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The Temecula Valley Museum offers history, art, and culture through the many programs, walking tours, field trips, workshops, and events.
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Permanent and travelling exhibits explore local and period history as well as artistic and cultural facets of life.

04/16/2026

Batter up, Temecula! ⚾

Head to the Temecula Valley Museum on April 26 for Out of the Archives: Baseball from 11:00 am–12:30 pm!

Enjoy a special feature with the Dear Bros Vintage Baseball Team and hear from historian Mindy Johnson as you explore baseball history and Temecula’s past.

04/08/2026

What inspired the newest Temecula Mural Project? 🌸

Hear directly from the artist behind Spring Awakens and discover the meaning behind the beautiful mural now on display near the Temecula Valley Museum and Sam Hicks Monument Park.

More information can be found at TemeculaCA.gov/MuralProject

03/18/2026

Got talent and a little creativity up your sleeve? The Temecula Mural Project is looking for artists to bring the “Summer Fun” theme to life!

This program gives artists the chance to showcase their craft by painting murals on a variety of topics, facilitated by Temecula Community Services.

Interested? Don’t wait too long...the application deadline is April 1, 2026.

Find all the details and apply online at TemeculaCA.gov/MuralProject.

03/12/2026

March has arrived, and so have exciting programs and exhibits at the Temecula Valley Museum! 🌼

🎨 Culture Days: Ethiopia
📅 Sat, Mar 14 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Celebrate Ethiopian culture with complimentary refreshments, a free craft hosted by museum staff, and an art lesson led by Bigfoot Graphics.

📻 Out of the Archives: Radios
📅 Mar 22 | 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join historian Mindy Johnson for a fascinating look at the early days of radio and the first form of mass communication.

🖼️Buffalo Soldiers: Major George W. Ford Exhibit
📅 On display from Feb 13 – Apr 5
This exhibit honors the service and legacy of Major Ford and the brave Black soldiers who served their country after transitioning from slavery to military service.

✨ We hope to see you at the museum this March!

02/14/2026

Now here’s a little trivia for you...Temecula used to have a train. Yep, a real one. 🚂😉

Join historian Mindy Johnson for February’s Out of the Archives: Railroads & Trains and learn how the railroad once rolled right through town.

You’ll get to see historic artifacts from the museum’s collection up close in the TVM rotunda, proof that Temecula’s past really was full steam ahead.

📅 Date: February 22, 2026
🕰️ Time: Throughout the day in the Rotunda
📍 Location: Temecula Valley Museum

So come on down, follow the tracks back in time, and pick up a story or two along the way.

02/09/2026

Some stories don’t just belong in books, they belong on the walls. 📜✨

The Buffalo Soldiers: Major George W. Ford Exhibit runs February 13 – April 5, 2026 at the Temecula Valley Museum.

This exhibit honors Major George William Ford and his fellow Buffalo Soldiers, brave men who journeyed from enslavement to enlistment and helped shape our nation with grit, courage, and determination.

Take a look, learn a little, and walk out knowing more than when you walked in.

02/07/2026

Now this is a story worth listening to. 📜✨

Join us for a Gallery Talk with Linda Hollis in conjunction with the opening of the Buffalo Soldiers: Major George W. Ford Exhibit.

Linda Hollis, the exhibit’s creator and a descendant of Major George W. Ford, will share powerful stories about the Buffalo Soldiers, Major Ford’s military service, and the family legacy behind this remarkable chapter of American history.

The exhibit honors Major George William Ford and his fellow Buffalo Soldiers — brave men, many of whom journeyed from enslavement to enlistment, embarking on a story of resilience, courage, and discovery.

📅 Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
📍 Location: Temecula Conference Center (41000 Main Street)

So, come on over, pull up a chair, and take in a piece of American history that still matters today.

02/03/2026

Kick off the first Culture Days of 2026 with a trip to Norway (no passport, no jet lag, you’re welcome).

🇳🇴 Culture Days: Norway
🗓 Saturday, February 14, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Temecula Valley Museum (28314 Mercedes Street)

Learn about Norway’s history and culture, enjoy two FREE crafts, and grab some refreshments while you’re at it. It’s educational, it’s fun, and yes...it’s still free.

01/13/2026

Well now, this is a fine way to kick off the new year. 🎨❄️

You’re invited to the first Temecula Mural Project unveiling of 2026, featuring a brand-new mural inspired by the Winter Solstice.

The artwork was designed by Chaparral High School student Abby Lee along with the talented artists from Diamond Valley Middle School.
That’s what I call the next generation leaving their mark.

📅 Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 pm
📍 Location: Sam Hicks Monument Park (41970 Moreno Road)

So, come on by to admire some fresh creativity and see how Temecula’s young artists are bringing a little seasonal magic to our walls.

12/23/2025

Us here at the Temecula Valley Museum want to wish you a very happy holiday season and a Merry Christmas.

This mural is brought to you by the striking talents of Alex Yelton and Sabin Flores, beautifully depicting the many cultures we celebrated during Culture Days 2025 from around the world. If it feels familiar and suddenly you’ve got a cheerful tune stuck in your head… well, that’s on you. 🌍 ✨ 🎶

Let’s come together in love this holiday season. However you celebrate, may it be merry, bright, and surrounded by good company.

Now go hug your family.

12/21/2025

Heads up, folks! 😎🏛️

The Temecula Valley Museum will be closed Monday, December 22 through Friday, December 26 for the holiday week. 🎄🗓️

We’ll be back and ready to share more local history before you know it. So enjoy the holidays, and don’t worry, we will hold down the fort until we reopen. 😉

12/19/2025

Well I’ll be — Temecula’s got some stories that really took off.✈️📜

Join historian Mindy Johnson for December’s Out of the Archives, focusing on Temecula’s Airports! The ones that once called Temecula home and the ones that still do.

Through historic photographs and archival items pulled straight from the museum’s collection, you’ll learn how aviation helped shape our skies and our city. 🛩️📸

📅 Date: Sunday, December 28, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
📍 Location: Temecula Valley Museum

So come on by, look up from your phone for a bit, and learn something new. This one’s worth the landing. 😉

Address

28314 Mercedes Street
Temecula, CA
92590

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 4pm
Thursday	11am - 4pm
Friday	11am - 4pm
Saturday	11am - 4pm
Sunday	11am - 4pm

Telephone

(951) 694-6450

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