Welcome to the Sacramento History Museum.


We are open 7 days-a-week from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M.
with last tickets sold at 4:30 P.M.

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WHAT'S NEW?

Tattooed & Tenacious: Inked Women in California’s History

Tattooed & Tenacious: Inked Women in California’s History also features artwork from contemporary women tattoo artists of the Sacramento region, showing the style differences in tattooing of the past with the inked women of today. In the late 1800s tattoos were primarily one color, today they are a colorful display of art. This exhibit runs through June 2, 2024.

So much to see... so much to do

EXHIBITS

Uncover the largely unknown history of California women and tattoos, through photographs, personal histories, and artifacts.

TOURS

Head Underground! Catch Gold Fever! Or maybe have a Ghostly encounter. Our Time Traveling Tours can't be beat!

SPECIAL EVENTS

Our Special Events range from educational presentations to fun-filled festivals that celebrate the city's history and cultural diversity.

FIELD TRIPS

We offer a variety of history programs for all grade levels. Whether it’s in the Museum, your classroom, or onscreen, our programs are the best!

HAVE YOU SEEN US ON SOCIAL MEDIA?

Find out why 935,000 Facebook followers, 442,000 Instagram followers, 2.6 million TikTok followers and 2.61 million YouTube watchers are following us.

Stop back daily to view our latest YouTube Video, or better yet… visit all of our social media channels so you can follow us too!

WHAT DO OUR GUESTS SAY?

5/5
“A fantastic tour. So many things I've discovered, but also many pieces of history I could learn about. I love all the old wood and iron! Great gift shop! Well worth the admission any day. .”
Bobby VonBargen
5/5
“This museum is a hidden gem. Great facts about Sacramento History, but the TOURS are what make this museum amazing! Underground Tours, Paranormal Tours, After Hours, Gold Fever!.... there's something to entertain and educate everyone! Be sure to go to the museums website to find out about Ghost Tours in October! ”
Julie K.
5/5
“I love this museum, it's way more informative than the neighboring train museum, despite it being a little smaller. ”
Nina Steinkraus

JOIN US... WON'T YOU?

The Sacramento History Museum is a perfect place to begin your excursion of the city and the Old Sacramento State Historic Park. Learn about the fascinating history of the city, including details about the Gold Rush and its impact on Sacramento.

Other interesting exhibits at the museum shed light on the way of life of the Nisenan and Maidu people who were the early inhabitants of the region. You can also view a wide range of artifacts related to occupations such as fur tapping that were carried out in the region.

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The Sacramento History Museum in Old Sacramento features exhibits that showcase Sacramento’s vibrant history, including the great Gold Rush of 1849.  

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