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South Lake Tahoe Business Spotlight: Historical Society & Museum

July 11th, 2010 categories: Lake Tahoe Real Estate, South Lake Tahoe Businesses, South Lake Tahoe Events, South Lake Tahoe, CA, Stateline, NV

Take A Look Back at the Early Days of South Lake Tahoe

We all know – and love – the area we call South Lake Tahoe, but we rarely take the time to find out about the Native Americans and other early settlers of this place we call home.

In 1968, in order to preserve and showcase South Lake Tahoe's rich and fascinating history, a group of volunteers gathered artifacts and established a small museum.

In 1983, the museum moved from a log cabin into its present mid-town location.

Operated by volunteers, the museum is supported by donations, memberships and fund raisers for the Lake Tahoe Historical Society. Admission is free.

The museum features Native American artifacts (Washoe tribe), archival films and photos, displays on pioneers and settlers, and the importance of the steam driven boats that traversed the lake. There is also a museum shop with books about Tahoe (past and present), cards, and gifts.

The Lake Tahoe Historical Society & Museum

Hours of Operation this summer:
May 28 – August 31
Wed – Mon, 11:00am – 3:00pm (closed Tuesdays)

3058 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA, 96150
Mailing Address: PO Box 18501, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96151

Phone: 530-541-5458
Email: laketahoemuseum@att.net
Web: www.laketahoemuseum.org

Sources: South Shore Chamber of Commerce, Lake Tahoe Historical Society

Previous Business Spotlights:

July 8, 2010 Off The Hook Sushi, here
June 29, 2010 Cafe Fiore, here
June 20, 2010 Riva Grill, here
June 17, 2010 KRLT Radio, here
June 16, 2010 Tahoe Bowl, here