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Agriculture Museum- Museum of Ventura County
The most interactive, educational and relevant family-friendly museum in the county! We love the Ag Museum because it appeals to a variety of ages.
They have a play little fruit market, a photo-worthy tractor kids can climb on, bird sounds display, seed-matching, a bee hive and many others. All in a large space and an outdoor garden.
926 Railroad Ave, Santa Paula, CA 93060
Museum of Ventura County
Visit FREE for families on the 1st Sunday of the month
They have different themed events every month and special activities for kids. Visit their website for more information!
San Buenaventura Mission
An active parish with daily services.
Visit the Mission, Museum, Garden, and Historic Sites
Beautiful and peaceful gardens.
MOXI
Interactive displays that promote science and creativity. A hands-on experience.
Old Mission Santa Barbara
The history of California during the mission era 1769-1836
You can take docent guided or self-guided tours through the Sacred Garden, Historic Cemetery, Mission Church and Museum.
Open 7 days a week
Children (0-4) FREE
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
One of my favorite family friendly museums with great temporary exhibits, hands-on activities in every room and an expansive outdoor space/nature trail all in a mission-style building. Stroller friendly.
We recommend buying admission to the Sea Center at the same time for a discount.
Free admission on select dates. Please visit their website for more information.
Ojai Valley Museum
Visit FREE on the 1st Friday of the month
Small museum in a historical building featuring local artists and rich in local Ojai history.
U.S. Navy Seabee Museum
FREE admission
Displays historic material from the Naval Construction Force (Seabee's) and U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps. They have a STEM room where the entire family can create and build. A wonderful space and playroom for kids of all ages. We all had fun.
Channel Islands Maritime Museum
Visit FREE on the 3rd Thursday of every month.
Maritime history, culture and conservation. Just a few kid-friendly/interactive displays. The lego boat station was a big hit. They provide a scavenger hunt that is ideal for school-aged kids.
Santa Paula Art Museum
A very welcoming and friendly staff that will satisfy your local, art history curiosity and share a unique perspective.
Visit FREE on the 1st Sunday of every month!
https://www.santapaulaartmuseum.org
The Murphy Auto Museum
Free for kids 12 and under, Suggested donation of $9
Large show rooms allow you to always have within view your young curious car aficionado
Open only on the weekend
THE MURPHY AUTO MUSEUM
2230 Statham Blvd.
Oxnard, California 93033
Phone:
(805) 487-4333
Aviation Museum of Santa Paula
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
Lots of valuable presidential history and a walk on an actual Air Force One aircraft.
We enjoy visiting on President’s Day because they host an annual celebration with lots of lawn games and activities.
Olivas Adobe Historical Park
FREE for self-guided exploration, pay a small fee for a guided tour. We liked the glimpse into the past and the beautiful rose garden
Chumash Indian Museum
Due to damage by the Woolsey Fire, the Chumash village huts are in reconstruction.
Built on Chumash land, the highlight for the family is a ten minute walk to see the Chumash village huts.