bring dark legends to life in unexpected ways. More information HERE. |
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Picturing the Past: How Photography Tells Our Stories
How do we truly know what happened in the past? History is a collection of stories—interwoven, evolving, and shaped by the evidence left behind. Photographs are one of the many tools that help us understand the past, capturing faces, places, and moments frozen in time. But do they always tell the full story?
This engaging exhibition explores the power of photography to record our history. Through images, artifacts, and interactive displays, visitors will discover how historians use photographs to uncover hidden narratives, challenge assumptions, and bring history to life. Join us in exploring the early history of photography in Ventura County, how photos shape our understanding of the past, and how the photos we take today tell tomorrow’s story. More information HERE! |
Moments of Rest: A Visual Sanctuary
Rest is not a luxury—it is essential. In a world that glorifies busyness, art offers a space for stillness and reflection.
This serene exhibition invites you to slow down and experience rest through landscape paintings from the Museum of Ventura County’s permanent collection. Let the calming ocean waves, the golden valley light, and the dreamy haze of imagined horizons create a moment of peace.
Take a breath. Absorb the beauty. Allow yourself to simply be.?Moments of Rest?is your invitation to pause, reflect, and recharge. More information HERE! |
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Exhibitions
AGRICULTURE MUSEUM
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Enfoque: Voces Indígenas Mexicanas del Condado de Ventura
(In Focus: Mexican Indigenous Voices of Ventura County)
Únase a nosotros en el Museo de la Agricultura para la inauguración de esta esperada exposición que muestra más de 40 retratos fotográficos del fotógrafo de fama internacional Diego Huerta. Estos retratos destacan las vibrantes y resistentes comunidades indígenas mexicanas del condado de Ventura. Para más detalles sobre la exposición, haga clic AQUÍ.
Join us at the Agriculture Museum for this highly anticipated exhibition showcasing over 40 photographic portraits by internationally acclaimed photographer Diego Huerta. These portraits highlight the vibrant and resilient Mexican Indigenous communities of Ventura County. For exhibition details, click HERE.
This exhibition is made possible with the support of Hofer Properties and Ventura Auto Center, the Busch Family Foundation, Oxnard Performing Arts Center, Gabriella Navarro-Busch and Peter Busch, and Vida Newspaper.
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JOIN THE DOCENT VOLUNTEER COUNCIL
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Be part of a vibrant community of lifelong learners making a difference at MVC.
The next docent training begins in January. Sign up today!
Docent Volunteer Council Benefits:
- Exclusive training and lectures on Ventura County art and history
- Quarterly gatherings with fellow docents
- Sneak-peek tours of upcoming exhibitions
- Private visits to other local museums
Training Program:
- Curated reading, listening, and viewing selections
- Behind-the-scenes orientations at MVC sites
- Opportunity to create and share your own research project
EMAIL OR CALL
Leila Benoun Kaseke
Education & Engagement Manager
(805) 653-0323 x300
lbenoun@venturamuseum.org
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Venue Rentals
WE KNOW THE ART OF ENTERTAINING
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Located in the heart of historic downtown Ventura, the Museum of Ventura County is the perfect setting for meetings and events. Additionally, the Agriculture Museum in Santa Paula offers beautiful indoor space and gardens, providing another charming venue option. Both locations are ideal for hosting memorable gatherings.
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Major funding for the programs at the Museum of Ventura County is made possible by:
City of Camarillo, City of Fillmore, City of Moorpark, City of Ojai, City of Oxnard, City of Port Hueneme, City of Santa Paula, City of Simi Valley, City of Thousand Oaks, City of Ventura, and the County of Ventura.
Thank you to our sponsors: The John and Glenda Hammer Family, TOLD Corporation, The Heritage Fund at VCCF, California Resources Corporation, William and Elise Kearney, Hofer Properties, HP Media, Ventura Auto Center, Ventura Toyota, FTI Services, Ventura Music Festival, Ventura County Community College District, Montecito Bank & Trust, Ventura Spirits, Limoneira, Amigo Party Rentals, In the Mix Events, Peirano’s, Image Source, and Mustang Marketing.
Make a difference in YOUR community by donating to MVC today.
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Museum of Ventura County • 100 East Main St. Ventura, CA 93001 • 805.653.0323
Agriculture Museum • 926 Railroad Ave. Santa Paula, CA 93060 • 805.525.3100
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