A museum that celebrates the diversity of all the inhabitants, both past and present

DIXON, CA (MPG) - Work is underway preparing the Dixon History Museum for the artifacts that will be exhibited and displayed in the downtown building at 125 West A Street. The building is located behind Bud’s Pub and Grill and had previously been the home of the popular Barn and Pantry.

Many out of town people stop by and are a little confused when they walk through the door expecting organic fresh produce and a cup of coffee only to discover a completely different ambiance. The volunteers they encounter are working to convert the old building into a museum. The volunteers explain that the Barn and Pantry still exists, but is now two-doors down. Visitors are grateful to still be able to visit the Barn and Pantry and look forward to visiting the Dixon History Museum when they return.

Second-Vice President, Carol Abrams and member, Cammie Garton, were part of a crew that worked recently restoring several display showcases to their original splendor. The showcases had been stored for five or more years in garages, basements, and barns of Dixon Historical Society members until the Society was able to locate a building for the Dixon History Museum. The day was highly successful as painting was completed, floors were cleaned, and siding that had been blown off during the storm the previous week was repaired.

Gary Erwin was chosen to be the first Museum Director and will be working to establish a museum that celebrates the diversity of all the inhabitants, both past and present, and maintains the culture that is unique to Dixon.

The group is still hoping for a spring opening. Two additional Directors will also be named in the near future. They include a Communications Director and a Foundation Director. If you are interested in learning more about either of these volunteer positions please contact Bill Schroeder at (707) 761-9574.