This historic California cemetery holds the bodies of veterans of both the Civil War and the Donner Party.

A simple plaque remembers a California island massacre that claimed more than 100 lives.

California's own majestic geyser is powered by a subterranean volcano.

Wheels of chrome by the thousands adorn this California Historical Landmark.

"You don't need a rocket scientist to build a steam engine, but we've got one." -Museum docent on the credentials of a restoration volunteer.

A Tibetan Temple and Buddhist organization just off the beaten path in Northern California.

A showcase of engineering might that was also symbolic of westward expansion.