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While many travelers head to Mendocino County to experience its natural beauty, others are sure to take the time to visit the Mendocino historical sites and Mendocino museums found along the way. The history of this county is rich; with ties to the Native Americans of the West Coast, particularly the Pomo Indians. The logging industry also played a large part in the history of this region of Northern California and you’ll find a handful of attractions that educate visitors as to early logging in Mendocino County.

The Mendocino County Museum is located in Willits in the Northern Inland region of the county. Founded in the 1960s, this museum profiles Mendocino history through a variety of fun and educational exhibits.

The Ford House Museum in Headlands State Park in Mendocino provides a look at logging in early Northern California and the Kelley House Museum, in the same town, is also a local history museum, boasting an outstanding collection of photographs from the 19th century.

The Grace Hudson Museum in Ukiah, named for a famous local artist, is an art, history, and anthropology attraction sure to delight guests of all ages. Visitors can make a stop at Sun House, Hudson’s home, as well.

In the wine region, the Anderson Valley Museum is dedicated to sharing the history of that particular part of Mendocino county.

Museums in Mendocino County

Museums provided us with a link to our past. Many areas, even though they may seem to have no history around them are actually completely surrounded by historical events and landmarks.

Temple Kwan Tai Museum

Location : Mendocino CA
Phone: 707-937-5123
Description : A Chinese Taoist temple built by the first Chinese settlers in the early 1850's. It s the oldest taoist temple in Northern Califonia. The temple is dedicated to Kwan Tai, the Chinese god of war. The outside of the building has a sign that saysfrom (ight to left) "mo Dai Miu", translates to mean "Temple to the Military God"

Point Cabrillo Lighthouse

Location : Caspar CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-937-5804

Anderson Valley Historical Museum

Location : Boonville CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-895-3207
Description : Vintage farming equipment and memorabilia.

Pomo Visitors Center

Location : Ukiah CA
Phone: 707-485-8285
Description : Native Pomo cultural center.

Guest House Museum

Location : Fort Bragg CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-964-2840
Description : History of the lumber and fishing local community

Held-Poage Memorial Home & Library

Location : Ukiah CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-462-6969
Description : Library of local hisitory and photos.

Ford House Museum

Location : Mendocino CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-937-5397
Description : 1894 lumber mill house and state parks visitor center.

Kelley House Museum

Location : Mendocino CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-937-5791
Description : Museum home from 1861,

Roots of Motive Power

Location : Willits CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-459-2736
Description : his is an outdoor display of authentic, working antique steam-powered logging equipment. Members of this volunteer organization work tirelessly throughout the year to preserve part of our history.

Mendocino County Museum

Location : Willits CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-459-2736
Description : History on the North Coast region.

Grace Hudson Museum and Sun House

Location : Ukiah CA
Type : Museums
Phone: 707-467-2836
Description : Collection of local Native crafts and shows by local artists and regional Native Americans throughtout the year.