North Star House National Significance Celebration

The North Star Historic Conservancy is proud to announce that the North Star House has been officially recognized as nationally significant in the National Register of Historic Places: a milestone that underscores the site’s vital place in American history. From the groundbreaking architecture of Julia Morgan, California’s first licensed woman architect, to the literary legacy of Mary Hallock Foote, the North Star House tells a remarkable story of innovation, culture, and community.

To celebrate this achievement, the Conservancy will host a community gathering on Sunday, November 16 at 2:00 PM at the North Star House, 12075 Auburn Road, Grass Valley. Guests will enjoy remarks from local leaders, a celebratory champagne toast, and opportunities to explore the House and grounds alongside neighbors, friends, and supporters.

While the designation honors the House’s national importance, it also celebrates something deeply local: the extraordinary dedication of the volunteers who have brought it back to…