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Title: Fraternal Brotherhood Baseball Club, 1902
Identifier: 25484 from the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs
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Ivor Davis
July 27, 1938 – March 29, 2026
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| We are saddened to share the news that Ivor Davis, the legendary journalist and host of the Up Close and Personal program at the Museum of Ventura County, passed away on March 29, 2026. We are deeply grateful for the time he spent at the Museum, sharing his stories and interviewing notable guests.
Since 2017, Ivor shared his life in journalism through more than 20 appearances at MVC, becoming a familiar and welcoming presence. Both longtime followers and newcomers were always eager to hear his stories about true crime, music, and history.
Ivor had a genuine love of conversation, whether with those he knew well or with strangers he had just met. He will be deeply missed by our staff and members.
To learn more about Ivor’s remarkable life, read his full obituary HERE. To revisit some of his unforgettable evenings at the Museum, visit our YouTube channel HERE. |
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VISIT US IN APRIL
FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL
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Thanks to the generous support of Ventura County Credit Union, admission to the Museum of Ventura County is FREE in April. This support allows more visitors to explore Ventura County’s history, art, and cultural heritage.
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You’re Invited
FREE WEEKEND EVENTS IN APRIL
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Ventura County Farm Day
and Wildflower & Weed Show
@Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Ave, Santa Paula
Saturday, April 11
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
It’s Farm Day 2026! In an effort to educate more community members about local agriculture, SEEAG (Students for Eco-Education and Agriculture) launched Ventura County Farm Day in 2013.
This year, more than 15 Ventura County farms, ranches, and agricultural organizations will open their doors to welcome visitors for Ventura County Farm Day.
The Agriculture Museum in Santa Paula will have free guided tours by UC Master Gardeners, hands-on activities, and a Wildflower & Weed Show, hosted by the County of Ventura Agriculture/Weights & Measures. Get event details HERE. |
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Chumash Place Names
@Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Ave, Santa Paula
Sunday, April 12
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Join us for a special presentation with Julie Tumamait-Stenslie as she shares the original Chumash Place Names of Ventura County. Guests will learn how these lands were known prior to the documented violence and cultural suppression that occurred during Spanish colonization, while also recognizing the resilience and continuity of Chumash communities today. The program invites reflection, conversation, and a deeper understanding of the region’s Indigenous history and living culture.
This free event is in partnership with the Port of Hueneme. Get event details HERE.
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Play Date in the Garden
@Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Ave, Santa Paula
Friday, April 17
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Play Date in the Garden is designed especially for Pre-K through 3rd grade students to explore the Agriculture Museum through hands-on activities that spark curiosity and creativity. The event blends cultural connection, nature, and fun in a beautiful garden setting. Our community partners will each host an interactive project that supports early learning and inspires young minds:
- First 5 Ventura County
- Ventura County Office of Education (VCOE) / Universal PreKindergarten
- Ventura County Mobile Library
This free event offers an engaging afternoon of discovery and exploration for young learners and their families. No registration required. Get event details HERE. |
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Album Release Party
Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra
@Museum of Ventura County
100 E Main Street, Ventura
Saturday, April 18
5:00 – 7:00 PM
The Channel Islands Chamber Orchestra will mark the release of its debut album, Echoes of the Land, with a celebratory event at the Museum of Ventura County. This long-anticipated recording, developed over several years and released through Navona Records, showcases the Orchestra’s artistry. Each piece is deeply rooted in a sense of place, celebrating the connections between land, culture, and people.
This is a free event. Enjoy live music, a cash bar and light refreshments. Get event details HERE. |
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Spring Shopping
The Boutique @ MVC
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Celebrate the season at The Boutique @ MVC with a curated selection of unique gifts and artisan jewelry. From spring-inspired pieces to thoughtful finds for Mother’s Day, discover something special for someone you love, or for yourself!
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Current Exhibitions
MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY
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Pages to Posters: The Visual Worlds of Simms Taback
@Museum of Ventura County
100 E Main Street, Ventura
Best known for his Caldecott Medal-winning book Joseph Had a Little Overcoat and the Caldecott honoree There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly, Simms Taback’s creative legacy extends far beyond the pages of children’s literature. He was an artist, graphic designer, and teacher who helped shape American visual culture.
Pages to Posters invites visitors to step inside the visual worlds of Simms Taback, exploring original posters, illustrations, and designs. Get more information HERE.
This exhibition is made possible by the Thomas and Esther Wachtell Family Endowment Fund, Bill and Elise Kearney, Amgen Foundation, and Reel Guppy Outdoors.
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The Changing Faces of Abraham Lincoln, A George Stuart Historical Figures® Exhibition
@Museum of Ventura County
100 E Main Street, Ventura
The Changing Faces of Abraham Lincoln follows Lincoln’s story of triumph and tragedy, from his simple beginnings in Illinois to his time as President and his significant role in American history. This exhibition displays the iterations of Lincoln while looking at his life, career, and change in physical appearance through the highly detailed, sculpted lens of the George Stuart Historical Figures®. Get more information HERE.
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Picturing the Past: How Photography Tells Our Stories
@Museum of Ventura County
100 E Main Street, Ventura
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. Get more information HERE.
This exhibition is made possible by the John and Glenda Hammer Family, the Heritage Fund at VCCF, Hofer Properties, HP Media, Ventura Auto Center, FTI Services, and California Resources Corporation.
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Current Exhibition
AGRICULTURE MUSEUM
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Enfoque: Voces Indígenas Mexicanas del Condado de Ventura
In Focus: Mexican Indigenous Voices of Ventura County
@Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Ave, Santa Paula
Join us at the Agriculture Museum for this 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. Get more informationHERE.
Únase a nosotros en el Museo de la Agricultura para 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. Más información AQUÍ.
This exhibition is made possible with the support of/Esta exposición es posible gracias al apoyo de: Hofer Properties, Ventura Auto Center, the Busch Family Foundation, Oxnard Performing Arts Center, Gabriella Navarro-Busch and Peter Busch, and Vida Newspaper.
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Venue Rentals
WE KNOW THE ART OF ENTERTAINING
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In downtown Ventura, the Museum of Ventura County offers a refined and timeless setting where history and heartfelt moments come together. In Santa Paula, the Agriculture Museum pairs beautiful gardens with inviting indoor spaces to create an unforgettable backdrop. Each distinctive venue offers an exceptional setting for weddings, milestone celebrations, meetings, and community events.
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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 generous sponsors:
The John and Glenda Hammer Family, TOLD Corporation, The Heritage Fund at VCCF, California Resources Corporation, Bill and Elise Kearney, Hofer Properties, Amgen Foundation, Ventura County Credit Union, Ventura Toyota, Ventura Auto Center, FTI Services, Ventura Music Festival, Ventura County Community College District, Montecito Bank & Trust, Ventura Spirits, Limoneira, In the Mix Events, Peirano’s, and Mustang Marketing.
Museum of Ventura County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID: 95-1942930.
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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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