CHERRY VALLEY, CA – Riverside County Fifth District Supervisor Dr. Yxstian Gutierrez, in partnership with the Riverside County Office of Economic Development, invites the public to celebrate the Grand Reopening of the newly renovated Edward Dean Museum & Gardens. The ceremony will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 9401 Oak Glen Road, Cherry Valley, CA 92223.
“Arts and culture bring people together and help define a community’s identity,” said Supervisor Gutierrez. “I’m thrilled to welcome residents back to the Edward Dean Museum & Gardens to enjoy its art, history, and beautifully refreshed grounds.”
The Edward Dean Museum & Gardens will debut a series of transformative enhancements designed to elevate the visitor experience and expand opportunities for special events. The museum interior now features new flooring and updated paint, creating a brighter, more welcoming environment. The museum also highlights an America’s 250th anniversary exhibit, through the end of 2026. Additionally, the new Kay Plaza, an elegant outdoor venue that blends indoor and outdoor settings for weddings and community celebrations. The adjacent Kay Building has been expanded to include larger restrooms and a modernized kitchen, supporting events of all sizes.
Additional improvements include upgraded parking, extensive ADA compliant accessibility features, refreshed landscaping, and advanced water quality drainage systems. Together, these upgrades create a more welcoming, accessible, and picturesque destination for visitors and museum patrons.
