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July 2023 by Samantha Fernandez
Took a day trip to Fort Bragg and was attracted by the large tree artifact in the yard of the Guest House. Took some pictures in front of it then headed to the house. The ocean view is marvelous from the stairs. The museum is free and you may roam as you please. They have many old artifacts from furniture and office supplies to working tools and equipment. The first and second floors are available to explore, but the third floor is off limits. It's a beautiful home. I wasn't too interested in the artifacts displayed, but it is nice.
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May 2023 by Dave Martin
Best view in town is on the south steps of the museum. I recommend you bring a friend and get a cup of coffee next door at Zappa’s / Mendocino Cookie Co. The steps face south so are protected from the wind, get great sun when it’s sunny and are under a roof if it’s raining. I wouldn’t be sharing this spot except that my coffee buddy moved away. We only met here on weekday mornings when there were few people around.
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August 2022 by Sandra B
I was hoping for more. There are not very many furnishings or original items to the home. Seems very much like it is a work in progress. There is wonderful redwood molding and doors and some nice stained glass. The displays they do have are pretty good; there just isn't enough.
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August 2022 by Shane R.
Beautiful house and friendly woman volunteering there. Lots of artifacts and information about the lumber mill and how much the town relied on the mill. Worth a visit. It's free, but there's a donation box so they can use all the help they can get.
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July 2022 by St Pauls
The tour guides are very knowledgable. Many books to purchase on history of the area--if your child needs a reference or two for a school report, their mini-bookstore is an excellent resource. The local history displayed with photographs throughout this home is great. What a gem of the area!
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June 2021 by Shane Emery
Good place to go???
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November 2020 by Chris Sirinop
Close during COVID-19
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March 2020 by Toshinobu Kubota
Free museum in Fort Bragg that is located right in the heart of downtown. Just beside the Main St. and next to the Skunk Train station, there is a huge section of a tree that's on display. The sheer size is amazing and tells the lumber history of the town. If you happen to walk around downtown or want to stroll a little after the Skunk Train ride, this is a great place to come and visit.
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March 2020 by De Mocha
Excellent history and a beautiful building. The docent was very knowledgeable and friendly. I can't wait to return.
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March 2020 by Doyle Davis
Quaint, homespun museum featuring artifacts from the area's lumber history. The house architecture is interesting.
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March 2020 by Boo Boo FreFre
A bit sparce but interesting. Parking isnt easy and hard to find.
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March 2020 by Berto Rodriguez
Great history of redwood logging industry and Fort Bragg.
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March 2020 by Ron Sustaric
Free admission very cool to walk thru. Please leave a donation before you leave so the historical society can keep this piece of history open
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March 2020 by F3930VXsarahg
The many displays highlighting the history of Fort Bragg and the beautiful house (gorgeous stained-glass windows) give a sense of place to this beautiful seaside town. History books available for purchase. Support the historical society by becoming a member and receive the quarterly newsletter with great stories/photos.
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January 2020 by gcarr
Be aware that their hours are very limited! (Open 11 am - 2 pm) Having missed it on the first try, we returned - and were glad we did. There are informative exhibits throughout the house on the logging industry, railroad history, and the story of the Pomo Indians who were displaced. Interestingly, one of the exhibits claims the fort was established to protect the Pomo from settlers - a bit hard to believe. The Pomo exhibit room, however, gives a more fair retelling of their history. Recommended for adults; small kids may be bored.