Historical Society of Lake County, Kelseyville

About Historical Society of Lake County

The Lake County Historical Society operates the Ely Stage Stop and Country Museum, an all-volunteer institution dedicated to preserving Lake County's cultural heritage. The museum houses restored artifacts and historic documents spanning the region's past, including the Ferron Wagon and the Kelseyville Jail. Visitors can explore a working Blacksmith shop and examine the historic Ely Building, which originally served as a postal and stagecoach relay station from 1887 to 1889. The expansive grounds feature a red barn and several preserved historic structures. The museum also displays the newly restored Lakeport Freight Wagon. The site accommodates special events throughout the year, including spring picnics and grand openings for new exhibits. The museum operates on weekends and welcomes researchers, history enthusiasts and those interested in learning about Lake County's settlement era and regional development. The location is situated in Kelseyville, California.