In Gold Rush counties, the lives of women and children are under-told. Women were the key to building and shaping the community. Families faced both joy and hardship. We tell history form their point of view.

If your family was a part of this we would love to hear from you.

We are the oldest standing convent for women west of the Rocky Mountains. The oldest Sisters of Mercy Compound preserved anywhere in the US. Many children and families have been helped within our walls.

The stories of the children bring you face to face with the past.

You can visit the museum, but you are also invited to our events. Come to openings, book signings, or flashlight tours at night.

Saint Joseph’s Hall is the site of many public and private events, as is the Rus.ell Rose Ga den. We hope to see you there! .