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 The Young School's 9th Annual Benefit Fundraiser |
4045 N. St. Helena Highway (Castello di Amorosa) Napa Valley, Ca 94515 United States +1 707 967 9909 http://www.unaseraincantata.org/ tyschool@comcast.net |
The Young School's 9th Annual Benefit Fundraiser will take place at the Castello di Amorosa in the Napa Valley. The evening will consist of silent and live auctions and a seated four-course dinner in the Castello's Great Hall. "This is the insider's auction in the Napa Valley, one of the most highly prized yet little known live and silent auctions in Northern California," according to Auction Chair Billa Donaldson. Proxy bidding is available by downloading the form from the website. Founded in 1991 by JoAnn Bell, The Young School is a private non-profit non-denominational Montessori-derived program for children ages 6 through 12 years old/first-sixth grades. Tickets are $125/person in advance and 150/person at the door. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Hand of History |
327A Healdsburg Avenue Napa Valley, CA 95448 United States +1 707 431 2500 http://www.handfanmuseum.com/ |
The only museum dedicated to hand fans in US, the Hand Fan Museum has over 2500 modern and antique hand fans on display. The museum believes in teaching students and people about the different cultures and history with the help of hand fans. It also conducts various programs in schools for the same purpose and regularly features hand fans with different themes. One can also pick some of the beautiful hand fans from the store located in the museum. The Museum is a must visit when in Healdsburg to enjoy the beautiful and centuries old hand fans having fine and intricate designs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Healdsburg History |
221 Matheson Street Napa Valley, CA 95448 United States +1 707 431 3325 http://www.healdsburgmuseum.or... |
Healdsburg Museum and Historical Society is a organization that has helped maintain the local history of Healdsburg. Founded in 1976, the museums covers various artifacts and information dating back to the early 19 century. The other unique items housed here include early map representation of the county, handicrafts made by the original inhabitants, wine making history of the area and library containing over 8000 photographs. So if you want to browse through the history of the land, this one will definitely help. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Art To art |
50 Mark West Springs Road Napa Valley, CA 95403 United States +1 707 527 7006 / +1 707 546 3600 (Box Office) http://www.wellsfargocenterart... info@wellsfargocenterarts.com |
A premier center of popular entertainment and cultural arts, the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts is dedicated to promoting artistic work through its modern program schedule. This center has a Museum of Contemporary Art and a main stage that exhibits contemporary works. It also conducts special school workshops and classroom visits for children. It can easily be called the best exponent of contemporary art in Northern California. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Marina Ivanova |
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Pioneers viniculture and more |
55 Presidents Circle Napa Valley, CA 94599 United States +1 707 944 0500 http://www.napavalleymuseum.org info@napavalleymuseum.org |
This is an intriguing collection, rooted in Napa's pioneering and winemaking history but ranging as far afield as the Andes (an upcoming temporary exhibit displays Bolivian textiles). The museum is housed in fashionably deconstructed quarters of recent vintage, with lofty, open interiors. The exhibit spaces are intelligently arranged and well lit, making good use of Napa's abundant natural light. Its educational programs, particularly strong hands-on art training for kids. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of The Egg Basket |
20 Fourth Street Napa Valley, CA 94952 United States +1 707 778 4398 http://www.petalumamuseum.com/ petalumamuseum@iscweb.com |
Petaluma Historical Library and Museum is part of a building originally built in the early 20 century. The museum is famed for the various articles it houses and the free-standing leaded glass dome that is a part of the building and the largest in North California. The exhibits here are about the egg and dairy industries, the riverside and the Miwok Indians. The Museum also has a historical research library that includes books on genealogy, architectural research of Petaluma, early maps, the Vallejo land grant and books relating to the exhibits of the Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Where Students Learn From Animals |
201 Fair Street Napa Valley, CA 94952 United States +1 707 778 4787 http://www.petalumawildlifemus... info@petalumawildlifemuseum.org |
Petaluma Wildlife & Natural Science Museum, is the only museum in the world run by students. The museum has a huge collection of taxidermied animals as also live animals. Since the museum also doubles as a class room, the museum is open the public on the first Saturday of the month. Apart from the above mentioned the museum also includes an aviary, dioramas, Fossil and mineral collection. It is a great place to learn about the jungle people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local history and color |
1311 Washington St Napa Valley, CA 94515 United States +1 707 942 5911 http://www.sharpsteen-museum.org museum@napanet.net |
This museum divides its exhibits between the work of Disney animator Ben Sharpsteen and his colleagues and topics of local historical interest. Particular attention is given to Sam Brannan, who gave the town its name (see History City Guide). Brannan, a colorful character and pitchman, is also credited with sparking the 1849 Gold Rush. The Sharpsteen's great strength is its focus. The exhibits are invariably interesting and amusing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
