Gold and "Newcomers" both have played a big part in the history of the state of California, and both of them played a big role in the formation of the Native Sons of the Golden West.

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Gold and "Newcomers" both have played a big part in the history of the state of California, and both of them played a big role in the formation of the Native Sons of the Golden West.

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Gold and "Newcomers" both have played a big part in the history of the state of California, and both of them played a big role in the formation of the Native Sons of the Golden West.

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Gold and "Newcomers" both have played a big part in the history of the state of California, and both of them played a big role in the formation of the Native Sons of the Golden West.

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Gold and "Newcomers" both have played a big part in the history of the state of California, and both of them played a big role in the formation of the Native Sons of the Golden West.

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About NSGW

Gold and "Newcomers" both have played a big part in the history of the state of California, and both of them played a big role in the formation of the Native Sons of the Golden West.

General Albert Maver Winn Albert Maver Winn

Albert Maver Winn, a Virginian, came to California on May 28, 1849 and settled in Sacramento on June 25 of that year.

Becoming Active as a Native Sons

Becoming Active as
a Native Sons

The primary mission of the Native Sons of the Golden West is to preserve the spirit of the "Days of' 49" and the history of California.

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Native Sons Museums

The Native Sons of the Golden West Museum is located in the NSGW building on the main street of Columbia State Historic Park, three miles north of Sonora on highway 49.

Become a Native Son

Imagine joining an organization that lifts your spirit with the joy of giving to others and working/socializing with friends in making a difference in your town, and in California.

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