Preserving the History of the Southern Sierras
The Kern River Valley Historical Society is celebrating over 57 years of operation in Kernville, California!

Kern Valley Museum
Within the Museum you’ll find a large assortment of artifacts from the Kern River Valley.
Kern Valley Museum
49 Big Blue Road
Kernville, CA 93238
Regular Hours:
10am to 4pm – Thursday through Sunday
Closed – Monday through Wednesday
We are closed on these Holidays:
New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Admission is Free – Donations Welcome
Research Annex
Our Annex serves as a research facility for researchers as well as genealogists, hobbyists, and the public.
KRVHS Research Annex
(Across the street from the Museum)
Kernville, CA 93238
Regular Hours:
10am to 4pm – Tuesdays and Thursdays
Closed – Monday, Wednesday, and Friday through Sunday
We are closed on these Holidays:
New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Admission is Free – Donations Welcome
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The Art Room in May
A Special Showing of Kern Valley Students’ Creations The Art Room in the Museum will be graced with a special showing ofthe beautiful art produced by the fourth, fifth, and…
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History Day
SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, May 18th, we’ll be hosting our annual History Day celebration. We’ll have a plethora of fun activities including: Mark your calendars! This is our way of…
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Support our Sponsors
We are honored to acknowledge all of the businesses and organizations who help to make our Historical Society and Museum such a success.
Please patronize these businesses and be sure to thank them!

Events Email List
Be the first to know when the KRVHS is hosting an event that’s open to the public.
You’ll receive occasional emails about Museum happenings.

Join Us
Receive our monthly Saddlebag Newsletter
Social events and monthly programs
Monthly docent-led field trips of historical interest
Brick Fundraiser
Order your brick today!
- Leave a lasting memory
- Standard brick with black lettering
- Proceeds will help the KRVHS continue their work
New Book
“Faith, Family, and Forestry“
- The Story of Bob Powers
- Authors: Larry M. Holochwost and Gene Verbeet
Our Mission
Our mission is to preserve and communicate the rich and colorful history of this region.
The Kern Valley Museum, in downtown Kernville, welcomes visitors to explore our rich history.
