History & Culture
Placer County Courthouse
Auburn's defining landmark—an 1898 Classical Revival courthouse crowning Old Town and home to the free Placer County Museum.
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Highlights
- ✓Iconic 1898 domed courthouse, still in use
- ✓Houses the Placer County Museum
- ✓Gold Rush, ranching, railroading, and Nisenan history exhibits
- ✓Beautiful grounds—stunning with autumn foliage
Location
101 Maple Street
Auburn, CA 95603
Visitor Tips
- •Museum admission is typically free; check seasonal hours before visiting
- •Closed on some public holidays
- •The hilltop lawn offers the best photos of the dome
Additional Information
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