The gala includes appetizers, a no-host bar, piano music, silent auction, raffle and a perfromance by the Madera High School Choir. Tickets are $50 per person and must be purchased ahead of time by mail (no tickets at the door, limited to 300).

In addition to the gala, the museum will also be open for holiday viewing, Dec. 9-13, and Dec, 16-20, 5:30 - 7:30PM. Tickets for these night time viewings are $2 per person or $5 per family and can be purchased at the front door. Cookies and hot cider will be available. Proceeds will help the Madera County Historical Society continue to preserve local history.