Figueroa Street Plaza Ventura, CA  93001 This unique little museum has an interesting business plan.  They're open all the time, through rain or shine.  You just have to peek in through the window and you can enjoy their exhibits free of charge.  (It kind of reminds us of the Internet.) The equipment and pictures on display provide excellent insight into what our early firefighters actually had to endure.  The museum is located in the Plaza directly across from the Mission.  Directions: Northbound:  From the 101 take the California Street off-ramp.  At the top of the ramp go straight to Main Street.  Turn left.  The museum is four blocks and on the left. Southbound:  From the 101 take the Main Street exit.  At the bottom of the ramp turn right and stay on Main Street until you reach the Museum on your right.