Highway 49--Gold Rush Country
Introduction to Grass Valley
A Little Background
It was here in Grass Valley, in what was once the richest gold-bearing region in the state, that gold mining became a well-organized industry. Hard-rock mining began in 1850 and since then more gold was taken out in Nevada County than ever was mined in the entire rest of the world! Many advanced mining techniques were developed and first used here.
Visitor Information
Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce
128 E. Main St., (800) 655-4667, (530) 273-4667. M-F 9-5, Sat 10-3.
As is true in most Gold Rush towns, there are plenty of
antiques shops:
As is true in most Gold Rush towns, there are plenty of
antiques shops:
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| footed dish in antiques store in Grass Valley, California |
●Antique Gallery
202 W. Main St., (530) 272-2327.
The small, clean Antique Gallery shop features a stone wall and a nicely curated collection. It specializes in lighting, pottery, and tin toys.
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| interior of Antique Gallery in Grass Valley, California |
●Antique Palace
138 E. Main St., (530) 273-8043. Daily 10-5.
The sprawling Antique Palace has a mish-mash of vintage goods.
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| colorful glass items at the Antique Palace in Grass Valley, California |
●The Clocksmith
217 W. Main St.
The small Clocksmith shop has original brick walls and a nice selection of clocks and silver mixed with some contemporary items.
●Grass Valley Antique Emporium
150 Mill St., (530) 272-7302.
The medium-size Grass Valley Antique Emporium is worth a browse.
More things to do in Grass Valley.
More things to do in Gold Rush Country.
More ideas for exploring Northern California.
images ©2014 Carole Terwilliger Meyers
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