Docent-led tours of the historic Shinn House, 150 years-old this year!

The historic house is open from 1-4:00. Note: The last tour will begin around 3:00, so come between 1-3:00. The docent-led tours are about an hour long and begin when guests arrive. If no one is at the door, please ring the bell. Tour donation is $5 per adult. $3 (age 7-13) for children. Membership for $10 comes with free tours. Cash or PayPal. No reservation required, except for parties of 6 or more to ensure that your group has a spot.
The Shinn family came to California shortly after California became a state. The family had an early nursery and later a fruit ranch. The Shinn House was built in 1876. It is 150 years old this year! A docent will guide you through the house and tell you about the family. The Shinn family was important in many ways in the development of the Washington Township and California – the early nurseries, water district, child psychology field, development of horticulture, forestry, and agriculture. The museum and archives are open and may be visited. Before or after your tour, visit the beautiful gardens with historic trees and a 1983 Japanese garden. There is an online walking tour available. Check the Shinn House window for QR code.