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<\/a><\/p>\nThe event weaves visitors through the lives of those who lived in Columbia in 1852; the stories of early miners and their families, politics, and daily events. Some of the event activities include:<\/p>\n
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- Meeting the merchants, artisans and entertainers who have come to the Diggins to \u201cmine the miners\u2019 pockets.\u201d<\/li>\n
- Interacting and observing the lifestyles of the early miners as they prepare their meals, launder their clothing and care for livestock.<\/li>\n
- Learning about their crafts, how their children played, their entertainment \u2013 including music and gambling. A variety of foods, drinks and other items are available for purchase during the event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u201cWe just love to entertain and educate the public on this part of California\u2019s past, the Gold Rush. We do it for the love of history,\u201d said Susie Webb, a long-time park volunteer who has played a role in this event for over 15-years. You can find Susie, aka Mrs. Freeman, at the American Hotel during the four-day event preparing delicious meals and interpreting hotel life during 1852.<\/p>\n
Visitors can also explore the historic town of Columbia. There is no charge for parking and admission to the park. The living history event is $10 per adult and $2 per child age 5 and older. For more information visit\u00a0parks.ca.gov\/
ColumbiaDiggins1852<\/a>, email the park at\u00a0ColumbiaSHP@parks.ca.gov<\/a>\u00a0or call (209) 536-2649<\/p>\n What:\u00a0Diggins Tent Town 1852<\/p>\n
When:\u00a0May 16\u201319, 2024
\nTime:\u00a010 a.m.\u20134 p.m.
\nWhere:\u00a0Columbia State Historic Park
\nAdmission:\u00a0$10 per adult, $2 per child age 5 and older<\/p>\n###<\/p>\n
The California Department of Parks and Recreation,\u00a0popularly known as State Parks,\u00a0and the programs supported by its Office of Historic Preservation and divisions of Boating and Waterways and Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation provides for the health, inspiration and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state\u2019s extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation. Learn more at\u00a0parks.ca.gov<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Friends of Columbia\u00a0is one of over 80 cooperating associations, working in support of state parks in California. As such, board members, volunteers, contributors and sponsors play a vital role in keeping this important part of California history alive through programs of enrichment.\u00a0Please visit\u00a0www.friendsofcolumbiashp.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Columbia Merchants\u00a0offer unique dining, shopping and activities in the park. Visitors will find restaurants, saloons, gold panning and stagecoach rides. For more information and contact details, please visit the\u00a0Columbia business listing<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Columbia State Historic Park, located in Tuolumne County, is designated a National Historic Landmark District. The state preserved the area to tell the story of the towns which arose to serve the needs of the miners during the California Gold Rush. California State Parks restored, and continues to preserve, over thirty of the original brick buildings along the town\u2019s Main Street.<\/p>\n