U.S. Air Force 1965-1993Cold War 1965-1991Vietnam War 1967-1973 (POW)Persian Gulf War 1991  Mr. Richard Brenneman led a long and fantastic career, including being awarded a Silver Star Citation, which reads: "On 13 November 1967: This officer distinguished himself by gallantry and intrepidity in action in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force while […]

The Vacaville Museum Guild announces its up-coming garden tour on May 13th, 2023. Seven lovely gardens will be featured this year—from downtown to away from town, fromintimate to grandiose, and from low-water to lush.This year's tour will run from 9:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., giving garden lovers plenty of opportunity to see all the gardens. […]

Jon Mendle has performed around the country since his Carnegie Hall debut at  age 19 and has drawn widespread praise for his virtuosity and musicianship. Soundboard magazine called his debut album L’Infidele “a beautiful disc.” Yo-Yo Ma, who in 2010 invited  Jon to join him and the Silk Road Ensemble on a 10-concert tour, called […]

On June 9th the Museum is excited to host ‘Cousins Maine Lobster Truck.’ From 4-8 pm, come to the Museum to get a lobster roll, sit in the courtyard with your own blankets/chairs, and listen to the Live Music Center’s Jazz quartet. The gallery will be open for visitors, along with the gift shop. A […]

Paul was raised and educated in Milton, MA completing a BA in Physics at Holy Cross in 1969. Although he was awarded a teaching fellowship at MIT/Boston University, the Air Force trumped his decision sending him to pilot training in Arizona instead. He served as a reconnaissance pilot/aircraft commander in Vietnam where he completed over […]

Our Monthly Walking Tours start back up on May 6th! They will be every 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am to 12pm. The first Saturday will be the usual Buck Avenue walking tour, viewing the historical houses from the sidewalk and learning about their history. The third Saturday will be for our […]

Musical Americana returns! Band of the Golden West woodwind quintet will play in the Museum Courtyard, under the shade of our elm trees this July 4th! Comprised of flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, and bassoon, this ensemble will feature patriotic music appropriate for the whole family! The Museum will be serving hot dogs, popcorn, and […]

Richard Rico, a native lifelong resident of Vacaville, began his weekly column, “At Ease!” in 1963 and for nearly 60 years chronicled the growth of his community as he reflected on its history and new directions, always with expressions of his unabashed love for this valley town.  Richard is the retired publisher of the community’s […]

The Vacaville Museum Guild's 35th Children's Party will be on Thursday, August 3rd, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm in the Museum's Courtyard, 213 Buck Avenue! This event is designed for children 3 to 9 years old. Must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Vacaville Fire Department, IAFF Local #3501            […]