While in Bridgeport, CA you may want to take a break from all the walking and sightseeing activities you have been doing and visit the Mono County Museum.&
This is an interesting and delightful museum that is the perfect trip for a quiet afternoon. You won't believe the uniqueness of this 1880 schoolhouse. This is the perfect educational and fun activity for everyone in the family.
This museum is located in a schoolhouse that was built in 1880. The museum has many exhibits which hold many artifacts from that period. You will find native baskets called Paiute on display as well.
You can read about the history of the schoolhouse and of the area. There are many publications available for you to look at such as local newspapers and assessors records. These records are from 1862 and forward.
This is a two floor museum so many of the artifacts are located downstairs while the publications are kept upstairs. If you would like to become a member of the Mono County Historical Society you can pay a fee and be able to help with the preservation of history in Mono County.
This museum is located 25 miles north of Lee Vining on Route 395. You will find that this museum is a great addition to all of the interesting sightseeing you have done. After the tour, there are many places to go for a lunch or dinner so you can make a relaxing day out of it. Make sure to bring your camera for pictures.
