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FullTransportationPanelLarissa StraussTimelineMVC.jpg
Image of mosaic commissioned by Museum Docent Council. Artistic representation of the development of transportation in Ventura County.

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Image of mosaic commissioned by Museum Docent Council. Artistic representation of the Mission era in Ventura County.

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Santa Barbara Mission
"The Garden" at the Santa Barbara Mission with priest beside reflecting pool.

Jose Muermenuto Ruiz
Portrait bust of Jose Muermenuto Ruiz sitting slightly slouched and looking diagonally to the left. Jose Meurmenuto Ruiz was the brother of Gabriel Ruiz and lived in Santa Barbara.

Luis F. Ruiz
Oval portrait bust of Luis F. Ruiz in a dark suit with only the top button buttoned. He is sitting slightly and looking slightly to the right. Luis F. Ruiz was the eighth child of Jose Muermenuto Ruiz. Born February 1, 1882.

Dolley Madison Historical Figure
Raised as a Quaker, Dolly Paine left the sect to marry John Todd, was widowed, and then married James Madison in 1794. She was a gracious hostess at the White House for her husband and also President Jefferson. Legend credits Dolley Madison with…

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The daughter of a prominent Philadelphia loyalist, Peggy Shippen married Benedict Arnold in 1779. She was suspected of aiding her husband’s treason and accompanied him into exile. This sculpture is part of American Revolution! George Stuart…

Mercy Otis Warren Historical Figure
Mercy Otis Warren was known as the Conscience of the American Revolution. A lifelong revolutionary, she was the first woman to champion an anti-Federalist viewpoint. Warren used her talents as a writer to promote the Revolutionary cause with…

Benedict Arnold Historical Figure
Benedict Arnold distinguished himself as a military leader in the Revolutionary War, but became bitter when others were promoted ahead of him despite his exemplary record. As commander of West Point in 1780, he planned to betray the fort to the…

Thomas Paine Historical Figure
Thomas Paine wrote the 1776 pamphlet Common Sense that galvanized revolutionary sentiment and led to the Independence Movement and the writing of the Declaration of Independence. Paine had met Franklin in England, who invited him to come to America,…

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George Washington Historical Figure
George Washington (c. 1775), received his early military training as an officer in the colonial militia and saw action in the French and Indian Wars. When the united colonies searched for a military leader, Washington was an easy choice. Named…

Thomas Jefferson Historical Figure
Thomas Jefferson rose to prominence in Virginia politics, supported the revolutionary movement, served in both Continental Congresses, and was a major drafter of the Declaration of Independence. Became Governor of Virginia in 1779 and later succeeded…

John Marshall Historical Figure
John Marshall was born on the Virginia frontier and served as an officer in the Continental army. A staunch Federalist, he was appointed Chief Justice by John Adams, and established the direction of the judiciary in the new democracy.This sculpture…

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Abigail Adams Historical Figure
Abigail Adams, wife of John Adams was known for her lively intelligence, for her wit and for her promotion of women’s rights. She read philosophy, poetry and politics. Abigail Adams was a great comfort to her husband as he shared his thoughts by…

Edith Bonestel Arneill
Full portrait of Edith Bonestel Arneill in a long short sleeved dress with a demi-train. She is standing in a studio in profile with face turned toward the camera. She leans on an upholstered armchair holding flowers in her hands. Photo is mounted.

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Channel Islands Harbor postcard
View of boats docked at Channel Islands Harbor, Pacific Corinthian Yacht Club on right side of photo. Postcard reads "Oxnard, California" along the top.
[Columbia Publishing, Ojai, California; Sumner, Tim, photo by, T-809; CP14545]

Portrait of Mrs. Tom Crawford Day
Portrait of Mrs. Tom Crawford Day

Street Art-Ventura Harbor Village-2018
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The Ventura Harbor Village hosted a Street Art and Crafts Fair in September 2018. I loved witnessing all the colorful and captivating artwork on display!

Street Art-Ventura Harbor Village-2018
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The Ventura Harbor Village hosted a Street Art and Crafts Fair in September 2018. I loved witnessing all the colorful and captivating artwork on display!

Street Art-Ventura Harbor Village-2018
[User contributed description]
The Ventura Harbor Village hosted a Street Art and Crafts Fair in September 2018. I loved witnessing all the colorful and captivating artwork on display!

Street Art-Ventura Harbor Village-2018
[User contributed description]
The Ventura Harbor Village hosted a Street Art and Crafts Fair in September 2018. I loved witnessing all the colorful and captivating artwork on display!

Street Art-Ventura Harbor Village-2018
[User contributed description]
The Ventura Harbor Village hosted a Street Art and Crafts Fair in September 2018. I loved witnessing all the colorful and captivating artwork on display!

Street Art-Ventura Harbor Village-2018
[User contributed description]
The Ventura Harbor Village hosted a Street Art and Crafts Fair in September 2018. I loved witnessing all the colorful and captivating artwork on display!

Street Art-Ventura Harbor Village-2018
[User contributed description]
The Ventura Harbor Village hosted a Street Art and Crafts Fair in September 2018. I loved witnessing all the colorful and captivating artwork!

Pompeii-Exhibit-RR-Pres-Library-Dec-2018.jpg
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The 2018 Pompeii Exhibit at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library was truly heartbreaking yet captivating. It is hard to imagine the events that unfolded that fateful day, but this image certainly captures a…
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