Madera County Historical Society — Attraction in Madera

The stately Madera County Courthouse now serves as the museum for local history. The Historical Society maintains the museum by visitor donations, purchases of books on subjects about local activities, and proceeds from sponsored events. The annual Christmas Tree decoration and other seasonal events are some of these events.

The local chapter of E Clampus Vitus recently created a monument to Madera's hard rock gold mining history. This display provides a realistic presentation of an ore cart within an underground mine. Tools used for underground mining and related equipment also are on display.

Other rooms display other eras and aspects of the early days in Madera County's history. Check the Madera County Historical Society for hours...

The museum is 3 levels and its filled with tons of Madera History. There's an entire room filled with old newspapers and photos. You'll find many other rooms authentically decorated with furnishings from past decades. You can also see the original courtroom just as it used to be. During the holidays, the museum is beautifully decorated and each room dons its own themed Christmas tree. Its definitely...

This is a great museum that shows the history of our town and California. I could spend all day here going through documents and looking at all of the collections. It is free to enter and always takes donations if you are willing. The holidays are amazing with all of the decorations that are put up. It is definitely worth a stop if you are a...