GUIDED TOUR: EXPERIENCING CENTERVILLE

Discover the rich and often overlooked history of Centerville, an unincorporated community in Butte County, California, nestled along the scenic banks of Butte Creek between the former mining towns of Helltown and Diamondville. This guided tour, led by the Chico History Museum, offers a fascinating look at a place that played an important role in the early development of the Chico area.

The tour meet at the historic Colman Museum & Centerville Schoolhouse, a treasured landmark that preserves stories of pioneer life, education, and the region’s mining and agricultural heritage. Once a vital community hub, the schoolhouse and surrounding grounds now serve as a window into the people and events that shaped Butte County.

As you walk through this rustic and beautiful setting, museum docents will share tales of early settlers, gold-rush era towns, and the evolution of this creekside community. Whether you are a lifelong local or a first-time visitor, this tour offers a deeper connection to the roots of our region.

Come explore where history meets landscape—and experience Centerville’s enduring story.

Lunch will be served.