Oxnard - Ventura County Maritime Museum

The Ventura County Maritime Museum in Oxnard has one of the two largest collections of antique Prisoner of War sailing ship models in the United States. Models trace maritime history over 3,000 years from reed boats to modern day carriers. The museum also features a large maritime art collection including original 17th century Dutch Masters to well known contemporary artists such as John Stobart, David Thimgan, and Thomas Hoyne. Other highlights include information on local maritime history, whaling and whales, local Native Americans - the Chumash people, as well as navigation instruments.