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May 25, 2017

Free First Sunday – Celebrate the Summer Solstice at the Museum of Ventura County

Join us from 11 a.m.– 5 p.m. on June 4—our Free First Sunday—to commemorate the approach of summer at the Museum of Ventura County, 100 Main Street, Ventura. The summer solstice is recognized through holidays, festivals and rituals around the world. Come enjoy our new Michael Pearce, “Secret Paintings” exhibit, rife with allegory, depicting grand adventures across his canvases. Other events include a talk by psychotherapist, Dr. Ron Thurlow, on esoteric astrology and how the twelve zodiac signs affect our consciousness. Learn about the solstice, get your fortune told, make your own fortune teller craft and explore the museum’s mystical fairy garden. Admission is free for Free First Sunday.

The Ag Museum is also celebrating the summer solstice. Located at 926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula, from 11a.m.–5 p.m., the museum will be open to explore on Free First Sunday and will have a free paper plate sundials craft, 1-3 p.m. For more information, call 805-525-3100.

Free First Sunday Program is sponsored by museum donor, Mimi Allin.

Our Mission and Vision

The Museum of Ventura County engages participants in meaningful experiences with history, art, culture, and each other by aspiring to spark curiosity and encourage compassion to build community and connection.

Museum of Ventura County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Tax ID: 95-1942930.

Our Purpose

The Museum of Ventura County is an arts, history, and culture museum, the largest repository of history in Ventura County. We spark curiosity, foster compassion, and create connection through programs and exhibitions that are bold, inclusive, innovative, and fun. We use history and culture to address universal themes and inspire hope for the future. MVC is the guardian of our region’s identity.

Our Partners

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.

Museum of Ventura County
100 East Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
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Thursday—Sunday
11am to 5pm

Phone: 805.653.0323

Research Library at the Museum
100 East Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
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Appointment Only
Wednesday—Friday • 11am to 5pm

For library assistance call
805-653-0323 ext 320
or email library@venturamuseum.org

Agriculture Museum
926 Railroad Avenue
Santa Paula, CA 93060
Directions

Thursday—Sunday
11am to 5pm

Phone: 805.525.3100

Albinger Archaeological Museum
113 E. Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
Directions

Saturday & Sunday
11am to 5pm

Phone: 805.658.4728

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