SHADELANDS RANCH HISTORICAL MUSEUM

WALNUT CREEK, CA

Shadelands Ranch Historical Museum is a historic museum located in Walnut Creek, California. The museum is housed in the Shadelands Ranch Estate, which was built in 1903 by Hiram Penniman, a wealthy businessman, and his wife Mary. The building is a fine example of colonial revival architecture and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum showcases the history of Walnut Creek and its surrounding areas, with exhibits that feature the early settlers, the agricultural industry, and the growth of the city. Visitors can explore the various rooms of the mansion, including the dining room, living room, and bedrooms, which have been restored to their original condition, with period furnishings and accessories.

The museum also includes a carriage house, which houses a collection of vintage carriages, wagons, and farm equipment. The grounds of the museum feature a beautiful garden, which is maintained by volunteers and showcases the plants and flowers that were popular during the early 1900s.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and concerts. The Shadelands Ranch Historical Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history of Walnut Creek and the surrounding areas.

SHADELANDS RANCH HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WALNUT CREEK CA. US MID #8400600068

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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• telephone: 9259421073

SHADELANDS RANCH HISTORICAL MUSEUM
2660 YGNACIO VALLEY RD.
WALNUT CREEK
CA
94598

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