Gate Dedication party
We're getting two new gates for our front courtyard. Designed and fabricated by Douglas Lochner, the gates were funded by the City of Ojai and their Arts Commission. Join us as we celebrate the completion of a long process and two new gorgeous gates. Remarks, ribbon cutting and refreshments. Come celebrate with us!
Saturday, December 15, 11am
Saturday, December 15, 11am
Third Fridays Downtown
Join us from 5:30-7:30pm on the Third Friday for early evenings in downtown Ojai. The museum and a number of local galleries and merchants are open these special hours just for you. It's a free event and every month we offer something a little different in the way of an activity or entertainment. A number of other galleries and merchants will be open late too, often with special activities or sales. Find out more here.
Friday, December 21 Holiday craft
Friday, January 18 Poetry
Friday, December 21 Holiday craft
Friday, January 18 Poetry
Town Talks
Learn more about the people, places and events important to the Ojai valley during a moderated discussion.
Occasional Sundays, 4:30-6pm. $5 admission, current members free.
Most of our Town Talks are taped. You can view them on our YouTube channel.
Sunday, December 9, 4:30-6pm The Fire Next Time
Experts discuss preparedness strategies for individuals and for the community. What can we do environmentally and structurally going forward. This interesting and timely Town Talk will be filled with important information for all.
Moderated by Elizabeth Rose, co-author of "From the Fire: Ojai Reflects on the Thomas Fire." The panelists include:
James Fryhoff, Ojai Police Chief
John McNeil, Ventura County Fire Division Chief
William D Castagna, Ojai Valley Fire Safe Council
Ed Bennett, The Thacher School
Charlie Whitman, National Park Service
Ray Powers, Ojai Planning Commission
Connor Jones, East End Eden
Occasional Sundays, 4:30-6pm. $5 admission, current members free.
Most of our Town Talks are taped. You can view them on our YouTube channel.
Sunday, December 9, 4:30-6pm The Fire Next Time
Experts discuss preparedness strategies for individuals and for the community. What can we do environmentally and structurally going forward. This interesting and timely Town Talk will be filled with important information for all.
Moderated by Elizabeth Rose, co-author of "From the Fire: Ojai Reflects on the Thomas Fire." The panelists include:
James Fryhoff, Ojai Police Chief
John McNeil, Ventura County Fire Division Chief
William D Castagna, Ojai Valley Fire Safe Council
Ed Bennett, The Thacher School
Charlie Whitman, National Park Service
Ray Powers, Ojai Planning Commission
Connor Jones, East End Eden
Walking Tours
Historic Walking Tours take place on Saturdays at 10:30am. Meet at the museum. There is no need to pre-register. Your $7 walking tour fee includes museum admission before and/or after the tour. A docent will take you on a 60 to 90 minute walk through parts of downtown Ojai, sharing information about the people, places and events that shaped the town.