161 Nevada City Hwy
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 264-7569
http://www.nevadacountyhistory.org

The Nevada County Historical Society had its beginning in the fall of 1944 after being inspired by Dr. Robert E. Burns, President of the College of the Pacific. Dr. Burns was interested in the preservation of the history of the Mother Lode and gold country, and he spoke to the Grass Valley Lions Club about organizing a county historical society. Soon afterwards another meeting was held for more people who were interested, after which a constitution and by-laws were adopted. The objective of the new organization as stated in its constitution was to preserve every source of Nevada County history. The new society began with 48 members, and dues were a dollar a year! Monthly programs were planned to entertain and educate members, and the committee chairmen and groups formed the foundation of the society by collecting, displaying, and preserving the memorabilia of the county. The Firehouse Museum in Nevada City, the Mining Museum in Grass Valley, and Searls Library in Nevada City were opened to locals and tourists alike. The Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum opened in Nevada City during May, 2003.

Meeting Information:
The Board of Directors Meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at the Historical Society’s new building at 161 Nevada City Hwy, Nevada City. Meetings begin at 5:00 pm and all interested parties are invited to attend.

General Membership Programs:
These programs are held the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm, at Sierra Presbyterian Church (175 Ridge Road, Nevada City), free of charge. These programs are regularly announced in the local media and can also be found posted on our Events Calendar. All interested parties are invited to attend. Refreshments are usually served following the general membership meetings.

For more information, visit www.NevadaCountyHistory.org

313 Railroad Avenue
Nevada City, CA 95959
(530) 265-5961
http://www.yubariver.org

200 Litton Drive Ste 308
Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 265-4311
fax: (530) 265-4131
http://www.friendshipclub.org
9am-5pm M-F

202 Providence Mine Road Suite 107
Nevada City, CA 95945
(530) 274-8111
http://www.uwnc.org

United Way of Nevada County (UWNC) works to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of our community. United Way raises money from multiple sources to help Nevada County residents with their Basic Needs (Food, Shelter and Access to Health Care) and constantly analyzes how best to use it to address the largest needs in Nevada County. Funding may be allocated to partners who are focused on our impact areas, or on programs.

When gaps in services in the community are identified, the UWNC Community Impact Committee works on the best way to help. In 2016 it was determined that many community members suffering from food insecurity find it difficult to get to the food distributions offered during the week. For several months, UWNC collaborated with Interfaith Food Ministry, a United Way partner, to develop a program to support the individuals and families challenged with food insecurity. Another gap in services was found recently, so UWNC purchased a van for Hospitality House’s Street Outreach Program.