Despite its darker past, all the Donner locations have become popular tourist attractions. Of course, they have the beauty of nature behind them, but the history of these areas can surely draw a crowd. The Donner party was group of American pioneers stranded en route to California in 1846. The group was named for the expedition’s captain, George Donner. It was widely circulated that members of the party resorted to cannibalism after their food ran out, giving the party its lasting notoriety. Donner® Official U.S. Store, a global brand of musical instruments. We strive to provide affordable and quality musical instruments to all musicians. Since 2012, Donner has been committed to creating innovative, enjoyable, and aesthetically pleasing musical instruments. In the spring of 1846, a group of nearly 90 emigrants left Springfield, Illinois, and headed west. Led by brothers Jacob and George Donner, the group attempted to take a new and supposedly. The Donner Party, sometimes called the Donner–Reed Party, was a group of American pioneers who migrated to California in a wagon train from the Midwest. Delayed by a multitude of mishaps, they spent the winter of 1846–1847 snowbound in the Sierra Nevada. 🎸🇹🇭 Ruben Wan brought his signature sound to Donner Live Asia Tour Thailand stop! He performed original tracks, shared his tonal insights and creative process, and connected deeply with Bangkok fans through music. No language barrier. Just pure musical connection. The Donner Live journey continues. Online shopping for Musical Instruments from a great selection of Solid Body, Beginner Kits, Hollow & Semi-Hollow Body & more at everyday low prices. The following timeline provides an almost day-to-day basic description of events directly associated with the 1846 Donner Party pioneers, covering the journey from Illinois to California— 2,500 miles (4,000 kilometers), over the Great Plains, two mountain ranges, and the deserts of the Great Basin. New customer? Start here. Woot!.