Welcome to Vista Historical Society & Museum at Rancho Minerva

A vital part of Vista’s heritage is the Vista Historical Society’s Museum at Rancho Minerva, where staff and docents preserve and honor the past while serving the present.

 

This Just In: Annual Barbecue!

Tickets are now on sale for our Annual Community Barbeque on Saturday, September 7, from 3 PM to 7 PM. The barbeque includes beef, pork, hot dogs, baked beans, coleslaw, and dessert. Beer and wine will be available at an additional cost. Great prizes can found at our raffle, a traditional barbeque feature. Entertainment will be live country music by "Nitro Express”.

The cost will be $30 per person for everyone 10 years of age and older. Children under 10 will pay five dollars. Sponsorships for this event are available. Each $100 sponsorship will include two free admissions.

For information on the barbeque, to purchase tickets in advance, or to become a sponsor please call the museum office at 760-630-0444, send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or click here to purchase tickets online:

BARBECUE TICKETS

Please note: BBQ tickets purchased through the website will be held in willcall.

 

Rent the Rancho Minerva Grounds Today for Your Event!

 

New! Historical Videos...

Click here to visit our growing catalog of videos about Vista.

VIDEO HISTORY OF VISTA

 

NEW! BUY A BRICK FUNDRAISER

The Vista Historical Society is starting a new fundraiser. For $150, you can have three lines inscribed on a brick that will be placed on the Museum grounds, beginning with areas along the walkways.