Stories about Mariposa County’s history, Mariposa County Arts Council events, and other artistic or art-inspired topics.
- Getting Creative: Yosemite Mariposa County’s Arts SceneWith Yosemite National Park and the history-rich Sierra foothills serving as muse, Yosemite Mariposa County has become a vibrant hub for the arts. Inspired artists of all stripes are naturally […]Read More
- Historic Hotels of Yosemite Mariposa CountyChoose to stay in historic hotels and lodging in Yosemite Mariposa County and experience this region's legacy firsthand. Staying in these historic places makes you a part of their long-standing history, and adds a unique dimension to a visit to Yosemite Mariposa County.Read More
- Yosemite Valley Railroad – Hop on for Park HistoryDiscover the history of the Yosemite Valley Railroad. Between 1905 and 1945 these locomotives allowed many people to visit Yosemite National Park in relative comfort, and their history is preserved in many places throughout Yosemite Mariposa County. Learn more about the history of the railroads and where you can see (and ride) trains today in Yosemite Mariposa CountyRead More
- Ansel Adams Gallery: Discover the Life, Legend Behind the LensWho is Ansel Adams? Get to know the iconic Yosemite photographer and environmental conservationist. His story is deeply rooted in Yosemite where members of his family continue to operate The Ansel Adams Gallery to this day.Read More
- Chinese History Comes To Life In Yosemite Mariposa CountyFrom the building of essential roads through the rugged Sierra Nevada to bustling Gold Rush-era Chinatowns and a chef whose cuisine was so memorable that they named a mountain after him, their enduring yet virtually unrecognized contributions are as old as the region itself.Read More
- Touching Yosemite History in Mariposa CountyDiscover the kind of history that you can see and touch. Old stories come to life on the streets and in the fascinating museums of Yosemite Mariposa County.Read More
- A Trio of Delicious Sips: Mariposa Triangle Tasting TourTry this triangle tasting tour itinerary for delicious drinks. You'll find wineries, breweries, and coffee makers in Yosemite Mariposa County that are second to none.Read More
- Gold Standard: California State Mining and Mineral MuseumA visit to the California Mining and Mineral Museum is truly worth its weight in gold for its fascinating insights into the CA geology that has shaped so much of the state's history. If nothing else, be sure to stop in to view the largest mass of crystalline gold - 13.8 pounds.Read More
- The Buffalo Soldiers of YosemiteAfrican American soldiers, known as the Buffalo Soldiers, played an important role in the early protection of National Parks like Yosemite.Read More
- The Southern Sierra Miwuk Nation: Yosemite Mariposa’s First PeopleThe Southern Sierra Miwuk people were one of the original tribes of Yosemite National Park and surrounding areas including Mariposa County.Read More