On Going This collection of events and activities celebrates the 150th anniversary of the city of Eureka, highlights its maritime history and association with the gold rush to the Klamath and Trinity Rivers. On Going Museum showcases the rich and wild past of the California Gold Rush. Features gold mining artifacts, a working five stamp mill, an original 1860's store from the once booming town of Hornitos, and The Cannon Ball, which was an early stagecoach to Yosemite. View historical artifacts and documents relating to John C. Fremont's gold mining adventures in early California. Mention the Sesquicentennial and receive a free souvenir from the gift shop.
Group tours are available.
On Going Spectacular displays of specimens from around the world delight the eyes and imagination. Edify your pleasure or educational pursuits at this premier state exhibit near Mariposa on historic Highway 49. A monument to remind visitors, both young and old, that the Indians of California built the missions. The monument has a memorial wall with the names of over 900 men, women, and children buried beneath a modern blacktop street to the mission chapel. On Going The mine promotes California history in an informative and interactive manner.