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        Protect, Preserve, Interpret

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        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.
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        Phone: (805) 681-7217

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        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.
        Brands
        Stow and Rancho La Patera
        Payment method
        mastercard, visa, debit, check, paypal
        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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        Categories
        Building Restoration & Preservation, Foundations-Educational, Philanthropic, Research, Historical Places, Meeting & Event Planning Services, Museums

        Details

        Phone: (805) 681-7216

        Address: 304 N Los Carneros Rd, Goleta, CA 93117

        Website: Home page

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