"Our mission is to honor the people who came before us by rescuing, preserving, researching, and displaying the county's rich history to ensure that its significance will be appreciated for generations to come."
The El Dorado County Historical Society was founded in 1939 as a private non-profit organization. It is a volunteer group of generous and dedicated members who are active throughout the county.
Upcoming Events:Chief Coppa Hembo Dedication The El Dorado County Historical Society and the El Dorado County Historical Museum will have a table at the 10th Annual Nature Fest. Local history books and information will be available.
Wakamastu Farm Festival - May 18, 2013 Wagon Train/BBQ Cook Off - June 8, 2013 El Dorado County Historical Society - July 9, 2013
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New Book
This book takes its readers to places in El Dorado County outside of "Old Hangtown" through a unique collection of rare photographs, housed at the El Dorado County Historical Museum. It provides a journey along the routes traveled by early prospectors and the Pony Express and over the tracks of the old narrow-gauge logging railroads. El Dorado County: A Pictorial History reveals the many diverse economies, such as ranching and agriculture, that sustained local communities long after the gold played out. $25.00 ON SALE NOW AT THE COUNTY MUSEUM AND THE PLACERVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUM
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New Display at the Fountain and Tallman Museum
Learn about the Carson-Mormon Emigrant TrailNew Display created by Emma Holm
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Mountain Quarries Railroad
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El Dorado Western RailwayFind out about train rides!
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