Events
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What Was Worn in Mexican California: Myth Versus Reality
Discover what the people of Mexican California (1822-1846) really wore, and what their clothing reveals about the era. Thursday, September 26, 2024 11:00 - 12:30 pm Petaluma Historical Library & Museum 20 4th Street (Corner [...]
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Write Long and Beautiful Letters: The Vallejos’ Californio Correspondence
Authors Rose Marie Beebe and Robert Senkewicz illuminate the life of the Vallejo family and the 19th century Californio experience. Sunday, October 6, 2024 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Petaluma Historical Library & Museum 20 [...]
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2024 Poesía del Recuerdo/Poetry of Remembrance Community Reading
Members of the community are invited to attend the annual Día de los Muertos “Poesía del Recuerdo /Poetry of Remembrance” celebration. Featured speakers include Lalin the Poet (Luis Vasquez), Gina Tello Bugarin, Irma Vega Bijou, Maria [...]
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Annual Cemetery Walk 2024
Ghosts of Petaluma’s Past Come to Life on Our Annual Cemetery Tour! THE PETALUMANS OF YESTERYEAR PRESENT THEIR 25th ANNUAL CEMETERY WALK October 19, 2024 - Starting times: 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 am $15 Members/Students, [...]
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What’s Your Story, Petaluma? A Community Festival at the Museum
A day of fun for all ages! Explore Petaluma's storied past and enjoy entertainment and activities throughout the day. Sunday, October 20, 2024 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Petaluma Historical Library & Museum 20 4th [...]
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2024 Candle Light Procession – El Dia De Los Muertos Petaluma
Saturday, October 26 6PM-10PM At the Petaluma Historical Library & Museum 20 4th St. A Fun Family Event! The Procession starts at St. Vincent's Church Plaza at 6 PM. We walk toward A St., go [...]
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Author Event and Book Signing with Alan Butler and Katherine J. Rinehart
Authors Alan Butler & Katherine J. Rinehart will discuss and sign their new book, The Petaluma River, A Sketch Journal and Brief Historical Overview. Saturday, November 9, 2024 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Petaluma Historical [...]
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Haunted History Ghost Walks
Explore the darker side of history on an enlightening walking tour of downtown with ghostly hosts from Petaluma's past! Weekends (and more) from November 16, 2024 to February 9, 2025 Detailed dates on Eventbrite Meet [...]
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16th Annual New Year’s Eve Gala Concert
Carrying on a 16-year tradition of ringing in the New Year with high quality classical music at the Museum. Sold Out Tuesday, December 31, 2024 7:00 pm – 8:15 (Doors open at 6pm) Downstairs Tickets: [...]
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2025 Exhibition-Schedule
Petaluma Historical Library and Museum 20 4th Street (Corner of 4th and B Street) Hours: Thursday - Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Free, Donations appreciated 2025 Exhibition Schedule THE PETALUMA RIVER: LOOKING FORWARD January [...]