Since West County Museum opened its doors in 1993, we have accumulated a large collection of historical artifacts that reflect the people, community, and livelihoods of Western Sonoma County from its early pioneer days as a Mexican Land Grant to the diverse community it is today.  

Our artifacts are housed in a Pacific Fruit Express ‘boxcar’ that once traveled the electric rails of the  Petaluma and Santa Rosa Railway that helped establish businesses, employment and apple dynasties in West County.

Sample artifacts

1921  WATER PITCHER – part of seven-piece wash stand set of ironstone China, pink & white floral design from J&G Meakin.  Text on bottom of pitcher:  “Oxford  Ironstone China J&G Meakin Hanley England”.

Ecru tea dress, circa 1915-18 owned by EILEEN MILLER

Kodak 120 box brownie, dark green leatherette, c. 1920s.

Vintage magazine “Success Magazine”. March 1908