The Temecula Valley Museum contains exhibits that represent life in the Temecula Valley through time and different cultures that influenced the development of the area.  The main history exhibit, The Temecula Valley Story, displays contain handcrafted artifacts, cultural items, ranching and farming equipment, documents, photographs, and more, Exhibits depict key stories, including the Luiseno Indians, Mission San Luis Rey period, establishment of the ranchos, and transportation influences including the stagecoach and railroads.

Exhibits are arranged in an historical progression that include:

THE LAND OWNERS

LIVING OFF THE LAND

TRANSPORTATION AND COMMERCE

CREATING A COMMUNITY

THE VAIL RANCH