Benicia Historical Museum at the Camel Barns

Don't miss the first episode of our second Camelcast season! The season kicked off with the first of several episodes examining the history of Rancho Suscol. The area of this 84,000 acre land grant, given in 1843, spans present-day Napa and Solano counties, and includes the cities of Vallejo and Benicia. Join us as Executive Director Elizabeth d'Huart and Museum Research Historian Dr. Jim Lessenger discuss the history, people, and politics intertwined with the land in "Rancho... Suscol: Its Religious, Revolutionary, and Homestead History (Part 1)". https://bit.ly/CamelcastEp201 We hope you are enjoying the podcast, providing a camel’s eye view of Benicia’s unique history.

The Camelcast is back! Season 2 of the COVID Quarantine Camelcast kicks of with the first of several episodes examining the history of Rancho Suscol. The area of this 84,000 acre land grant, given in 1843, spans present-day Napa and Solano counties, and includes the cities of Vallejo and Benicia. Join us as Executive Director Elizabeth d'Huart and Museum Research Historian Dr. Jim Lessenger discuss the history, people, and politics intertwined with the land in Rancho Suscol: Its Religious, Revolutionary, and Homestead History (Part 1). http://bit.ly/CamelcastEp201

Join the Benicia Historical Museum and museums across CA in supporting CA’s COVID-19 health guidelines: Wear your mask Keep your distance (6 ft+) Stay home if you’re sick Wash your hands frequently... Share to show your support and tag #MuseumsForMasks! We hope to welcome you back to the Museum soon @socalmuseums @calmuseums See more

The February White Camel Sale date has been announced! Join us in Stone Hall on Thursday, February 11 between noon and 3pm for some socially-distanced browsing! https://beniciahistoricalmuseum.org/white-camel-sale-ongoi/

As we enter 2021, the White Camel sale will become a monthly event, beginning Thursday, January 7. Join us in Stone Hall between noon and 3PM on the 7th to browse our gently-used treasures! All State & County COVID-19 safety mandates will be enforced.... Looking to rehome some items to make room for your new holiday goodies? The White Camel Sale is always accepting donations! Just stop by during regular Sale hours, and speak to Sale Coordinator Deb Machado. We are particularly looking for postcards, fedoras, men's hats in general, and walking sticks!

The tenth episode of the Benicia Historical Museum’s COVID Quarantine Camelcast is live now! In "Digging Archaeology: It’s Not About Dinosaurs!", Executive Director Elizabeth d’Huart and Museum Volunteer Randi Scott talk about the field of archaeology, the varying disciplines within the field, and the vital role archaeology plays in the discovery and preservation of history. https://bit.ly/CamelcastEp10

Don't miss the final Camelcast episode of 2020, "Lincoln’s Last Read and the Benicia Connection". Find out how our 16th President is tied to the city and buildings our Museum calls home. http://bit.ly/CamelcastEp11

The White Camel Sale is back! Looking for fun and funky holiday gifts? Come in between noon and 3PM every Thursday, and browse our gently-used treasures! All State & County COVID-19 safety mandates will be enforced.... Do you have items looking for a new home? The White Camel Sale is always accepting donations! Just stop by during regular Sale hours, and speak to Sale Coordinator Deb Machado.

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This year, more than ever, the Benicia Historical Museum wishes you & your family warmth, laughter & love at Thanksgiving In a year unlike any in living memory, we would just like to give our thanks for your continued interest in and support of the Museum, and we extend our wishes to you and yours for a peaceful, joyous, and safe thanksgiving, whether in person or virtual. With gratitude,... The Board of Directors and Staff of the Benicia Historical Museum (Thanksgiving images from the BHM Archives: Thanks-giving Greeting postcard, 1909; Dance Card exterior from the Benicia Club Social and Athletic dance, Thanksgiving Eve 1912; Thanksgiving Day postcard, 1910.)

The White Camel Sale is taking a break for Thanksgiving, but will return Thursday, December 3. Come in between noon and 3PM every Thursday, and browse our gently-used treasures! All State & County COVID-19 safety mandates will be enforced. Do you have items looking for a new home? The White Camel Sale is always accepting donations! Just stop by during regular Sale hours, and speak to Sale Coordinator Deb Machado.