Title: Laundry Scene on Meta Street, Oxnard – Identifier: 26557 – Source: Jack Miller Collection, 1993 – From the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs.

MVC NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS

Museum of Ventura County, Downtown Ventura CLOSURE – Last Call to See Current Exhibitions!

The Museum of Ventura County, Ventura campus, will be closed May 13 – June 7. On Saturday, June 8, MVC will host a free Exhibition Opening celebrating our new exhibitions from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Don’t miss out! May 12 is the last day to view our current exhibitions – Proximity to Water: Works from MVC’s Permanent Collection, Spin Cycle: Unfolding the Science of Laundry, and The Murder of Tom More: A True Crime Story.

Museum of Ventura County is Hiring for Exhibition Manager

Are you passionate about history, art, and museums? Want to lead the planning and execution of captivating exhibitions? Join our team as the Exhibitions Manager!

Reporting to the Chief Curator, you’ll lead the planning and execution of all museum exhibitions. Bachelor’s degree in art history, museum studies, or related fields required. Plus, 3+ years of experience or equivalent. To read the full job description and to apply, click HERE!

Thank you J.W. Home Care!

J.W. Home Care donated their services to the Museum of Ventura County after a storage container on the back of the MVC property developed a roof leak due to the spring rain. The crew came to the Museum and helped empty the contents, removed standing water, started an air scrubber, and vacuumed/disinfected the storage container.

Museum Board of Directors and staff send a heartfelt thank you for all their hard work and care!

MVC PROGRAMS

Ivor Davis: Up Close and Personal on The Devil in My Friend

Wednesday, May 29

6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (doors open at 6)

@Museum of Ventura County

100 E. Main St., Ventura

Ivor Davis is set to join us at the Museum of Ventura County where he’ll be in the “hot seat” facing probing questions from Paul Bishop, one of the top interrogators of the Los Angeles Police Department. Get ready for a gripping tale as Davis shares the shocking revelation about a friend and neighbor who committed an unthinkable crime.

Refreshments (wine and beer bar) open at 6 pm. This event is free for members at the Individual/Family level and higher, $10 for non-members in person, $5 for non-members on zoom. For more information and to register, click HERE.

NEW UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS!

Masters from the Museum of

Ventura County Collection

Opening Reception

Saturday, June 8

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

@Museum of Ventura County

100 E. Main St., Ventura

“Masters from the Museum of Ventura County Collection” celebrates the extraordinary artistic legacy of seven artists who have significantly shaped Ventura County’s art history and achieved international acclaim. This showcase displays the dynamic range of talent within our county, from Jessie Arms Botke’s turn-of-the-century paintings that synthesize various artistic influences, through Omar D’León’s vibrant cross-hatching techniques, to Hiroko Yoshimoto’s intimate connection with nature.

This exhibition is made possible by the Thomas and Esther Wachtell Family Fund

and the Bonita C. McFarland Fund

InnoVision: Ventura County

Artists to Watch

Opening Reception

Saturday, June 8

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

@Museum of Ventura County

100 E. Main St., Ventura

This exhibition is a celebration of the innovation and the artistic spirit of Ventura County. Embracing our core values of inclusivity, boldness, empathy, and integrity, this is more than an art exhibition; it is a reflection of Ventura County, a community with vigor and creativity. Featuring the works of 9 artists, it serves as a testament to our commitment to showcasing diverse artistic practices and artists who are innovating in their respective fields.

This exhibition is made possible by the John Hammer Family, CAPS Media,

and Whatako Productions

Exhibitions

MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY

The Murder of Tom More:

A True Crime Story

Hurry! Last day to view is May 12!

In the early hours of March 24th 1877, a mob of angry settlers set fire to Thomas More’s barn and shot him at least 10 times. Motivated by a passionate battle over land ownership and water rights turned deadly, news of his murder rippled through California.

Amid the rubble of lies, perjuries, briberies, and omissions in the historical record, there are mysteries regarding his death that remain forever unsolved. His story stands today as a warning about the strong emotions unleashed over our limited natural resources.

This exhibition is made possible by the

John Hammer Family

Spin Cycle: Unfolding the

Science of Laundry

Hurry! Last day to view is May 12!

Everybody’s clothes get dirty, so we all must deal with the dreaded laundry. Through the years people have tried different ways to clean their clothes, and now we have the science to explain why some of those methods actually work!

