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SUMMARY:2025 Exhibition-Schedule
DESCRIPTION:Petaluma Historical Library and Museum\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th and B Street)\nHours: Thursday – Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nFree\, Donations appreciated \n2025 Exhibition Schedule\nTHE PETALUMA RIVER: LOOKING FORWARD\nJanuary 9-February 9\nThe first of two installations inspired by the book “The Petaluma River: A Sketch Journal and Brief Historical Overview” by Alan Butler and Katherine J. Rinehart\, this exhibit explores the more recent history of the Petaluma River and takes a look at the organizations working to protect and enhance access to the River. \nBLACKS IN THE LABOR FORCE: BREAKING BARRIERS\, BUILDING LEGACIES\nFebruary 13-March 30\nBrought to colonial America on slave ships in the 1600’s\, African American slaves became a keystone of labor in the newly-formed United States. The labor of Black workers has been crucial to the economic development of the United States. Yet because of racism and segregation\, their contribution remain largely unknown. Presented by Petaluma Blacks for Community Development\, this exhibit will focus on the various ways that work of all kinds – free and involuntary\, skilled\, and unskilled\, vocational and professional intersect with the collective experiences of Black people. We will honor Black labor leaders past and present and put together an exciting and educational exhibit that you don’t want to miss. \nPETALUMA CHINATOWN UNEARTHED: REMEMBERING THE PAST FOR A BETTER FUTURE/CHINESE PIONEERS: POWER AND POLITICS IN EXCLUSION ERA PHOTOGRAPHS\nApril 17-June 8\nThese companion exhibitions present a visual history of the social\, political\, and judicial disenfranchisement of Chinese Californians—as well as moments of Chinese agency and resilience—in the decades before and after the 1882 Chinese Exclusion Act. Chinese Pioneers is drawn from the California Historical Society’s collections and consists of 11 free-standing pop-up banners. Petaluma Chinatown Unearthed uses artifacts\, maps\, and historical records to explore the years between the 1860s and 1890s\, when Petaluma was home to a thriving community of Chinese laborers. By the 1900s\, most residents of Chinese descent were driven out by racist scapegoating and wide-spread Anti-Chinese movement. This exhibit will also highlight what Petaluma’s contemporary AAPI community is doing to shed light on stories that are hidden in plain sight in. \nI DO: PETALUMA WEDDING FASHIONS & TRADITIONS\nJuly 4-September 21\nBack by popular demand\, the third iteration of this popular textile exhibit showcases historic Petaluma bridal fashions. New this year are photographs of historic wedding venues\, as well as artifacts that help place textile trends within the context of significant historical events that have driven change in traditions and fashion\, including wartime fabric shortages and the marriage equality movement. \nTHE PETALUMA RIVER: LOOKING BACK\nJuly 4-September 21\nThe second of two installations inspired by the book “The Petaluma River: A Sketch Journal and Brief Historical Overview” by Alan Butler and Katherine J. Rinehart\, this exhibit traces the historical context of the River’s evolution from twisting tidal waterway to commercial artery to beloved icon of Petaluma. \nEL DIA DE LOS MUERTOS PETALUMA: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS\nOctober 2-November 2\nThe Museum will once again partner with El Dia De Los Muertos Petaluma to host an exhibition of ofrendas and artworks in celebration of Dia de Los Muertos\, the annual holiday in honor of the deceased that is traditionally observed in parts of Mexico and in other Latin America communities. 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of this now-iconic Petaluma tradition! \nRENAISSANCE SCIENCE\, MAGIC\, AND MEDICINE IN HARRY POTTER’S WORLD\nNovember 8-November 30\nThe Harry Potter book series features magic that is based partially on Renaissance traditions that played an important role in the development of Western science\, including alchemy\, astrology\, and natural philosophy. Incorporating the work of several 15th- and 16th-century thinkers\, the series examines ethical topics such as the desire for knowledge\, the effects of prejudice\, and the responsibility that comes with power. Informative panels use the collections of the National Library of Medicine to explore Harry Potter’s world and its roots in Renaissance magic\, science\, and medicine. The Museum will add to the exhibition from our own collection of medical artifacts\, botanical journals\, and other objects that would fit right in at Hogwarts! \nVINTAGE TOYS\nNovember 13-January 4\nTo celebrate the holiday season\, the Museum will display a selection of vintage and antique toys curated from our collections and on loan to the Museum.
