Title: Beatrice Wood Seated Portrait – Identifier: 28865 – Source:1995 – From the MVC Research Library Digitized Photographs.

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InnoVision: Ventura County

Artists to Watch

InnoVision is an interactive exhibition that highlights the work of nine Ventura County artists. Through their innovative use of common materials, they create installations that reflect their personal visions and views of current issues such as the environment, immigration, identity, the housing shortage, and changing land usage in Ventura County.

In addition to the art, there are videos by each artist talking about their own artistic vision and innovation and the influence that living in Ventura County has on their work. Every installation poses a question for the visitor. Visitors are encouraged to leave their answers on the provided sticky notes.

Artists participating in the exhibition: Jasmine Delgado / María Adela Díaz / Daniela García Hamilton / Luke Matjas / Marianne McGrath / Gladys Rodríguez / Clark Song / Olguín Tapia Heredia / Elisa Torres.

This exhibition is made possible by the John Hammer Family, the City of Ventura, the County of Ventura, CAPS Media, and Whatako Productions

Masters from the Museum of

Ventura County Collection

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. The exhibition presents a curated selection from MVC’s exceptional collection, featuring a variety of artistic styles.

From Jessie Arms Botke’s turn-of-the-century paintings to Omar d’León’s vibrant cross-hatching techniques, to the innovative ceramic glazing techniques of Beatrice Wood and Vivika and Otto Heino, the exhibition displays a dynamic range of work by established artists within our County.

Artists included in the exhibition: Jessie Arms Botke / Omar D’León / Otto Heino / Vivika Heino /Cheryl Ann Thomas / Beatrice Wood / Hiroko Yoshimoto.

This exhibition is made possible by the Thomas and Esther Wachtell Family Fund, the Bonita C. McFarland Fund, the City of Ventura, and the County of Ventura

MVC EVENTS

Play Date in the Garden – at the Agriculture Museum

Friday, June 14

11:00 am – 1:00 pm

@Agriculture Museum

926 Railroad Ave., Santa Paula

Gather your family, and join us for a delightful Play Date in the Garden with The VC Mobile Library at the scenic Agriculture Museum’s Garden! This exciting event offers a perfect blend of reading, learning, and outdoor fun. Discover a world of stories with a wide selection of books for all ages, sign up for library cards, and explore our tech-savvy services, including Wi-Fi, wireless printing, and laptop lending. Click HERE for free registration!

‘The Legends of Hobson Heights’

Saturday, June 22

1:00 pm

@Museum of Ventura County

100 E. Main St., Ventura

Join us for The Legends of Hobson Heights: The Untold Tales of 100 Years of Architecture, Triumph and Tragedy, a documentary that includes over 20 gorgeous Hobson Heights properties and their fascinating stories of Hollywood movie stars, secret speakeasies, Olympic gold athletes, ghosts, ground-breaking firsts, and the heartbreaking story of the fire that almost destroyed it all.

The documentary is created, filmed and produced by Toni Guy, Hobson Heights resident and local Realtor and William Edwards, local property photographer and filmmaker.1920s inspired clothes are welcomed. Free for members* and $10 for non-members. Click HERE for tickets.

McCartney Afternoon Tea –

With Ivor Davis

Saturday, July 13

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

@Museum of Ventura County

100 E. Main St., Ventura

Join us for an extraordinary afternoon with Ruth and Angie McCartney, interviewed by renowned author Ivor Davis. Enjoy authentic English tea service as we explore enchanting stories from Paul McCartney’s early years. The event will feature a captivating Q&A session, offering you the chance to connect directly with our special guests. Don’t miss this unique blend of British charm and rock ‘n’ roll history! Cost is $80 per person, more details andtickets can be found HERE.

Exhibitions

MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY

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.

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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Buenaventura Art Association Celebrates 70th Anniversary!

June 13 – 16

A free, four-day exhibition at the Museum of Ventura County will celebrate seven colorful decades of cultural contributions by members of the Buenaventura Art Association.

Museum visitors can enjoy “Retrospective: BAA’s 70th Anniversary Celebration”from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 13-16 in the Martin V. and Martha K. Smith Pavilion. A reception 1-3 p.m. Saturday, June 15, will feature awarding an Honorary Lifetime Membership to a current member for service to the group and the area arts community, plus a presentation about recent BAA accomplishments. Click HERE for more information.