Columbia State Historic Park Review

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Columbia State Historic Park

Fodor's Review:

Columbia State Historic Park, known as the Gem of the Southern Mines, comes as close to a gold-rush town in its heyday as any site in the Gold Country. You can ride a stagecoach, pan for gold, and watch a blacksmith working at an anvil. Street musicians perform in summer. Restored or reconstructed buildings include a Wells Fargo Express office, a Masonic temple, stores, saloons, two hotels, a firehouse, churches, a school, and a newspaper office. At times, all are staffed to simulate a working 1850s town. The park also includes the Historic Fallon House Theater, where a full schedule of entertainment is presented.

  • Cost: Free
  • Open: Daily 9-5
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