Donner Summit Historical Museum

Museum contact info & hours

The correct phone number for Norm Sayler who runs the museum is 530.308.9665, not 530.308.9668 as currently listed on this website. He doesn't return phone calls so do not leave a voice mail. I call...

Museum contact info & hours

The correct phone number for Norm Sayler who runs the museum is 530.308.9665, not 530.308.9668 as currently listed on this website. He doesn't return phone calls so do not leave a voice mail. I call...

Be sure to climb up to the Chinese Wall and the rail road Snowshed Tunnels

There was a good deal of information leading to the most amazing tunnels and the Chinese Wall built for the California Pacific Railroad. The work was staggering and can only be appreciated if you hike...

Be sure to climb up to the Chinese Wall and the rail road Snowshed Tunnels

There was a good deal of information leading to the most amazing tunnels and the Chinese Wall built for the California Pacific Railroad. The work was staggering and can only be appreciated if you hike...

Educational Outing

We were a party of seven; 3 adults and 4 children. The oldest two children are in fourth grade studying California history. We planned this museum trip mostly for their benefit, but we all appreciated...