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Title: Gaston Melies Movie Studio, Date Unknown.
Identifier: GP209 from the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs
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Visit the Museum of Ventura County for FREE this August! Thanks to the generous support of Linda and John Zaruka and MVC Friends, all visitors can enjoy free admission throughout the month.
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2026 Taste of History
Thursday, September 10 | 5:30–9:30 PM
Sherwood Country Club, Thousand Oaks
Step back into the glamour of the 1920s for an unforgettable evening celebrating Ventura County’s remarkable role in the early days of filmmaking. Join us for Taste of History: The Silent Movie Era, featuring fine dining, vintage-inspired cocktails, live entertainment, dancing, and an exciting live auction.
The evening will also feature the presentation of the Museum of Ventura County’s Lifetime Achievement Awards honoring Chuck Cohen and Joanie Young. Join us in celebrating their extraordinary contributions to Ventura County and their lasting impact on our community.
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Thank You to Our 2026 Taste of History Sponsors!
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Dr. Richard Rush and Linda Dullam
Bill and Elise Kearney
Nancy and Spencer Garrett
Smith and Stupay Family
Ventura County Credit Union
Puretec Industrial Water
Mike Sedell
Leslie Leavens and John Krist
David and Jennifer Fukutomi
Jane and Steve Goodall
Pat Miller and Elena Brokaw
Ventura Music Festival
In The Mix Events
Oaks Event Rentals
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American Riviera Bank
Busch Family Foundation
Montecito Bank & Trust
Ventura College Foundation
Banks and Ben Pecht
Sara Jane and Craig Underwood
Terri and Mark Lisagor
Carolyn Daily Menne
FTI Services
Al and Petra Lowe
Kate McLean and Steve Stone
Call Eddie Gutierrez at (805) 746-6412 for Sponsorship Opportunities
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Online Content
MVC EXCLUSIVE
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Aisles of Change: From Counters to Carts
by Library Docent Volunteer Andy Ludlum
In 1937, grocer Sylvan Goldman spotted a folding chair in his office and came up with an idea that would change the way people shopped.
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Digital Puzzles
Choose your puzzle, select the number of pieces, and start the challenge!
You can also share a link and invite friends to solve it with you.
This month’s theme: Hotels
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You’re Invited
FREE COMMUNITY EVENTS
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An Introduction to Obon: A Japanese Summer Festival
Museum of Ventura County
100 E. Main Street, Ventura
Saturday, August 22
12:30 – 2:30 PM
Join us for An Introduction to Obon: A Japanese Summer Festival, a family-friendly celebration presented in partnership with the Oxnard Buddhist Temple. Learn about the Japanese tradition of Obon, a festival that honors ancestors through music, dance, and community gatherings. For full details, click HERE. |
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Chicana/o Moratorium
Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula
Saturday, August 29
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Join us for the Chicana/o Moratorium, presented in partnership with the August 29th Organizing Committee. Enjoy live music, danza mexica, poetry, food trucks, local vendors, and information booths as we honor the legacy of the 1970 Chicana/o Moratorium. For full details, clickHERE. |
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11th Annual Labor Day Tractor Fair
Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula
Monday, September 7
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join us for the 11th Annual Labor Day Tractor Fair! Whether you’re a tractor enthusiast, a gardener, a history buff, or just looking for a fun day out, there’s something for everyone. Bring the whole family and invite your friends! For full details, click HERE. |
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MVC Recommends
VENTURA MUSIC FESTIVAL
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Celebrate live music! The Ventura Music Festival has brought exceptional live music to our community since 1994. This year’s Fall Series continues that tradition with outstanding performances from October 11–18.
For full lineup and tickets, click HERE.
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Exhibits
MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY
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Parallel Histories: Ventura County during the US Revolution
Museum of Ventura County
100 E. Main Street, Ventura
As the US commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Parallel Histories explores what was unfolding at the same time in Ventura County. Get more information HERE.
This exhibit is made possible by the generous support of The John and Glenda Hammer Family, The Heritage Fund at VCCF, and Amgen Foundation.
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Patriotic Threads: Textiles, Tapestries, & T-Shirts
Museum of Ventura County
100 E. Main Street, Ventura
Patriotic Threads explores how textiles have long served as powerful expressions of national identity. Through handcrafted works, the exhibit reveals how textiles and design embody patriotism and collective memory. Get more information HERE.
This exhibit is made possible by the generous support of the Tom and Esther Wachtell Family Fund.
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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
This exhibit of George Stuart Historical Figures® shows the life of Abraham Lincoln as he overcame challenges and became a President who defended many core values of America’s democracy and helped end slavery. Get more information HERE.
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Exhibits
AGRICULTURE MUSEUM
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In Focus: Mexican Indigenous Voices of Ventura County
Enfoque: Voces Indígenas Mexicanas del Condado de Ventura
Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Avenue, 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 Catering, 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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