The Roots of Motive Power Steam Festival will be held at the Roots of Motive Power Yard (next door to the Museum) September 7^th and 8^th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This FREE event includes historic train rides and an opportunity to observe historic steam equipment demonstrations like steam shovels, steam rollers, stationary engines, tractors and more! To learn more about Roots of Motive Power and their annual Steam Festival please visit their website: https://rootsofmotivepower.com

During a visit to the Festival, all are welcome to stop by the Museum and see Frontier Days: A Collector’s Journey exhibit and learn more about Mendocino County’s unique history. The Mendocino County Museum is located at 400 E. Commercial Street in Willits, California. View our website for hours, admission, special events and more: www.mendocinocounty.org/museum.