The Valley Beautiful ~ Architecture

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Architecture is a frame for our daily lives and an expression of beauty for each generation, providing memories that last more than a lifetime. This exhibit, organized by building type, offers a fresh look at the diverse structures that define our region — from homes to historic landmarks to modern designs. By exploring these buildings, we can a deeper appreciation of how they tell our community story and shape our future.

The Valley Beautiful: Architecture is the first in a three-part series of exhibits telling the story of Napa Valley’s allure and how cultural pride and a sense of community have employed architecture, music, and art to amplify and enhance the valley from the earliest historic times through today.

Sub-Themes

Architectural Eras

Architectural Eras

Governmental

Government

Residential

Residential

Education

Education

Sacred Spaces

Sacred Spaces

Commercial

Commercial

Bay Displays

In our exhibit hall, we develop four small, mini-exhibit topics to fill the four bay windows.
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Redevelopment

Architects

Architects

Architectural Details

Nominate a Historic Building

Nominate a Historic Building

Display Cases

Click here to see the napa County Landmarks Case

Napa County Landmarks

Click here to see the Drafting case

Drafting

Tools of the Trade

Click here to see the finishing elements case

Finishing Elements