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/2025-exhibition-schedule/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Announcement
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SUMMARY:Downtown Petaluma Historical Walking Tours 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come tour historic downtown Petaluma\, guided by a docent in period attire!\nSaturdays through November\n10:30 am to 12:00 pm\nPlease meet on the steps of the Petaluma Historical Library and Museum\nFree\, Donations of $10 Appreciated.  (Please register for ticket)\n(Note\, there will NOT be a tour on Saturday\, August 9th or Saturday\, October 25th)\nRegister for Tickets Here by Date\nThe Petaluma Historical Library & Museum invites you to join the “Petalumans of Yesteryear\, ” knowledgeable guides dressed in period attire\, for a tour of historic downtown. Petaluma has a unique and fascinating history as a bustling river town during and after the Gold Rush\, then as the “Chicken and Egg Capital of the World\,” and now as a town that loves its history. Learn about Petaluma’s incredible architecture (including 8 sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places) and other important and interesting facets of our town’s history. You’ll be informed by your guide’s historical knowledge and entertained by their characters’ stories. \nParticipant(s) with special needs can contact the Museum several days before the walk they have signed up to take\, and they will be able to participate fully in the tour. \nFree\, suggested donation of $10 appreciated. Meet on the steps of the Museum at 4th and B Street at 10:30am to embark on your trip back through time. \nRegister for Tickets Here by Date
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/downtown-petaluma-historical-walking-tours-2025/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,History Trails Walks,NHPM,Petalumans of Yesteryear
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SUMMARY:Current Exhibit: Renaissance Science\, Magic\, and Medicine in Harry Potter’s World
DESCRIPTION:November 8 – November 30\nThurs. – Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\n20 4th Street (Corner of 4th  and B Streets)\nThe Harry Potter book series features magic that is based partially on Renaissance traditions that played an important role in the development of Western science\, including alchemy\, astrology\, and natural philosophy. Incorporating the work of several 15th- and 16th-century thinkers\, the series examines ethical topics such as the desire for knowledge\, the effects of prejudice\, and the responsibility that comes with power. Informative panels use the collections of the National Library of Medicine to explore Harry Potter’s world and its roots in Renaissance magic\, science\, and medicine. The Museum will add to the exhibition from our own collection of medical artifacts\, botanical journals\, and other objects that would fit right in at Hogwarts!
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/upcoming-exhibit-renaissance-science-magic-and-medicine-in-harry-potters-world/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Historic Magic Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to welcome the team from Live History to the Petaluma Museum! \nLearn impressive tricks\, uncover fascinating historic facts\, and practice your own magic skills. \nPlus\, our friends from Clover Sonoma and Clo the Cow will be here with free samples of tasty holiday eggnog!  \nSaturday\, November 8\n11 AM–12 PM\nPetaluma Museum\nAll ages welcome\nFree\, Please RSVP Here \n \nWhile you’re here\, explore our new exhibition\, Renaissance Science\, Magic\, and Medicine in Harry Potter’s World\, where real history meets the magic of Hogwarts! \n 
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/historic-magic-workshop/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Current Exhibit,Event
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SUMMARY:Mystery at the Museum: A Timeless Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 8 · 4 – 7pm PST\nPetaluma Historical Library & Museum\n20 4th Street Petaluma (Corner of 4th and B St.)\nGeneral Admission – $95\nGroup Discount Pack of 6 – $83.33\nTickets Can Be Purchased Here\nThe Host Committee– Melissa and Fred Abercrombie\, John Crowley\, The Honorable Kevin McDonnell\, and Janet Ramatici–and the Board of Directors of the Petaluma Museum are delighted to invite you to a truly enchanting evening where history and magic intertwine. \nMystery at the Museum: A Timeless Gathering \nJoin us for a historical mystery cocktail party inspired by the exhibit Renaissance\, Science\, Magic\, and Medicine in Harry Potter’s World. \nStep Into the Magic \nGet set for a spellbinding evening as we explore the real historical\, scientific\, and philosophical inspirations behind the Harry Potter series—featuring Hogwarts-worthy artifacts from Petaluma! \nCocktails\, Curiosity & Magic Await You \nInteractive\, escape-room style mystery performance about a real historical figure from Petaluma’s past \nHarry Potter-inspired activities led by local artisans \nLive Renaissance-era dance lessons \n“Magical” creatures from the Petaluma Wildlife Museum \nDelightful cocktails & appetizers \nMagical mingling with old friends and new faces \nSet Your Time-Turners for the Date \n  \n 
URL:https://www.petalumamuseum.com/calendar-event/mystery-at-the-museum-a-timeless-gathering/
LOCATION:Petaluma Historical Library & Museum\, 20 4th St\, Petaluma\, CA\, United States
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