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SANTA YNEZ VALLEY “FREE MUSEUM DAY” SCHEDULED FOR
SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2008
Santa Ynez Valley , California —
The Santa Ynez Valley Visitors Association (SYVVA) is pleased to
announce the first-ever “FREE Museum Day” to be held on
Saturday, March 1, 2008. The following six museums located in
the Santa Ynez Valley will have FREE admission for all ages for
the entire day:
Buellton Historical Society History Room,
376 Avenue of Flags, Buellton
www.buelltonhistory.org
Open:
10:00 am-5:00 pm Phone:
805-688-7829
In 1949,
Buellton was named “ Service Town USA ” in recognition of the
service stations, motels and diners lining a newly widened US
Highway 101 through the center of town. Find out more about
Service Town and the Buell Ranch in the History Room located in
Andersen’s Pea Soup Restaurant above the gift shop.
Elverhoj Museum of History & Art, 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang www.elverhoj.org
Open:
10:00 am-4:00 pm Phone:
805-686-1211
Located
in a historic handcrafted Danish-style structure, the Elverhøj
Museum showcases Solvang’s rich history and celebrates the
Danish-American pioneer spirit and the colorful heritage of
Denmark . The Museum Gallery features changing exhibitions of
regional, national and international art.
Hans Christian Andersen Museum, 1680 Mission Drive, Solvang www.bookloftsolvang.com/museum.htm
Open: 9:00
am-5:00 pm Phone: 805-688-2052
Honoring
the multi-talented Danish father of the modern fairy tale,
such as
"The Ugly Duckling", "The Little Mermaid", "The
Emperor's New Clothes", "The Princess and
the Pea". This second story garret
above the Book Loft store is filled to the rafters with copies
of Andersen’s books, sketches, silhouettes and collages.
Los
Alamos Historical Display,
Bell (Hwy 135) & Helena Streets, Los Alamos www.losalamosinfo.com
Open:
10:00 am-5:00 pm Phone:
805-260-8233
Los
Alamos was established in 1876 as the United States celebrated
its 100th anniversary. The founders John Bell and James Shaw
named one of the main streets “Centennial” in honor of this
event. Find out more about this western-style rural town at this
newly opened historic exhibit.
Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum, 3596 Sagunto
Street, Santa Ynez www.syvm.org
Open: 12:
00-4:00 pm Phone: 808-688-7889
Tracing
Santa Ynez Valley history from the early Chumash Indians through
its 20th-century ranching days. Featuring a running
model train exhibit depicting the Pacific Coast Railway and
early transportation history. The Carriage House has the largest
selection of horse-drawn vehicles and carriages in the Western
USA .
Wildling Art Museum, 2329 Jonata Street , Los Olivos
www.wildlingmuseum.org
Open:
11:00 am-5:00 pm Phone: 805-688-1082
Located
in the historic Keenan-Hartley House between Mattei’s Tavern and
St. Marks Episcopal Church, the Wildling presents America ’s
wilderness in art; plus offers nature-related classes, special
events and rotating exhibits throughout the year.
According
to Executive Director Mary Harris, “This first-time event is a
great way for residents and visitors alike to experience the
incredible diversity of history, art, and culture in our Valley.
Just look for the green flag
at each venue. It’s a lot of fun for the whole family and best
of all, it’s FREE!”
SYVVA is a
non-profit organization formed in 2001 with more than 100
members that conducts marketing activities promoting year-round
tourism in the Santa Ynez Valley communities of Ballard,
Buellton, Los Alamos , Los Olivos, Santa Ynez and Solvang. For
further information, contact Mary Harris, Executive Director at
mary@SYVVA.com or by calling 805-686-0053 or
www.SantaYnezValleyVisit.com
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