Some of history’s most reviled and frightful people are portrayed in Really Awful People, the George Stuart Historical Figures® exhibit opening September 13 and running through November 13 at the Museum of Ventura County. The ¼ life-size sculptural figures are renowned for their expressiveness and intricately detailed costumes.

The accompanying monologues about history’s evil standouts are among George Stuart’s most popular. Part I will be on Tuesdays, October 4, and Part II will be on Tuesday, November 1, with both presentations at 1:30 p.m. For reservations call (805) 641-1876 ext. 7. Admission for the general public is $15, for museum members $10

Among the legendary personalities Really Awful People highlights are Vlado Tepes, or Vlad the Impaler, the historical figure upon whom Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula was based; Jack the Ripper, the unidentified serial killer active in London in late 1888; 15th century Elizabeth Bathory, who according to legend killed 600 virgins in order to bath in their blood to renew her beauty; Roman Emperor Nero; and dictators Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin.

The Museum of Ventura County is located at 100 East Main Street in downtown Ventura. Hours are 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. For more museum information go to www.venturamuseum.org or call 805-653-0323.