Stories from the Estate

North Star House as we know it today exists because a group of community members saw possibility in a place that was, at the time, in seriou…

North Star House made several appearances in the latest issue of Nevada County Gold Magazine, and we loved seeing the property highlighted i…

Events

North Star House grounds filled with families, friends, creativity, and a little bit of magic for our 2026 Midsummer Festival, presented in…

Events

Step into an autumn evening at North Star House with a Minuet and Polka demonstration, beginner-friendly dance instruction, light fare, seas…

Volunteers

Joan was involved in nearly every part of North Star House, contributing to historical research, the docent program, events, the website, ma…

Weddings

The Wiley wedding made full use of North Star House, with portraits inside the historic rooms, across the grounds, and among the property’s…

Events

Midsummer Festival is almost here, and we still need a few extra hands to help the day run smoothly.

Support

Historic places are built not only by architects and craftsmen, but also by the generations of people who care enough to preserve them. At N…

Nevada County Partners

North Star House celebrates local history supporters seen in the Nevada City Fourth of July Parade, including museums and volunteers.

Through Doug's Lens

Long-time North Star House volunteer Doug Young shares photos from a recent visit, capturing restoration progress, historic rooms, and volun…

Julia Morgan

Looking for things to do in Grass Valley? Visit North Star House for local history, architecture, tours, and community events.

Support

The Mid-Summer Festival is coming up, and we would love a little extra volunteer support to help make the day run smoothly.

Events

Guests of all ages are encouraged to come dressed in their most whimsical attire, whether that means fairy wings, woodland costumes, storybo…

The story of North Star House in Grass Valley, California begins with the North Star Mine, one of the most significant names in California g…

North Star House is looking for a knowledgeable volunteer to help with scheduled maintenance and minor repairs on several pieces of outdoor…

Most of us hope to leave something good behind. Not always something loud. Not always something with our name on it. Sometimes just proof th…

This Mother’s Day, the North Star House was filled with flowers, tea, conversation, and the warmth of community as guests gathered for our M…

Rebekah Freeman, lead of the North Star House Interiors Committee, hosted a special fundraiser concert in support of the Interiors Restorati…

The North Star House is looking for volunteer docents to help welcome visitors, lead tours, and share the history of this special place with…