GRASS VALLEY MUSEUM

GRASS VALLEY, CA

The Grass Valley Museum is a small historical museum located in Grass Valley, California. It is operated by the Nevada County Historical Society and showcases the history of the town and surrounding area. The museum is housed in a former Carnegie Library building, which was built in 1903 and served as a library until 1951.

Inside the museum, visitors can explore exhibits that highlight the history of the Gold Rush era, the development of the town's mining industry, and the lives of the pioneers who settled in the area. There are also displays of Native American artifacts and exhibits on the town's agricultural heritage.

One of the museum's most popular exhibits is the recreated assay office, which gives visitors a glimpse into the process of assaying gold during the Gold Rush era. Other exhibits include a replica of a Chinese herbalist's shop and a collection of antique firefighting equipment.

The Grass Valley Museum also hosts special events and educational programs throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and workshops. It is open to the public year-round, and admission is free. The museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the history of Grass Valley and the surrounding area.

GRASS VALLEY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GRASS VALLEY CA. US MID #8400600894

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 90,267 from tax period 201306 (YYYYMM).

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HISTORIC MOUNT ST MARYS PRESERVATION COMMITTEE
410 S CHURCH ST
GRASS VALLEY
CA
95945-6722

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