I visited this museum last week for the very first time. It is so full of history you must see it to understand it all. It is a very brief but well done overview of the Auburn & Placer county areas from the 1840s moving forward. Auburn was a very important town in the Gold Rush days. The railroad went through Auburn as well (still does.)

Loved the museum here. It was very fun to walk through though it was kind of small. The architecture is gorgeous. There is free parking and the entrance is free as well.

Ok, Im biased. I grew up here, lived here most of my life and after every travel experience, I can say I still love being here. Gold Country is relaxed & gorgeous, full of history (native and introduced) and town folk are nice. Old bars, good restaurants and a unique atmosphere - what you see is what you get. Having this gorgeous center piece of an architecturally impressive building is something I can brag about. Nothing is extraordinary thrilling about Auburn, but thats what makes it feel like home. Its subtle, its old school, its a big fat hug - it has spoiled me for anything else!

The sheriff at the entry point was one of the coolest people we have ever met. He was friendly helpful knowledgeable and an amazing advocate for his town and county and we very much appreciated all of his amazing tourist advice

Nestled on the ground floor of an old historic building this gem of a museum gives a great insight into local history over the past 100 years. Dont miss the womens jail beneath the North stairs. Asking questions will likely get you great insight from the attendants.

I just went there to meet someone,but this is a historical well kept and extremely beautiful for taking pictures.

Pleasant little exhibit room, with a few other exhibits along the hallways. Made for a nice rest stop.

So very interesting, a must see if you are into local history. I brought friends from out of town, they loved it. I grew up in Newcastle and I thoroughly enjoyed, walking through history. Many Native American artifacts, baskets, full body, models of Native American leathers, beaded clothing, grinding stones, photographs etc. Enjoy the history through the years. Outstanding Native American Baskets. The Courthouse is still in operation, their is security at the entrance.

Was closed, but looked cute!

Ok so I went there for Jury Duty but after I walked around. What a beautiful building. The judge gave us a mini history lesson about the building. It was really interesting. Crown mold is gorgeous. Huge wood doors. Beautiful building. And the judge was really cool. Great experience. Sadly I wasnt chosen.

Beautiful old timey building

Nice to be here. They have cleanest restrooms too

Great museum. It’s not a big place but it was a great learning experience. So different from all the other museums in the Bay Area and SoCal.

Enjoy seeing the buildings that have so much history in and around them.

This is in the basement of a beautiful historic court house. There are some nice exhibits here but overall this is a small museum.

Great haunting tour for 17 yr old grandson & I. We had sensational time!

Formerly the California Capital Building, the architecture is testimony to former grandeur.

Enjoyed the day exploring and the museum was interesting. the guy who was there was telling us more about the history of auburn

Awesome place. Free museum

The history over there is very interesting

Gorgeous building filled with lovingly displayed history.

This place was absolutely gorgeous

A multifaceted approach to the human history of the area, native and immigrant, with a strong focus on the lives and details of the average residents daily lives. Lots of interesting photos and artifacts. Be sure to engage the docent and learn even more. Housed in a working courthouse so leave your pocket knife in the car; you wont get through security.

Cute little museum about the history of auburn and the gold rush. Plus a great photo spot outside.

Beautiful building and surrounding areas.

The history there is incredible, beautiful building.

A free museum with awesome history and volunteers. It is on the first floor of the historic Auburn courthouse and a definite must for anybody visiting or local to the area.

Beautiful ️

Nice little musuem. The only thing is there is no gift shop. Would have liked to buy a book to help them out

The museum features the Gold Rush Days and many Native American treasures also! Go see it!

Very intresting!

Beautiful courthouse/museum

Quaint museum. A great introduction to the history of Gold Country. Some really cool old west stuff.

One of the most Beautiful buildings architecturally speaking in Auburn. Its great place to take a few minutes to explore while you are on I80 traveling back and forth across the country. Its right off the freeway and you can snap a picture of the giant gold digger at the same time. :-)

I like to know more about American history . the 2-nd floor was closed. But anyway it was interesting ! Thank you !!!

Only saw a small part as it was closed for an event

The place is amazingThis place so cleanThis place has the best volunteersAny questions you may have they take there time and help you with there best interest ...... please as if you can go and visit

This place is amazing

They found my wallet thanks

Theres gold in them thar hills! Plus a unique collection of quilts, Indian arrowheads and baskets, gold mining pans and scales, old timey telephones and radios, and a true-to-life replica of a sheriffs office. An excellent museum, located at the beautiful Placer County Courthouse.

Well done! They are really gentle

Great for young kids

Fascinating!

Small museum, but interesting history of Placer County

Worth the stop

Very nice

Very interesting!

Great local museum in the area.

Nice

Beautiful architecture!