Using 19th and early 20th century laundry items from MVC’s historical collection, visitors will learn about the “how” and “who” behind everyone’s least favorite chore. Let’s explore how our everyday world works together.

This exhibition is made possible by

Ventura County Credit Union

Proximity to Water: Works from MVC’s Permanent Collection

Hurry! Last day to view is May 12!

Come be inspired by the ever-changing coast captured by our regional artists.

From plein air painting to photography, the mutable coast provides an endless supply of inspiration. Art helps us admire, respect, and revere our region, reminding us of our own place in the natural world. Proximity means a closeness in space, time, or relationship. These artworks from the Museum’s permanent collection bring us closer to the water, both visually and in feeling.

This exhibition is made possible by the Esther and Thomas Wachtell Family Fund, the Paul and Anne Leavens Family Fund and the Bonita C. McFarland Fund

George Stuart Historical Figures® Exhibit, Napoleon: Revolution, Romance, and Rivalries

Explore the complex life of Napoleon Bonaparte in a new exhibition of George Stuart Historical Figures®. As a charismatic leader, military strategist, and political figure, Napoleon rose to power during the tumultuous aftermath of the French Revolution. Immerse yourself in his journey, from the forces that propelled him to prominence, his marriages, and his entwined destinies with other global leaders. Through George Stuart’s intricate creations, experience Napoleon Bonaparte’s significant impact on the course of history. For more information, click HERE.

Exhibitions

AGRICULTURE MUSEUM

Ventura County, The Place

We Call Home – A

Community Experience

The Museum of Ventura County (MVC) celebrates the County’s 150th anniversary with Ventura County, The Place We Call Home – A Community Experience that highlights the diversity of our communities by featuring different interpretations of Ventura County as ‘Home.’ Some people perceive home as a physical place where they grew up. For others, family and those they share their lives with are what make them ‘feel at home.’ The taste of food, beloved objects, and fond memories are other ways that people define what home means to them. Explore these concepts, and find out more about the exhibit HERE.

Co-presented by the County of Ventura and Ventura County Community Foundation.

 This exhibit made possible by California Humanities, the City of Santa Paula,

the City of Simi Valley, Harrison Industries, Limoneira, Meissner,

the Port of Hueneme, TOLD Corporation, Ventura County Credit Union,

Ventura County Community College District, and many more.

Exhibition From the

Smithsonian Gardens:

Pollination Investigation –

The Essential Role of Pollinators in the Natural World

Nearly 90% of flowering plants rely on approximately 200,000 species of pollinators for fertilization. Explore the essential role pollinators play in the natural world in the Smithsonian poster exhibition, Pollination Investigation.

Through “pollinator profiles” visitors can learn about different pollinators—from butterflies and hummingbirds to bats and the wind—and their favorite flowers based on floral characteristics like flower shape, color, scent, and more. The set of 14 posters is bilingual (Spanish and English) and designed to educate and inspire people to explore the natural world looking at flowers and insects. Learn more HERE.

The Farm to Market Children’s Hands-On Exhibition

An interactive exhibit promoting healthy lifestyles through role-play, the Ag Market is an immersive environment where children and families identify healthy food choices in a fun, market-like atmosphere.

Learn more about what the Agriculture Museum has to offer HERE.

Special thanks to Santa Paula’s former mayor, Carlos Juarez for building our fun-filled market.

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MVC RECOMMENDS

Oxnard Film Society Presents: The Monday Night Foreign

Film Series

Oxnard Film Society presents the 17th annual “Monday Night Foreign Film Series” featuring films such as upcoming Venice Film Festival winner “Io Capitano” on May 6th and Bhutan’s Submission to the Academy Awards, “The Monk and the Gun” on May 20th. Screenings premiere at Plaza Cinemas 14, Oxnard. Don’t miss out on these truly astounding cinematic offerings! For more information on the film festival, and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

Ojai Music Festival

June 6 – 9, 2024

Ojai Music Festival welcomes one of the most admired artists of our time, pianist Mitsuko Uchida, as Music Director. Join us for 20-plus concerts and free events in the beautiful Ojai Valley with programs that span from Uchida’s exploration of the Mozart piano concertos to music by today’s compelling composers.

For the full schedule and more information, click HERE!