Museum open 10 - 2 Thurs to Sun. Or contact us for appointment and tour.
Museum open 10 - 2 Thurs to Sun. Or contact us for appointment and tour.


In keeping with its mission to promote awareness of local history, STCHS presents regular talks of community interest. Now scheduled for the first Friday of each month (with winter break), the presentations take place at 7 p.m. in the Groveland Resilience Center. Groveland residents and visitors are invited for an enjoyable evening of learning, candy snacks, and neighborly friendship. The events are free, but donations are welcomed.
Stories of the many women of Tuolumne County who helped shape their community.
An entertaining look at the life of Harry Cobden of Big Oak Flat who knew a Pope and first ran the Tuolumne River.
Beth Pratt and Robb Hirsch discuss their new book on wildlife in Yosemite.
Learn about Leonard Hastings who played a role in the Donner Party's misfortune...
Local geologist Jeff Tollhurst examines the geological wonders along Highway 120
Discover the history of the Hetch Hetchy Railroad in Groveland.
Brad Rothfuss, General Manager of Hetch Hetchy, reviews HH's first century.
The ecology of Ackerson Meadow, the largest recent addition to Yosemite Park.
Local author Janet Gregory reviews the history of Pine Mountain Lake and its airport.
Legendary climber Ken Yager entertains with stories of early rock climbing in the Park.
Robb Hirsh, Groveland's well known wildlife photographer, discusses his craft
Maxx Wheeler recounts his adventures in the tunnels and mines under Sonora.