The Wild Side

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A Journey Into Marysville’s Gold Rush Past

Built in 1858, the Silver Dollar Saloon was once a central gathering place for miners, travelers, and musicians. Above it, the Grand Hotel operated one of the longest-running brothels in the United States — active from the 1860s until 1978. Your tour leads through restored rooms filled with original photos, documents, furnishings, and rare artifacts.

The Grand Hotel Museum

Visitors can walk through preserved hallways once used by performers and working girls, each room telling a different chapter of Marysville’s nightlife. Some guests even report encounters with the museum’s rumored resident ghost — a woman in a white gown who is said to wander the upper floor.

What You’ll See

• Authentic photographs and memorabilia from the Gold Rush era
* Restored rooms from the brothel’s early years
* Historical displays that document Marysville’s underground past
* The original upper-floor layout of the Grand Hotel

Restoration and Preservation

When Joseph and Meigan Ferrie acquired the building in 2018, the upper floor was filled with decades of forgotten materials. Their restoration work carefully preserved the history, encapsulating the rooms into a museum honoring the women who lived and worked here, and the era that shaped Marysville.

Tour

Tours are available by reservation and on select public dates. Visitors are invited to explore the exhibits, learn from knowledgeable guides, and immerse themselves in an authentic Gold Rush experience. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a traveler, or simply curious about Marysville’s past, the Brothel Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Location

330 1st St, Marysville, CA 95901
Located on the second floor above the Silver Dollar Saloon.