County of the Month
Yuba County
Congratulations to our September County of the Month, Yuba! Formed in 1850, Yuba County boasted a population of 72,155 people as of 2010. In addition to having several very active historic preservation organizations, Yuba County is also the home of a thriving agricultural sector and to Beale Air Force Base. Furthermore, its abundance of gold-bearing gravel beds made it home to many Gold-Rush era boom-towns. If you are looking for an exciting local history research project, you might find one within this region's boundaries!
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Did you know that the Bok Kai Temple in Marysville has some of the finest 19th century Taoist murals you'll see anywhere? It's true! Most 19th century temple murals in China and Thailand were painted over or destroyed decades ago.
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Did you know that Yuba County's capital has a Donner Party connection? It's true! Charles Covillaud, the founder of Marysville, named the city after his wife, Mary, who migrated west with the Donner Party.
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Want to learn more? Check out our County of the Month Research Guide!
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August 2017 Selection: Alameda County
In August of 2017, in an effort to better support the work of local governments and historical societies in promoting and preserving the past, the California History Section started the County of the Month program. This recognition honors the diverse character of California's many counties while providing research tips to individuals interested in finding out more about California local history. If you have any questions about this program, please feel free to contact us.
