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Committed to serve the needs of all of California's museums, regardless of size and discipline, CAM provides a variety of programs that address issues pertinent to all and serves as an advocate for museum interests with federal, state and local governments as well as with other institutions and the general public. In addition, CAM encourages the improvement of professional practices and standards within museums, and works to increase the public's understanding of and support for museums.Founded in 1906, the American Association of Museums ( AAM ) is dedicated to promoting excellence within the museum community. Through advocacy, professional education, information exchange, accreditation, and guidance on current professional standards of performance, AAM assists museum staff, boards and volunteers across the country to better serve the public.Adolfo Camarillo Ranch 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, ( 805 ) 389-8182. Regular Docent-conducted tours of the Queen Anne style Victorian are offered three days a week on Wednesdays and Sundays from 12 to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Group tours can be arranged with reservations at least 2 weeks in advance and may be scheduled seven days a week. We kindly request a $3 donation per visitor. Please note that the Camarillo Ranch acts as an event center with many weddings, receptions and private events scheduled throughout the year. Your tour time may be subject to scheduling around these events.Visitors are able to walk through the richly restored ranch home and experience the grandeur of residing in a 6, 000 square-foot house. The breathtaking Victorian exhibits two staircases, 12-foot ceilings, extensive interior woodwork, and a generous wrap around porch. Guests are also invited to stroll through the gardens, explore the massive root system of the towering Moreton Bay Fig Tree, and visit the gift shop. Public restrooms are available as well as free on site parking and street parking.Tours of the home are approximately 50 to 60 minutes and include walking and some stairs. We recommend allowing at least 1 hour and 15 minutes for your visit to the Camarillo Ranch. The Camarillo Ranch is wheelchair accessible on the first floor of the home ; however, wheelchairs are not available for rental. Guided group tours are available, by reservation, seven days a week.