$3,140 raised by 26 donors
63% complete
$5,000 Goal
The Rocklin Historical Society was established as an unincorporated non-profit association on August 15, 1989 to memorialize Rocklin's unique history and to preserve and advocate for the preservation of Rocklin's historical artifacts. In April 1999, the society was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) to establish its non-profit status. The society converted a derelict home into the Rocklin History Museum in 2002.
Through the restoration of Old St. Mary’s Chapel, the creation of the Rocklin History Museum, 3rd‑grade field trips, the installation of historic markers across the city, and the gift of the Rocklin Heritage Street Faire, the Rocklin Historical Society preserves Rocklin’s heritage and enriches community life.
Your donation will directly support upcoming projects: the installation of the Roundhouse kiosk, the relocation and restoration of the Quarry Office Building, and the development of the Johnson Farm Museum.
The mission of the Rocklin Historical Society is to generate community interest and support for preservation of the history of Rocklin and to promote and encourage volunteerism and charitable gifts for these purposes.
$10,000: Installation of an information kiosk at the Roundhouse Park explaining Rocklin’s role in the building of the Transcontinental Railroad as well as sharing the story of the Chinese workers who lived on that site.
$70,000: Relocating the only surviving building from Rocklin’s last operating granite quarry to Front Street and converting the 900‑square‑foot quarry office into an interpretive center dedicated to the history of Rocklin’s granite industry.
$250,000: Launching the initial phase for a living history working farm that brings Rocklin’s agricultural past to life for all ages. Early plans include growing vegetables and flowers, developing a museum space, creating a venue for wedding receptions and art shows, as well as building curriculum partnerships with local schools.
Equity Statement
The Rocklin Museum and Rocklin Historical Society are committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA) in all aspects of our work. We are committed to creating welcoming spaces that foster safety and belonging within our museum and gathering spaces.
Inclusion: All feel welcomed and valued
Inclusion is the act of creating environments in which any individual or group can be and feel welcomed, respected, represented, supported, and valued to fully participate.
Diversity: All the ways we differ
Diversity includes all of the ways in which people differ, encompassing the different characteristics that make one individual or group different from another. While diversity is often used in reference to race, ethnicity, and gender, we embrace a broader definition that also includes age, national origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, education, marital status, language, physical appearance, geography, and any other identifiers that make one individual or group different from another.
Equity: All having the opportunity to fully participate
Equity encompasses the policies and practices used to ensure the fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all people, while at the same time trying to identify and eliminate barriers that have historically prevented the full participation of some individuals or groups.
Access: Of any and all abilities
Access refers to the commitment for everyone to be included in all programs and activities.
Organization name
Rocklin Historical Society
1988
Mission Category
Community Improvement, Capacity Building
Operating Budget
$50,001 - $100,000
Organization Need
Funding: Program, Volunteers
Demographics Served
Youth & Children, General population
Local Counties Served
Placer
Address
3895 Rocklin RoadOther
PO Box 1Rocklin, CA, US
Roseville, CA, US
Loomis, CA, US
Granite Bay, CA, US
Lincoln, CA, US