The Antelope Valley Indian Museum is located in the Mojave Desert. This folk art structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Indian Valley Museum features displays and data relating to the rich traditions of mining, ranching and logging in the area. The museum has a collection of artifacts from the 1850s to present, representing the settling of the Indian and Genesee Valleys. Mining equipment is on display outside. Authentic Native American Indian hand crafted jewelry, kachina dolls, pottery, and rugs are for sale in the museum's gift shop. The museum also has a gallery/theatre where on some weekends during October through June the museum offers a variety of educational programs including: docent guided tours, films, lectures, and nature walks. The museum is open to the public every weekend from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. from the end of September through the middle of June. There is a museum fee of $1.00 for adult and free for children.
Location:
PO Box 165, Cemetary & Portsmouth Roads, Taylorsville California 95983
Telephone
530-284-6511
Other History nearby:
(Garrett) Garrett Historical Society
(Rome City) Gene Stratton Porter State Historic Site
(Taylorsville) Indian Valley Museum
(Concord) Mann House
(Dundee) Old Mill Museum
(Archbold) Sauder Farm and Craft Village
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06/09 Coming to The Taylorsville area
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Tri-state Bluegrass Festival Kendallville IN May24-27 The goal that the board of directors has tried to achieve at these festivals is to provide high quality and a variety of entertainment in a family oriented atmosphere that encourages jamming.
Mentone Egg Festival Mentone IN May30-June1 The three-day event features entertainment, games, food, a parade in the downtown area, a play area for kids, and a huge car, truck, motorcycle and tractor show. All entertainment events are free. Flea markets and crafters line the main street in our downtown.
New Haven Canal Days Festival New Haven IN June4-8 The NHCD Festival Committee, which consists of a team of dedicated volunteers, community leaders, civic organizations, businesses, churches, and residents, have been working hard all year long to bring quality events to our community that will entertain the entire family.
Med Flory Jazz and Blues Festival Logansport IN June7-8 Named for Grammy winning saxophonist and composer, Med Flory, the festival is a celebration of his artistic contributions and America's original art form, jazz music. Eight bands with performers from throughout the midwest and beyond play. You'll hear everything from swing, bebop, big band, RandB, funk, Chicago blues, vocal jazz, and New Orleans style jazz.
Willkommen zum Germanfest Fort Wayne IN June2-9 Festival events located throughout Fort Wayne, Allen County, and northeast Indiana.
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