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The 10 Best Museums in Lake Tahoe Area, Lake Tahoe Area
Discover the best top things to do in Lake Tahoe Area, Lake Tahoe Area including Dirk Yuricich Photography Gallery, UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center, Trunk Show, Sun Art Gallery, Tallac Historic Site, Gatekeeper's Museum, Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum, KidZone Museum, Lake Tahoe Historical Society Museum, Truckee Railroad Museum.
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1. Dirk Yuricich Photography Gallery
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Fine art photography by Dirk Yuricich. Our gallery features over 2000 ready- to - frame images including Lake Tahoe, international, abstract, and textural images. Photographs are printed on photographic paper or canvas by the photographer. We also have gift items: notecards, calendars, and small photographs. This location at the Ski Run Marina focuses on photographs of the Lake Tahoe and Sierra areas.
2. UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center
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5.0 based on 67 reviews
This property is temporarily closed. The UC Davis Tahoe Science Center has science exhibits including a various hands-on activities, 3-D theater, research vessel, virtual laboratory, "Shaping Watersheds" Interactive Sandbox, and more.
3. Trunk Show
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By 328scottw - Tahoe City, United States
Something for everyone! Cool locally crafted art, pottery, and jewelry. Every time I go by I usually pick up something for myself, family, friends or just to have a cool Lake Tahoe souvenir on hand to give out as a gift.
4. Sun Art Gallery
5. Tallac Historic Site
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4.5 based on 573 reviews
A Historic Site made up of 3 Estates built between 1894 and 1930. Each Estate has something different and exciting for visitors to do and see! Learn the amazing history of this area in the free museum, then stroll through the former summer homes and gardens of four wealthy gilded-age families. Guided, self-guided, and private tours are available.
Reviewed By Allfunallthetime - Twin Falls, United States
My wife and i used to live in this area so we always like to bring newbies here for some exploring. Parking is easy to find, right off 89. Typically the lot is packed in the summer but not so much in the fall. A short, flat walk towards the beach will get you to the old "estates" which are fun to photograph and peruse. I've never taken the tour not have I ever been inside any of them, but it is doable. Depending on water level, the beach could be very small or nicely large. It is always beautiful though. This part will take you about an hour at most. One thing we like to do is hike from the parking lot towards 89, cross the highway, and head towards Fallen Leaf Lake. The trail starts at 89 where Taylor Creek crosses under. There is a road sign for a Sno-Park where the trail starts. Stay on the dirt road to the right, about a half mile of walking will take you to a small parking area. At this point, go through the cutout in the fence and you are on your way to the lake. The trail pretty much stays next to Taylor Creek most of the way. It is fairly flat and easy to navigate. On this trip we did see a mother bear with her Cubs, so be advised. Great family hike. About 30 minutes at most from Tallac Historical.
6. Gatekeeper's Museum
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4.5 based on 56 reviews
The North Lake Tahoe Historical Society preserves, presents and interprets the history of North Lake Tahoe both in a regional context and in the larger context of the American West. We do this in a manner that is engaging, educational and culturally sensitive through innovative programming and exhibits at the Gatekeeper's and Watson Cabin Museums of the NLTHS. The Gatekeeper's Museum and Watson Cabin place emphasis on the cultural and geographical histories that influenced the development of North Lake Tahoe. The Marion Steinbach Indian Basket Museum places emphasis on the historical and contemporary basketry traditions of western North America, and seeks to promote cultural awareness through programming in collaboration and consultation with native American weavers and scholars.
Reviewed By 192ertana
Good place to visit while in Tahoe City. Rich local history, Olympic skies, dresses upstairs. First floor American Indian artifacts.
7. Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum
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4.5 based on 595 reviews
This museum documents the fascinating and tragic history of the Donner Party's journey to the west coast.
Reviewed By librarianlorraine - Riverside, United States
First, avoid the $10 parking lot charge by parking along the street if you can. The museum is well worth a stop, as it gives a good overview of what the emigrants faced on their trip west. There is a 26-minute film, and there are well maintained walking trails.
8. KidZone Museum
9. Lake Tahoe Historical Society Museum
10. Truckee Railroad Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By ppark0927 - Williamsburg, United States
So convenient you must see it. It is very small but interesting. The museum is free but they happily accept donation. Hours appear to be seasonal so check to see when it is open.
