Protect, Preserve, Interpret

General Info

Founded in 1966, the mission of the Goleta Valley Historical Society is to collect, preserve, interpret and foster research and Goleta Valley's history through exhibits, programs, and stewardship of the historic Rancho La Patera, home to the pioneer Stow family.

Extra Phones

Phone: 805-681-7217

Hours

Regular Hours

Mon - Fri:	9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat - Sun:	12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Categories

Building Restoration & Preservation, Foundations-Educational, Philanthropic, Research, Historical Places, Meeting & Event Planning Services, Museums

Services/Products

The Goleta Valley Historical Society is the steward for the historic Rancho La Patera and Stow House, which they operate as a museum. The Society provides educational history-based programs to area school children, does reasearch, preservation and exhibition of local Goleta history, and sponsors many events throughout the year, including an Old-fashion 4th of July, Fiesta Ranchera, Music at the Ranch free concert series, and Holiday at the Ranch.

Payment Options

Brands

Stow and Rancho La Patera

Location

Just off the 101 freeway at Los Carneros off ramp. Take Los Carneros north, approximately one-quarter mile to the shared parking lot with the train depot.

Neighborhood

Los Carneros Park

Amenities

Stow House (c. 1873), a gothic-style pioneer home, furnished and open for tours on weekends and by appointment, plus a Visitor Interpretive Center, Museum Store, and hands-on exhibits in the Dale and George Cavalletto Educational Center.

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