Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Nevada County lay at the heart of the 49er experience. Many thousands came here to make their fortune and much evidence of their successes and occasional failures remains.
Landmarks of Nevada County
Tour through Nevada County's historical landmarks with this interactive story map. Scroll down to be guided through different areas of the county, or use the navigation bar at the top of the window to navigate directly to an area. Areas progress geographically from west to east across the county.
As you scroll through, click on a landmark card to learn more information.
Scroll to the very end of this story map for an interactive map showcasing all landmarks in the county.
Note: In the interest of brevity, the Nevada County Historical Landmarks Commission will be referred to as the Landmarks Commission. Here are the full names of the principal non-governmental organizations which have dedicated plaques for historical landmarks, and whose full name is not routinely repeated:
Wm. Bull Meek-Wm. Morris Stewart Chapter No. 10, E Clampus Vitus. (Grass Valley/Nevada City)
Chief Truckee Chapter No. 3691, E Clampus Vitus. (Truckee)
Manzanita Parlor No. 29, Native Daughters of the Golden West. (Grass Valley)
Laurel Parlor No. 6, Native Daughters of the Golden West. (Nevada City)
Imogen Parlor No. 134, Native Daughters of the Golden West. (Sierraville)
Grand Parlor, Native Sons of the Golden West
Quartz Parlor No. 58, Native Sons of the Golden West. (Grass Valley)
Hydraulic Parlor No. 56, Native Sons of the Golden West. (Nevada City)
The Nevada County Historical Society
The Truckee-Donner Historical Society
West County
South County
Grass Valley
Glenbrook
Nevada City
North San Juan
North Bloomfield
Graniteville
Washington
West Donner
East Donner
Truckee
East County
County-wide Map
Explore all of the landmarks in Nevada County with the map below. Click on a pin icon to open a pop-up window with more information for that landmark.