Steam-up/Powerhouse Demo #3

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Beginning at 10:00 am the Sierra Steamers offer a free demonstration of a "Steam-Up", a 1905 Dolbeer Steam Donkey located in the Museum's Parking Lot. Bring the kids and let them blow the whistle. Kids of "ALL" ages will enjoy this demonstration! At 12:00 pm come witness a live demonstration in our Redinger Powerhouse, the […]

9:00 Docent & 10:15 v.e.s.t. Meetings

Meetings are always the 2nd Friday of the month (some exceptions apply, it's always best to check the calendar for any changes).9:00 am begins our monthly Docent meeting. 10:15 am begins our monthly v.e.s.t. meeting. All meetings are located in the CSHS Media Room.*If you are not yet a v.e.s.t or Docent Member and are […]

Friday in the Pines #2 John Pemberton

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Live music by traditional country artist John Pemberton! John Pemberton has been playing music since the tender age of 5 and performing since age 10, when he and his parents began playing at venues throughout the Fresno area as a family band. A skilled guitarist and singer, Pemberton branched out on his own, getting his […]

Sierra Voices #3: Black Bart – The Gentleman Bandit

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Black Bart – the Gentleman Bandit who robbed 28 Wells Fargo stages between 1875 and 1883. Who was this masked man, how’d he do it, and what became of him? Catch this in-person Sierra Voices presentation on Saturday, July 9th at 1:00 pm. Rumor has it Black Bart might grant us a personal appearance.

$5.00

Annual Ice Cream Social

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Ice Cream is on us! This event is Sponsored by our wonderful v.e.s.t. group In addition to FREE Ice Cream, we will have the Sierra Steamers and the San Joaquin Valley Antique Flywheelers here in our parking offering live demonstrations as well as a live demonstration of our very own Powerhouse. Effective March 1, 2022 […]

San Joaquin Valley Antique Flywheelers

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

We are excited to have back again with us this year, San Joaquin Valley Antique Flywheelers, EDGETA Branch 63 from Clovis, CA (Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association) They have become a regular part of our Annual Ice Cream Social Day, and we are excited to have them once again be part of this […]

Steam-up/Powerhouse Demo #4

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Beginning at 10:00 am the Sierra Steamers offer a free demonstration of a "Steam-Up", a 1905 Dolbeer Steam Donkey located in the Museum's Parking Lot. Bring the kids and let them blow the whistle. Kids of "ALL" ages will enjoy this demonstration! At 12:00 pm come witness a live demonstration in our Redinger Powerhouse, the […]

5:00 BOD Meeting @ CSHS Media Room

Effective March 1, 2022 , Fresno County Guidelines, strong recommendation that all persons, regardless of vaccine status, continue indoor masking.

Friday in the Pines #3 Raizin Kane

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Classic Rock and Roll by Raizin Kane Band Learn more about Raizin Kane here: https://www.facebook.com/RaiZin-Kane-Fresno-101728077998962/ The amphitheater is a perfect venue for picnicking and relaxing while listening to great music. Chairs, blankets, food and drinks will continue to be welcomed. Our concerts have brought to our Shaver community some great talent, are always fun, and […]

10:00 am Hikes for History #2-Dinkey Creek to Pine Logging Camp

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Hike Leader -Meg Tallberg Hike Description: This is an easy to moderate 3/4 mile hike from the Dinkey Creek Store to the Pine Logging Camp.  We will wend our way thru. the forest & next to a lovely creek before arriving at the logging camp.  We will tour the camp & learn a little bit about […]

Folklore Webinar Series – Joaquin Murrieta

Online Event

The California Gold Rush of 1849 and 1850 produced many colorful characters. Since then, many have been idolized, lionized, and vilified. None more so than Joaquin Murrieta. Some claim he was a fictional character, or a Robin Hood of the Gold Fields, or a ruthless killer preying on the weak and undefended. One Hundred-Seventy years […]

Free

23rd Annual Black Pot Cook-off

Annual CSHS Member's Event in coordination with Shaver Lake Fishing Club Advanced Ticket Purchase Required (Information to purchase will be available soon)23rd Annual Black Pot Cookoff at the Shaver Lake Fishing Club Chimney2:00 pm High Sierra Black Pot Cookers start their Dutch OvensEnjoy Live Blue Grass music, Hors 'd oeuvres and refreshments throughout the afternoon6:00 […]

Friday in the Pines #4 – Cab Street Band – RESCHEDULED

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Cab Street Band   Playing an exciting variety of music that includes originals and re-made covers of old and new. From Etta and Cash to Amy and Lizzo, in our very own funky, bluezz, jazzy style. Learn more about Cab Street Band here: https://www.cabstreetband.com/ The amphitheater is a perfect venue for picnicking and relaxing while […]

Buffalo Soldier Encampment at the Museum of the Sierra

Museum of the Sierra 42642 Tollhouse Rd, shaver lake, CA, United States

Buffalo Soldier educators from the Buffalo Soldier Mounted Cavalry Unit, based in Three Rivers, CA will have an encampment of tents that re-create a 19th Century U.S. military bivouac. Representatives in historically accurate uniforms will educate and inform the public about the challenges and contributions of segregated African American troops on the American frontier. Educators […]