Our Mission

The mission of the East Contra Costa Historical Society is to collect, maintain, preserve, and protect historical artifacts and information of culture and historic value relative to the area of East Contra Costa County.  Our historical museum, consisting of the Byer-Nail House, Homer’s Shed, Eden Plains Schoolhouse, Resource Center, Pole Barn, and grounds will be maintained and preserved to promote public awareness, education, and appreciation of the heritage of East Contra Costa County.