Maidu Museum & Historic Site

"Came here for a field trip day for my homeschool on their free museum day. We learned a lot about the Nisenan Native Americans. It was very interactive for children. Personally enjoyed their table that you could touch many different items like the pelts and even a deer foot! My daughter enjoyed feeling a snake skin. Would highly recommend checking it out."

"First time coming here. Parking is a bit confusing, with no designated parking lot. Unless you park in the activity area which was closed. So we had to park on the street, next to apartments. The museum is almost hidden in a sense. It's modern and not that visible besides the sign out by the sidewalk. The inside is really nice and clean. Really cool stuff, and the gentleman working the front desk was very friendly and welcomed our family. We came on a Wednesday so not that many people besides us, maybe if most 3 other families. The admission is $5 for adults. Children under 5 are free. They also have outdoor seating before you hit the walking trail. The trail is not that long, btw, nice sites as you walk. The museum is stroller friendly. As far as the trail, it can get bumpy if you take a stroller on the trail. Very small museum but a relaxing experience."

"Great place for the kids. Well kept and clean. Organized, and the staff does a great job with the whole class. Brenna and Taylor were our guides today, and they did an amazing job. Answers for every question and then some. Kept the kids engaged (til they got hungry, of course), and they definitely know their stuff. Clean bathrooms and lunch area. Artwork and artifacts and activities make the place special for field trips and information."

"I attended as chaperone for my son's field trip. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Street parking. Recommend bringing cash in case the machine is down. We had a nature trail hike (easy and short) to learn about the natural environment (plants, food, etc). Then we toured the museum and played some games. I only wish there was more space for the kids to get their wiggles out. Also wish they talked about the poor treatment of the indigenous people (kids are in 3rs grade)."