San Fernando Valley Historical Society & Adobe Museum

San Fernando Valley Historical Society & Adobe Museum Free, local history museum located inside the 2nd oldest home in Los Angeles! SFVHS est. 1943

The San Fernando Valley Historical Society was founded on July 4, 1943. Its purpose is to research, collect and preserve the history, art and culture of the San Fernando Valley. To link the past, present and future, the Society strives to offer a variety of programs that will educate and entertain the public. The Society is caretaker of the Andres Pico Adobe, one of the oldest homes in the City of

Los Angeles. The Adobe's interior houses a museum of San Fernando Valley history, featuring exhibit galleries, a research library, photographic archives, meeting room, and small souvenir sales area. The Society offers educational programs, field trips, commemorative celebrations, publications, museum tours (including group tours for adults and school classes), volunteer opportunities, as well as many other activities. Continuing the Valley's Legacy The San Fernando Valley Historical Society is dedicated to continuing the Valley's legacy for future generations by:

• Preserving the history and cultural heritage of all groups of peoples in the San Fernando Valley.
• Providing a stimulating forum for general education about San Fernando Valley history.
• Creating a dynamic learning environment for children with opportunities for youth programs.
• Serving as a community resource for continuing educational opportunities and internship programs.
• Maintaining a significant photographic archive that provides a visual history of the San Fernando Valley.
• Developing the San Fernando Valley's foremost historical collection.
• Promoting tourism in the San Fernando Valley, thereby supporting the area's economy.
• Touching as many lives as possible who share an enthusiasm for history.

Save the date! Adobe Days is back, and this year it’s happening at the Andrés Pico Adobe in their beautiful park. Don’t ...
04/30/2026

Save the date! Adobe Days is back, and this year it’s happening at the Andrés Pico Adobe in their beautiful park. Don’t miss the fun.

We’re bringing Vegan Fare to the Top of LA! 🌱💚Join us Saturday, April 25, 2026 💚🌱 Where:San Fernando Pioneer Memorial Ce...
04/17/2026

We’re bringing Vegan Fare to the Top of LA! 🌱💚Join us Saturday, April 25, 2026 💚🌱

Where:
San Fernando Pioneer Memorial Cemetery
Time: 12pm-6pm

Bring your vegan and vegan curious belly’s for a fun filled day enjoying delicious food provided by local vendors, learn plant-based solutions for a sustainable future, and help this treasured historical site fundraise for a new shed!

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🎨 Craft tables for kids or kids at heart!

🛍️ Enter a raffle for cool prizes! 🎟️

🪦 Take a tour of the cemetery!

Tickets available through PayPal (Scan the QR code!), EventBrite 🎟️

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Zelle: [email protected]

Join us this upcoming Saturday for our monthly cleanup😊Help us maintain the grounds of the historic Pioneer Memorial Cem...
03/18/2026

Join us this upcoming Saturday for our monthly cleanup😊

Help us maintain the grounds of the historic Pioneer Memorial Cemetery! We are completely volunteer run and always need any help we can get!

Bring a friend and bring some gardening gloves🥰

Hope to see you there!

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This Saturday, all proceeds will support the preservation and beautification of the cemetery.
03/13/2026

This Saturday, all proceeds will support the preservation and beautification of the cemetery.

In Memory of Midge Gisel (1929–2026)Midge Gisel began her life in show business as a child actor with the Rubinettes, ev...
03/07/2026

In Memory of Midge Gisel (1929–2026)

Midge Gisel began her life in show business as a child actor with the Rubinettes, even appearing in the "Our Gang" comedies. She loved sharing stories from those early Hollywood days—like spotting Alfalfa on set or laughing about the time Mickey Rooney asked her on a date, only to have her mother firmly say no.

In time, Midge became the heart and soul of the San Fernando Valley Historical Society and helped oversee the Andrés Pico Adobe, and her passion for the site and its history was truly contagious. Over the years she served the Society in many roles—President, Immediate Past President, Curator—and gave her energy and dedication to every project she touched.

Even after stepping down as Curator, Midge continued to make newcomers feel welcome, often sending handwritten notes to new members. That thoughtful gesture was so very Midge.

Midge passed away peacefully at the age of 96, leaving behind a loving family and countless friends who cherished her warmth and kindness.

Though she is gone, her presence remains at the Adobe—in every story shared, every tour given, and every corner touched by her care.

⭐️DONATIONS NEEDED⭐️If you were unable to come to our previous donation drop offs, don’t fear you have more chances!We w...
02/26/2026

⭐️DONATIONS NEEDED⭐️

If you were unable to come to our previous donation drop offs, don’t fear you have more chances!

We will be accepting donations at the Andres Pico Adobe in Mission Hills March 1 & 2. Be sure to let the main office know!

The donations will be used for our upcoming yard sale on March 14th❤️ All proceeds will benefit the cemetery🤩

We will accept gently used items. No bulky furniture.

Items can be:
-Clothing
-Shoes
-Housewares
-Accessories
-Home Decor
-Books & Media (No large books such as encyclopedias/dictionaries)
-Toys
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Questions? DM us or Email us!
[email protected]

🎉RUMMAGE SALE🎉We will be having our biannual rummage sale Saturday, March 14th 8:30am to 2pm 🙌🏼We always have a mix of f...
02/22/2026

🎉RUMMAGE SALE🎉

We will be having our biannual rummage sale Saturday, March 14th 8:30am to 2pm 🙌🏼

We always have a mix of fun items at great prices😊
All proceeds go to the upkeep of the cemetery as we rely on donations only!

We hope to see you there❤️

Looks like fun!🍊🍊🍊
02/06/2026

Looks like fun!
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The annual fruit pick at Orcutt Ranch in West Hills will be held on February 21st and 22nd this year! 🍊

01/22/2026
We were saddened to learn of the passing of Mark Masek. Many of you will remember him from his presentation on Valhalla ...
01/03/2026

We were saddened to learn of the passing of Mark Masek. Many of you will remember him from his presentation on Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery back in March 2024.

Mark was a gifted writer and the author of Hollywood Remains to Be Seen, along with several guidebooks that inspired and guided a new generation of grave hunters. Through his work, he encouraged curiosity, respect, and a deep appreciation for the forgotten stories found in cemeteries and in Hollywood history. His books didn’t just provide directions — they opened doors to discovery.

He will be greatly missed. Mark was truly a kind and generous person.

Address

10940 Sepulveda Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA
91345

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+18183657810

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