Mission Statement:

The Historical Society of Dayton Valley has been established to protect, preserve and promote the historic Dayton Museum as well as Dayton area history, historic integrity, heritage and culture for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Our Society operates the Dayton Museum, which is located in an 1865 schoolhouse, the second oldest in the State. It still stands at its original location on Shady Lane at Logan. The schoolhouse served as the community's grammar school until 1959.

Dayton's museum collections include exhibits, photographs, documents, quilts, furniture and numerous artifacts depicting gold discovery, railroading, milling, mining, education culture, Native Americans, Chinese farming, ranching, the Sutro Tunnel, filming of "The Misfits" and much more....

The museum is an interesting and popular stop for locals, tourists, and classes of school children. We also have a small gift shop with Dayton related collectibles and books. Members receive a 15% discount on gift shop purchases.