Museum of History Benicia

06/05/2026

Today, City of Benicia elected officials, staff, community members, and representatives from local organizations, participated in raising the Pride Flag in front of City Hall for Pride Month!

06/05/2026

06/03/2026

🐪 The White Camel Sale is coming! 🐪

The Museum of History Benicia is gearing up for our annual event at The Camel Barn, and we need your help to make it a success! We are officially accepting donations to feature in the sale.

📅 Donation Window: June 2nd through August 28th
⏰ Drop-off Times: Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
🚫 Please note: We cannot accept furniture or clothing donations.

Mark your calendars for the main event—The White Camel Sale—happening September 5th & 6th with FREE admission!
📍 Location: 2024 Camel Road, Benicia, CA 94510

📧 Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or call (707) 745-5435.

Spread the word and clear out those closets (just leave the clothes and couches at home)!

05/30/2026

The Museum of History Benicia (MoHB) is one of our trolley stops during the Benicia Arts Festival on Saturday, June 6th, and is worth the trip! 🎉 You'll enjoy free entry all day and the opportunity to view & learn about the historic painting in Gallery 9 by Henrietta Riddell Fish.

In the Stone Room Gallery, there is an excellent exhibit of nine different local artisits (including Charlynn Throckmorton), offering work ranging from sculpture and assemblage to a variety of painting styles and genres. 🎨

Onsite will be Vallejo Vineyards 🍷, offering libations as part of the Sip of Art History, and from 11:00am-2:00pm, they will have a fun "Musical Art" activity - similar to musical chairs but with colored pencils and paper. Fun for all ages! 😃

✨Join us for the Benicia Arts Festival ✨ Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 6th, from 10am to 5pm and watch how art BLOOMS in Benicia! Come explore the vibrant creativity of 13 galleries + Arts Benicia and:

✨ Enjoy live music throughout downtown and in select galleries while soaking in stunning public art installations along the way.

🌼 Dive into interactive arts experiences and catch artist demonstrations. Don’t miss the giant hand-made art flower installations marking the participating galleries!

🍹 Experience a Sip of Art History as actors from the Benicia Theatre Group bring famous artists to life, offering both entertainment and the chance to enjoy artist-inspired drinks.

🌸 Enjoy the artistry of Local floral designers who will be crafting breathtaking arrangements inspired by Gallery art pieces.

🚋 A vintage trolley will help you connect key locations, making it a family-friendly, walkable, and easy experience. Plan your visit with our interactive map at BeniciaArtsFestival.com.

🎉 This event is FREE and all ages are welcome! Don’t miss out on a day filled with art, music, and fun in the heart of Benicia!

For more details, go to BeniciaArtsFestival.com

05/30/2026

☀️ June is packed with fun at MoHB! ☀️

Whether you’re looking to sip some wine while diving into art history, treat the kids to giant trucks and storytimes, or stop by and say hi at the local farmers market, we have something for everyone this month.

Save the dates! 👇

🎨 June 6 (10 AM - 5 PM): Benicia Arts Festival: Charlynn Throckmorton & Sips of Art History with

🚛 June 13 (10 AM - 2 PM): Big Truck Roundup (Hosted by the )
📚 June 19 (2 PM - 3 PM): Story Time Adventures
🥕 June 25 (4 PM - 8 PM): Benicia Main Street Farmers Market (Booth hosted with the )

🎟️ Tickets, details, and more info are available on our website at www.mohbenicia.org.

We can’t wait to see you at The Camel Barn! 🐪✨



Family Fun, Support Local

05/27/2026

Head’s up! 📢 MoHB will be closed on May 29th & 30th.

Make sure to adjust your visit plans accordingly! We’ll see you all very soon. Base details in the image above. 🤍