Our Fall hours go into effect next week: Thur – Sat 2 to 4.

If you haven’t been up to check out the Museum recently, we have new things on exhibit and even more on the horizon. Special items from the George Proctor collection are making their way into our exhibit rotation.

Thanks to the people in the community who are helping make our vision of preserving the memories of eastern Santa Cruz county a reality. You know who you are and we appreciate your generosity.

We are making great progress on the restoration of the Lochiel Schoolhouse.

The Patagonia Museum conducts litter cleanups on Highway 82, between Mileposts 18 and 19, on a seasonal basis.

Please join The Patagonia Museum and help preserve and collect the history and culture of eastern Santa Cruz County. For as little as $35 a year ( $5 if you are a student) you can make a difference. Download our membership application here. If you would like to send a check in support of our efforts to promote an appreciation and awareness of our local history and culture.

You may also join or renew through our “Donate Now” button on this page. Please allow PayPal to send us your name, email and mailing address to confirm your membership. If you would add a note on the donation indicating it is for your annual membership, we would appreciate it.

The Patagonia Museum became a member of the Creative Spirit Artists Gallery in January 2013. The gallery is open seven days a week from 10am to 4pm. Our merchandise space is located in the rear area of the gallery, 317 McKeown Avenue, Patagonia.