The Rand Desert Museum, Randsburg

About The Rand Desert Museum

The Rand Desert Museum preserves the cultural and architectural history of the Rand Mining District and adjacent historic sites in the Upper Mojave Desert Region of California. This nonprofit organization operates from its location on Butte Avenue in Randsburg and maintains extensive collections documenting the area's mining heritage. Visitors can explore historical information relating to specific locations throughout the Rand Desert area, including pre-historic sites. The museum's research materials draw from periodicals spanning decades, including the Randsburg Miner, Desert Magazine, and the Los Angeles Times, providing context for the region's past. The museum also maintains genealogical records that allow visitors to search for ancestors by name. The organization welcomes contributions from community members with knowledge of local history. Weekend visits accommodate those interested in desert mining history and the architectural heritage of this Upper Mojave Desert community.