Museum open 10 - 2 Fri, Sat, and Sun. Or contact us for appointment and tour.
Southern Tuolumne County Historical Society
Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum
Welcome to the Southern Tuolumne County Historical Society
The Southern Tuolumne County Historical Society (STCHS) is a volunteer community organization dedicated to the preservation and celebration of the colorful history of the area “south of the Tuolumne River.” Groveland and Big Oak Flat were 1850s Gold Rush towns which later thrived as a gateway to Yosemite National Park. The centerpiece of STCHS is the Groveland Yosemite Gateway Museum in Groveland welcoming visitors from all over the world, and all year long. STCHS also advances its goals by building preservation projects, community education, and the History Resource Center.
WINE TASTING CRUISE - IT'S JUST AROUND THE CORNER!
SATURDAY, MAY 17 - PINE MOUNTAIN LAKE
Groveland's favorite early summer event is the annual STCHS Wine Tasting Cruise on Pine Mountain Lake. With wine and snacks, warm sunshine, and a relaxing ride on the Lake - what's not to like? Join us now - because we nearly always sell out early!
STCHS HISTORY PROGRAM - DONNER PARTY PRESENTATION
7 p.m. Groveland Resilience Center
STCHS is renewing its history speakers' program with an intriguing glimpse into a lesser-known aspect of the famous Donner Party expedition. Local author Eugene Hart will discuss the role of Lansford Hastings who had a role in encouraging the Donner Party to make its ill-fated trip. Join us and learn something new about this always-fascinating topic.
IN MEMORIAM: LEONARD CASSARETTO
STCHS joins many in Groveland in mourning the passing of long-time community figure, Leonard Cassaretto, in early December. He was a member of a prominent local family with roots back to the Gold Rush days and remained a force in the community throughout his life. He was a long-time supporter of STCHS with many contributions of all descriptions - financial, organizational, and other. HIs family's story is chronicled as one of the exhibits in the Groveland Museum. He will be missed.
VISIT THE MUSEUM - WE'RE OPEN!
At the Museum we're normally open Friday to Sunday, 10 to 2 p.m. We're often open for visitors during special holidays such as year end, school breaks, and the like. In addition, if you'd like to visit our Museum when we're not usually open, just call or e-mail us to request a special opening just for you. We'll get back to you as soon as we can to schedule a convenient time.
Museum phone - 209 962 0300. President Harriet Codeglia - 415 516 1852. E-mail - gygmstchs@gmail.com
Have Fun while Meeting People
Become a Docent
The Museum is always looking to add volunteers to greet and welcome visitors to the Museum. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet people from all over the country and the world. Docents serve at their own schedule with no obligation other than to enjoy themselves. Sign up on the "Docent" page of the website.
Groveland Big Oak Flat History Book for Sale
STCHS's local history book, Groveland Big Oak Flat, is on sale in the Museum or online. For only $5 shipping, you can send the best of Tuolumne history to yourself or someone you know. With 200+ vintage photos, it's the perfect glimpse into our area's colorful history. Buy online, or send your order form by e-mail.