Aubrey Matthews on the Tuskegee Airmen Aubrey Matthews is an avid historian of the Tuskegee Airmen, having spent extensive time studying, recording history of, and traveling, to discuss their impactful history on the USA and Air Force. The Tuskegee Airmen were a historically black group of fighter pilots, with the first aviation class of 13 […]
IMAGES FROM PREVIOUS EXHIBITS ON SALE NOWEver wanted to have a small memento of Solano County history? Now is your chance! The Museum will be selling images printed on foam core that have been utilized in past exhibits! To look through the available content, please schedule an appointment at 707-447-4513, or stop by during gallery […]
3/8/2023 at 5 pm: Soroptimist International In celebration of International Women's Day, The Vacaville Museum will be hosting Soroptimist International, who will be presenting on women in aviation.
Alina Solodovnikova- Adams has been making the world a more beautiful place note by note for years. She is passionate about both teaching and performing, and has been doing that in the United States for more than 20 years. The native of Ukraine made a musical impact in her new home almost immediately, joining the […]
As they view the exteriors of the beautiful historic homes along Buck Avenue, Guild members will share gems of information gathered from the Museum archives and family stories from the past and present. An additional tour involves learning the interesting and fascinating history of downtown Vacaville. You will also be invited to enjoy light refreshments […]
4/15/2023 at 3 pm: Paul Mirich As the Executive Director of The Rowland Freedom Center for the past 9 year, Paul will share some amazing aspects of his time working in the Center, and talk about the most unique and intriguing items that have passed through their doors.
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 […]
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 […]