Last updated: 5/28/2011
5119 Jessie Street
Mariposa, CA 95338
P.O. Box 606
Mariposa, CA 95338
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Ron Loya
phone: 209-966-2924
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An authentic picture of people and life in Mariposa County from the migration of its first inhabitants, through the Spanish and Mexican periods, to the famed California Gold Rush and the recent past. Indian artifacts, mining equipment, historic buildings, family collections, and research/archive department.
Facilitate the development and growth of the museum collection through the acquisition, preservation, exhibition, and interpretation of the artifacts of Mariposa County for the dedicated purpose of educating the public about the history and culture of its past residents.
Founded in 1957, the museum is a non profit corporation administered by a board of 14 directors, and staffed by volunteer docents.
Antiquities, archaeology, archives, basketry, period clothing, ethnic & tribal art, furniture, historic buildings, mining equipment, jewelry, mineralogy, painting, photography, prints/drawing, mercantile store.
Mariposa County government records dating to 1849. Pioneer Family documents and photos. Local gold mining information.
Group tours and research services may be arranged with advanced notice. Monthly "Fireside Chat" history talks, call museum for times and dates.
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars, Members
Appointment required: True
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