Ventura County Museum of History and Art (original) (raw)
Ventura County Museum of History and Art
Ventura, CA
photo: © 1998 John Hazeltine
805-653-0323
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The Ventura County Museum of History & Art, founded in 1913, is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the unique history and artistic legacy of Ventura County, California.
The Ventura County Museum of History and Art is located at 100 E. Main Street, Ventura, CA 93001. From the Northbound 101 Freeway take the California Street off-ramp; from the Southbound 101 Freeway take the Ventura Avenue off-ramp. See the Museum's website for hours and admission fees.
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