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The Murder Of Tom More: A True Crime Story

Ran Jun 23 2023 through May 12 2024

In the early hours of March 24th 1877, a mob of angry settlers set fire to Thomas More’s barn and shot him over 11 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 puzzles regarding his death that remain forever unsolved.  His story stands today as a warning about the strong emotions unleashed over limited natural resources.


Sponsored by the John Hammer Family

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.

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100 East Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
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Ventura, CA 93001
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Santa Paula, CA 93060
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113 E. Main Street
Ventura, CA 93001
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Phone: 805.658.4728

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