HISTORY

The North Fork Mono Families first incorporated in 1966 to form the Sierra Mono Museum for the purpose of preserving Tribal history. The museum offers both static and living history experience. The doors have been open to the public since 1971. Permanent collections include a wide variety of Native American baskets and cultural artifacts. Also on display is the Tettleton Wildlife Diorama Collection consisting of over 100 freestanding taxidermy animals of North America and Asia. Other collections include historical photographs, cultural items, beadwork and weapons.

Our gift shop is stocked with locally made authentic Indian Crafts, books and gifts. Every Thursday from 11-1:30 p.m., Elders gather to weave, bead and dine on potluck lunch. During the fall they can be found cracking acorn for holiday events or cleaning Sourberry and Redbud sticks for weaving supplies.

Guided tours offer a walk through the collections, stories, songs, and nature walk with signage explaining usage of indigenous plants. Classes in language and Basketry are held throughout the year. Visiting the museum offers a glimpse at Mono Indian lifestyles of yesterday and today.

CONTACT US:

Mailing Address:
Sierra Mono Museum
33103 Road 228
North Fork, California 93643
Telephone: (559) 877-2115
Fax: please call first
Email: MonoMuseum@gmail.com


HOURS
Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. 

NOTE: the museum will be closed 2/1, 2/2, 2/6, & 2/7

Closed Sundays, and New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Independence Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, closed the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve through New Years Day.

LOCATION

Located in the town of North Fork, California. Free Admission and plenty of parking. Accessible to those with disabilities. Directions: HWY 41 Southern Yosemite turn on to Road 200 to North Fork [17 miles] drive through main street area, past Tribal Office and up hill. We are directly across large totem pole at intersection Road 274 & 200

DIRECTIONS

The Museum is 15 minutes from Bass Lake, 25 minutes from Oakhurst, 1.5 hours from Yosemite Valley. The area is rich with Indian Archeological sites & natural beauty. Weather is very warm in the summer months - cool in winter. Best times to visit: Spring & Fall

PLEASE NOTE: There are times when the museum may be closed due to off-site meetings. It is recommend that you call ahead or send an email of when you plan to visit to avoid any inconvenience to you. We are also open by appointment and group tours - please schedule groups at least two weeks in advance.

SEND US AN EMAIL: MonoMuseum@gmail.com

 

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