Guide to Shasta Cascade 2009 - (Page 29) 311 Washington Street, Red Bluff, CA 96080; 530-527-1129. The classical two-story Victorian home was built in the 1880’s. Victorian garbed mannequins grace the authentic antique furnishings of the period. Also on display are Indian artifacts and photographs of Tehama County’s past. Kelly Griggs House Museum Your Passport to the Arts in Shasta County 75 N. Weatherlow St, P.O. Box 321, Susanville, CA 96130; 530-257-3292. The museum showcases artifacts and old time lumbering equipment, and is adjacent to Roop’s Fort, the oldest structure in town providing the history of Susanville’s last 150 years. Lassen Historical Museum Modoc County Historical Museum Link below to find out about upcoming visual, performing and literary arts and cultural events in Shasta County 600 S. Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101; 530-233-6328. Some items on display date back 150 years and include Indian artifacts, an antique gun collection and domestic items used by the early day pioneer families of Modoc County. www.shastaartscouncil.org 530-241-7320 Westwood Museum Shasta County Arts Council 1500 Broderick St., Oroville, CA 95965; 530-538-2497. The temple was built in 1863 to support the Chinese community of 10,000 and includes artifacts dating from1850’s to early 1900’s. Three chapels and a main chapel served as a place for Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism. Oroville Chinese Temple Museum Complex 315 Ash Street, Westwood, CA 96137; 530-256-2233. The museum displays artifacts and pictures of the town as it was in 1913. Once the home of Red River Lumber Company, Westwood had the largest pine lumber mill in the world from 1913 to 1956. 500 Jackson Street, Quincy, CA 95971; 530-283-6320. The museum depicts different periods in the county’s history and includes many historical artifacts, mining and logging displays, a collection of baskets woven by Maidu Indians, and a comprehensive collection of photographs, documents, records and literature. Plumas County Museum 1313 Market St., Redding, CA 96001; 530-241-7320, fax: 530-225-4455; www.shastaartscouncil.org, email: email@shastaartscouncil.org. The Shasta County Arts Council makes the arts accessible to Shasta County through a broad range of arts opportunities and educational outreach programs. See Ad on page 29. ARTS & CULTURE Alpen Cellars Route 2, Box 3966, Trinity Center, CA 96091; 530-266-9513. Award-winning winery and vineyards located in a scenic mountain valley. Tours, tastings & retail sales. Picnic facilities. Open daily by appt. for tours & tastings. Tuscan Heights Lavender Gardens Siskiyou County Museum 12757 Fern Road East- Box 206, Whitmore, CA 96096; 530-472-3066; www.tuscanheights.net, email: lavenderinfo@tuscanheights.net. Beautiful lavender, herb & edible flower garden & vineyard overlooking the Shasta Cascade Valley. Quality organic products available on-site and on web. 910 S. Main Street, Yreka, CA 96097; 530-842-3836. The museum features exhibits detailing Siskiyou County’s colorful history from Indian cultures to 20th century themes. The museum is an interpretive center which includes exhibits, programs, and a research library. Farm Sanctuary When Lil’ Donkey’s Fly Ranch 1 North Old Stage Road, Mt. Shasta, CA 96067; 530-926-5508. The museum features exhibits that highlight the history of the town, local Native Americans, the geology of Mt. Shasta and it’s glaciers, as well as the history of climbing the mountain. Sisson Museum 19080 Newville Rd./P.O. Box 1065, Orland, CA 95963, 530-865-4617, fax: 530-865-4622; www.farmsanctuary.org, e-mail: office@farmsanctuary.org. 300-acre farm, home to hundreds of rescued farm animals. Guided tours available. Browse our education center and gift shop. Call for hours: 530-865-4617. See Ad on page 46. 16770 Scout St., Anderson, CA 96007; 530-357-5147; www.whenlildonkeysflyranch.com, email: bbeaver@compulog.com. We are located on a 20-acre, 100-year-old olive tree farm with a herd of 25 to 30 Mediterranean Miniature Donkeys. P.O. Box 275, Tehama, CA 96090; 530-384-2420, 530-384-2595. The museum preserves and exhibits artifacts that represent the cultural heritage of Tehama County. Exhibits include early agriculture, Native American Indians - Yana and Nomlaki, and early transportation. Tehama County Museum 691 Main Street / P.O. Box 1270, Weaverville, CA 96093; 530-623-5111; www.highlandartcenter.org. Fine art gallery and gift store. Located in Historic Weaverville. Open 7 days a week year round. Closed between Christmas & New Years Day. See Ad on page 49. Highland Art Center Mt. Shasta Lavender Farms 840 Sundial Bridge Dr., Redding, CA 96001; 530-243-8850, 800-887-8532. www.turtlebay.org, email: info@turtlebay.org. Turtle Bay Museum is the heart of the Turtle Bay Exploration Park experience. It contains permanent, interactive exhibits and two large changing exhibition galleries. The exhibits feature self-guided exploration and features that stimulate understanding and challenge ideas about science, art, history, and human nature. See Ad on page 27. Turtle Bay Exploration Park P.O. Box 1720, Mt. Shasta, CA 96067; 530-926-2651, fax: 530-241-2794; www.shastalavender.com. Ten acres of blooming lavender with stunning views of Mt. Shasta and Shasta Valley. Pick your own. Lavender lemonade. Quality products available at the farm and online. Open: June 13-July 19, 2009. Daily 9am-4pm. Weed Historic Lumber Museum 303 Gilman Avenue, P. O. Box 447, Weed, CA 96094; 530-938-0550. Logging and town memorabilia including pictures and the jail are shown on a FREE tour of impressive interior and outside displays by a friendly docent. 700 Western Pacific Way / P.O. Box 608, Portola, CA 96122; 530-832-4131, fax: 530-832-1854; www.WPLives.org. Large collection of railroad equipment and artifacts, 36 diesel locomotives, 85 cars. Hands-on experience in authentic railroad facility. Rides summer weekends. To operate a diesel locomotive call 530-832-4532 for reservations. Free admission-donation requested. Explore your heritage – gold panning! shasta cascade Visitors Guide 2009 | 29 Western Pacific Railroad Museum at Portola http://www.shastaartscouncil.org http://www.shastaartscouncil.org http://www.shastaartscouncil.org http://www.tuscanheights.net http://www.whenlildonkeysflyranch.com http://www.farmsanctuary.org http://www.shastasunset.com http://www.highlandartcenter.org http://www.shastalavender.com http://www.turtlebay.org http://www.WPLives.org http://www.shastasunset.com
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