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town with authentic artifacts gracing the windows of each
of the establishments. Attached to the museum is a new
archival vault, which contains over 150 years of artifacts,
papers and photographs. For availability and hours, call
(209) 966-2924.
The California State Mining and Mineral Museum is
located at the Mariposa Fairgrounds, two miles south of
Mariposa on Hwy 49 S. In 1984, the state collection of
minerals, mining machinery and artifacts was moved to
Mariposa from the Ferry Building in San Francisco.
Within a few years, a permanent location was selected at
the Fairgrounds where the collection is secure and constantly
improved. Operated by the State Department of
Recreation, this collection is frequently visited by schools
from all over the state, to study the broad collection of
mineral items found in California. The Gold exhibit is
without peer, featuring
the Fricot
nugget, an approximately
13-pound
specimen of crystalline
gold. To
arrange for tours
and for hours of
operation call
(209) 742-7625.
Fricot Nugget
© Zephyr Whitewater Expeditions - Rafting the Wild & Scenic Merced River
In Yosemite Valley, located at the Government
Center, is the Yosemite Museum and Library. Located on
the second floor, the library contains the historic collection
of books and periodicals from Yosemite's rich past.
On the first floor is
the permanent Native
American Exhibit
along with a gallery,
which features a
changing show of
Yosemite art.
Visit our website www.homeofyosemite.com for details, photos, and to schedule your
trip itinerary. Find a place to stay, where to eat, and things you want to see and do.
? Family suites with full kitchens
? Handicap and non-smoking
rooms available
? Pet-friendly
? Seasonal pool & hot tub
? Free wireless internet access
? Free deluxe continental
breakfast
? Free weekday newspaper
? Free coffee
? Guest use copy machine & fax
? Gift shop
Comfort Inn
Yosemite Valley Gateway
A Mariposa hotel near California Gold Country and
Yosemite National Park
(209) 966-4344
209-966-4655 FAX ? 4994 Bullion St., Mariposa, CA 95338
Mariposa County Chamber of Commerce ? www.mariposachamber.org
Glacier Point Hotel
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Things to See and Do in Mariposa County