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https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/through-our-own-eyes-a-native-american-youth-art-exhibition-2/
This temporary exhibit includes over 100 paintings by Owyhee junior high and high school students.
“Through Our Own Eyes: A Native American Youth Art Exhibition”
Through Our Own Eyes -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/artist-in-residency-exhibit-eidos/
Contemplating the Pioneer Experience
Temporary Exhibit: EIDOS
EIDOS -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/library/
Are you looking for a unique source for historical reference in the area? Individuals and scholars can research over 600 books, diaries, maps and journals on the California Trail.
Library
Library -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/the-elephant/
The Elephant
The Elephant -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/encampments/
Covered wagons, hand carts, and tents depict a typical pioneer encampment. Contrasted with this is the traditional Shoshone village. Learn about each.
Encampments
Encampments -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/make-a-donation/
The National Historic California Emigrant Trails Interpretive Center Foundation was established in 2009 for the purpose of raising financial support for the ongoing construction and enhancement of the California National Historic Trail Interpretive Center.
Support the Trail Center
Foundation and Donations -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/trail-management/
Trail Management
Trail Management -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/trail-center/
Trail Center
Trail Center -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/the-plaza/
The Plaza
The Plaza -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/hike-the-trails/
Hike the Trails
Hike the Trails -
https://www.californiatrailcenter.org/exhibits/
The California Trail Interpretation Center is home of a wide variety of exhibits and activities to enjoy. From art to education we have something to peak everyone's interests, young and old. With different events, programs, and exhibits being displayed throughout the year there's always something to explore at The California Trail Interpretation Center.
Exhibits
Exhibits
2,000 Miles of Adventure
Between 1841 and 1869, up to 250,000 people sold their belongings, packed wagons, and set out for California. Learn the stories of the pioneers who endured the 2,000 mile trek; some seeking land, some gold, others seeking adventure, and some for reasons we may never know. Discover in their words 2,000 miles of adventure.
Devil’s Gate
At The California Trail Interpretive Center, we invite you to learn about Devil’s Gate in Wyoming, a trail landmark for […]
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“Through Our Own Eyes: A Native American Youth Art Exhibition”
The California Trail Interpretive Center presents its third annual temporary exhibit that features paintings by Native American students from Owyhee […]
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The Sweetwater River
At the California Trail Interpretive Center, we bring the stories and adventures of emigrants to life as they traveled along […]
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Mormon Station
The historic Mormon Station was a life-saving stop along the California Trail. Located in Nevada, this was a crucial point […]
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Rivers along the California Trail
At the California Trail Interpretive Center in Elko, Nevada, we love bringing this historical landmark to life for you with […]
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Bidwell-Bartleson Party
Learn about the emigrant party who started it all, the Bidwell-Bartleson party, at the California Trail Interpretive Center. As the […]
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