Candlelight Tours of Ventura's Historic Olivas Adobe

Take a step back in time with a free candlelight tour of Ventura's historic Olivas Adobe. From 5:30pm to 7:30pm on Sunday, December 11, 2011, you can see how Christmas was celebrated in the Old California Rancho tradition by taking a guided candlelight tour at the Olivas Adobe (4200 Olivas Park Dr). Each tour will be headed by a volunteer guide from the Olivas Adobe Historical Interpreters, a local non-profit group who champions the preservation of Southern California's only remaining Monterey-style adobe home from the Gold Rush times.

Every room of Ventura's Olivas Adobe home will be decorated in a unique holiday style celebrating traditions from the past. In addition to the free guided tour, all visitors will see skits depicting the Old California lifestyle performed by the Olivas Adobe Historical Interpreters in full costumed glory. There will also be live music and refreshments available. Make sure to dress warmly because it will be a chilly evening.

While the tours are free, reservations are still required. Tour times fill up quickly, so call 805-658-4726 now to make your reservation. You don't want to miss out on all the fun. Learn about Old California history and celebrate the holidays with your family by joining in on a free candlelight tour of Ventura's historic Olivas Adobe.

Dave and Pat Zumbrun, Your Ventura County real estate specialists