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The Gold Rush Museum
601 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, United States
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Review №1

Friendly and informative staff shared a brief history of the California gold rush with us. After, we explored the museum which was well curated and had incredible attention to detail. Its just the right size, so we didnt get museum fatigue. We highly recommend it.

cl
Review №2

Small but very informative. Learned new facts about the Gold Rush days. The gentleman behind the desk was super nice and helpful.

Vi
Review №3

A small, free museum, it is perfect for families. There is a small stream where kids can experience panning for gold. The tweet wall is hilarious. The tidbits about locals are interesting without being too long, yet you can explore more of you want to. The interactive mineshaft was a fascinating way to experience what life in the mines was like.Overall, it is a great little museum to learn about the gold rush, without spending a lot of time or money.

Pl
Review №4

The Gold Rush Museum is the go to place to find out more about the California Gold Rush. Its well worth a visit and great for the whole family!

El
Review №5

Loved visiting the entire museum so very interesting. All about our local area. Organized so well. A great adventure for all ages.A must see, enjoyable for long time residents also.

Tr
Review №6

This place is a little dated, though what they have on display kept my kids entertained for over an hour. The pictures are amazing!

Li
Review №7

My kids enjoyed themselves here. They really loved learning about gold mining. It’s not a big museum but it’s still a good educational experience.

He
Review №8

Cool things to learn and do. The guide there was extremely helpful, kind, and generous. We loved learning how to pan for gold, exploring the mine exhibit, and all the other exhibits there. Make sure you ask about that giant metal scoop out front!

Ja
Review №9

This would have been nice to check it out. Miss the hour.

Va
Review №10

Volunteers maintaining the museum are wonderful people. The exhibits have a lot of personal charm and effort put into them. A small museum, but one full of character and passion.

Je
Review №11

Very small museum with artifacts from local golf Rush period. Interesting displays.

Ta
Review №12

A must stop if you want to do something out of the ordinary. Great to learn about gold country!

Li
Review №13

Smaller museum but very informative about the Gold Rush era.

La
Review №14

Very cool! Lots of interesting information and its all Free!

Ed
Review №15

Nice clean park, very friendly and helpful staff.

ro
Review №16

Awsome place to look at history

Jo
Review №17

Its a nice little museum, the person in there could tell you all about the gold rush. You could also do a bit of panning for gold.

Sh
Review №18

The volunteers here are so accompanying and friendly. Worth a visit.

Si
Review №19

Fun place to look around.

Tr
Review №20

The elders are very eager to help the youngans and the exhibits are true to form.

Ga
Review №21

Very interesting knowledgeable docent.

An
Review №22

Free... great place to visit and learn about the Gold Rush.

St
Review №23

Way too small of a museum.

tr
Review №24

Beautiful!

ju
Review №25

Nicest docents

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  • Address:601 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603, United States
  • Site:https://www.placer.ca.gov/departments/facility/parks/parks-content/museums/gold-country-museum
  • Phone:+1 530-889-6500
Categories
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:Closed
  • Wednesday:1–4pm
  • Thursday:1–4pm
  • Friday:1–4pm
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
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