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SAN DIEGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S MUSEUM


Casino Royale Fundraising Cruise

Support the San Diego County Sheriff's Museum and Education Center during a fun filled casino cruise on September 18, 2008. more information

For over 150 years, even before the first day that California was admitted into statehood of the United States of America, the San Diego County Sheriff's Department has been keeping the peace. Our museum honors the rich traditions and history of the men and women who have served with pride.

None of our history would be preserved in the excellent manner that it is without the hard work, vision and dedication of retired Deputy Sheriff Don VanHooser.

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Sheriff Edward “Ned” Bushyhead

imageThe San Diego Sheriff’s Department’s history is rich with men who were not only recognized as being excellent lawmen, but built often colorful reputations outside of law enforcement. From our first Sheriff, Agostin Harszthy, who moved north to start the California wine industry and who seemingly was eaten by an alligator, SDSO sheriffs were prominent figures throughout the history of the United States. San Diego County’s 12th sheriff, Edward “Ned” Wilkinson Bushyhead was no exception.

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