CARPINTERIA VALLEY MUSEUM OF HISTORY
956 Maple Avenue | Carpinteria, California 93013 | 805.684.3112
EVENTS SCHEDULE
All events take place at the Carpinteria Valley Museum History, 956 Maple Ave., Carpinteria, unless otherwise noted.
Check back often for new event additions and opportunities to support the Museum.
The following schedule is subject to change.
UPCOMING IN 2026
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2026
at 6 p.m.
TALK & TALKBACK SPEAKER SERIES
40 YEARS OF CARPINTERIA'S CALIFORNIA AVOCADO FESTIVAL
Talk by Sara Killen
FREE for Museum Members
$10 per person for visitors
Explore the history of Carpinteria's well-known California Avocado Festival, an annual tradition in the month of October. Sara Killen will dive into the origin of the festival, how it has changed over time, and what the festival means to Carpinteria. Join us for this lively and celebratory event. Bring your questions and join us for the final Talk & Talkback of 2026!
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026
from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
HISTORY PICNIC
HISTORICAL ROOTS OF CARPINTERIA'S MAPLE STREET
Talk by Carol Koch
FREE for Museum Members
This annual event brings together members of the Museum for lunch, volunteer and docent recognition (including the volunteer of the year award), and a short talk on a historical topic.
This year, Carol Koch, historian and board member of the Museum, will give a behind-the-scenes look into Carpinteria's Maple Street (the street right outside the Museum's front door). In "Maple Street: If Historical Houses Could Talk," Koch will explore the “not so hidden” history of four unique buildings, including signs of the past that are still visible today.
Koch will touch on key events and people of the past and will virtually move along the street with a fun and lively presentation--complete with facts and photos.
Members, please bring a dish to share for lunch. The Museum will provide table service and drinks.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2026
from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
MUSIC, LIGHT SNACKS, GOOD CHEER!
FREE for Museum Members
This annual event brings together members of the Museum for a celebration of members, exhibitions, programs, volunteers, and a year of history. We look forward to celebrating 2026 and ushering in 2027 with good cheer, holiday decorations, light refreshments, and music!