Preserving the Stories & Artifacts of Paradise
Uncovering local history, honoring the pioneers, and educating future generations through interactive exhibits, authentic archives, and heritage research.
Guardians of Paradise’s Historic Heritage & Community Memory
Founded in 1968, the Paradise Historical Society is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to discovering, collecting, preserving, and sharing the unique history of Paradise and its surrounding ridge communities.
From indigenous roots and early settlement through the gold rush, timber booms, and agricultural evolution, our museum and archives provide a bridge connecting our vibrant past with future generations.
Our Mission
To collect, safeguard, and interpret local history through vibrant educational experiences.
Our Vision
A community deeply connected to its historical roots, inspired by stories of resilience and heritage.
Featured Exhibits & Collections
Step back in time through our permanent and rotating historical galleries.
Permanent
Gold Rush & Early Homesteaders
Explore authentic mining tools, household artifacts, and personal diaries from the pioneers who settled the region in the 1850s.
Interactive
The Timber & Flume Era
A deep dive into the engineering marvels of early lumber flumes, sawmill machinery, and the narrow-gauge railroads that fueled growth.
Archive Gallery
Century of Faces & Places
Over 3,000 digitized historical photographs depicting main street businesses, early schools, family portraits, and civic celebrations.
Upcoming Events & Programs
Join us for monthly heritage lectures, historic walking tours, and youth educational workshops.
Historic Architecture of Old Paradise
Saturday, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM • Main Gallery
Heritage Trail Guided Walk
Sunday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM • Depot Park Plaza
Junior Historian Artifact Discovery
Saturday, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM • Education Room
Membership Tiers & Support
Your membership fees directly support museum operations, archival preservation, and local school field trips.
Student / Senior
- Free museum admission
- Quarterly newsletter
- 10% gift shop discount
Individual
- Free museum admission
- Quarterly newsletter
- Archive research access
- 10% gift shop discount
Family
- Admission for 2 adults + kids
- 2 Guest passes per year
- Priority event seating
- 15% gift shop discount
Patron & Benefactor
- All Family benefits
- VIP Curator tour invitation
- Donor Wall recognition
Plan Your Museum Visit
We welcome visitors, researchers, and history lovers. Group tours and educational school visits can be booked in advance.
Opening Hours
Thursday – Sunday
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Closed Mon–Wed & Major Holidays
Location
104 Heritage Way
Paradise, CA 95969
Free On-site Parking Available
Paradise Museum & Archives
Situated in central Paradise, near Depot Park.
Send Us a Message
Have research inquiries, donation questions, or tour requests? Reach out to us.