GATEKEEPERS MUSEUM

TAHOE CITY, CA

The Gatekeepers Museum is located in Tahoe City, California and is a historic museum that showcases the cultural and natural history of the Lake Tahoe region. The museum was established in 1987 by the North Lake Tahoe Historical Society and is housed in a rustic log cabin that was originally built in 1909 for Robert Montgomery Watson, a prominent businessman.

The museum exhibits feature a collection of artifacts and photographs that celebrate the Washoe Tribe, pioneers, and early tourism in the Lake Tahoe area. The museum boasts an impressive collection of Native American baskets, clothing, and tools. Visitors can also see the original gatekeeper’s cabin that was used to control the flow of water from Lake Tahoe into the Truckee River during the early 1900s.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum hosts a range of educational programs and events, including lectures, workshops, and guided tours. The museum is open to the public from May through October and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The Gatekeepers Museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in learning about the rich history of the Lake Tahoe region.

GATEKEEPERS MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in TAHOE CITY CA. US MID #8400600241

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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Contact GATEKEEPERS MUSEUM

• telephone: 5305831762
• website: http://www.northtahoemuseums.org

NORTH LAKE TAHOE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND GATEKEEPERS MUSEUM
130 W LAKE BLVD
TAHOE CITY
CA
96145

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