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.

The Museum will open at noon on Friday, December 20

The Museum will be closed on Christmas Eve, December 24
and Christmas Day, December 25

Talking Comics

The Sacramento History Museum is proud present a FREE event on ZOOM, December 18th at 5PM.  We will be joined by Brent Trayce Sands, Creator of Impound Comics, Sacramento, Mario Estioko, Comics artist & California State University, Sacramento Graphic Design professor & Patrick McDonnell, Creator of ‘Mutts’ and author of “A Superhero’s Journey” and Darrin Bell, Pulitzer Prize winner creator of “Candorville”.

Hot Rod Monsters

Fast times and innovative minds created a Kustom Kulture of hot rods and monsters. Rat Fink was one of the many monsters Ed “Big Daddy” Roth drew, this monster became synonymous with the Kulture, he was on cars, T-shirts, and toy models. Rat Fink represented a time of rebellion, individuality, and creativity. Visit us to see custom models of Rat Fink and learn more about the Kulture, Ed “Big Daddy” Roth and Stanley Mouse.

Noon Year's Eve

Join us for our annual Noon Year’s Eve celebration on Tuesday, December 31  from 10 am to 1 pm! We’ll have crafts, caricaturists, face painting and story telling. Plus guided gold panning and our big balloon drop at noon! Best of all, it’s all free with your admission to the museum!! Happy Noon Year!

Underground Tours

Fa la la la… Underground!

Come see and learn how Sacramento lifted itself up out of the flood waters during the 1860s and 1870s!

Go Underground seven days a week. (Times are listed on the right) Your tour ticket includes museum admission!

 

America’s Monsters, Superheroes, and Villains: Our Culture at Play

The Sacramento History Museum is proud to present , America’s Monsters, Superheroes and Villains: Our Culture at Play, a multi-generational display of toys, comics, posters, and videos of the 60s – 90s. Runs through January 5th!

Holiday Cheer

Sacramento Living History holds their Annual Holiday Cheer festivities! This free, family-friendly event will teach you all about winter holidays in the mid-1800’s with era crafts and games, hot cocoa and mulled cider, a venue to take family photos, and caroling!

Join us for Holiday Cheer and have a spirited good time! You’ll find us in the Hastings Annex located at 1002 2nd Street, Saturdays through December 21 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Mómtim Péwinan, River People

Mómtim Péwinan, River People, has been curated by the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians Exhibits & Collections Center.  It features items specifically made for this exhibit including mannequins dressed in seasonal attire – plus regalia, tools, and more, created by today’s tribal artisans using techniques of their ancestors.

Print Shop Experience

Experience a rare and unique opportunity to go behind-the-scenes and get a hands-on opportunity at a centuries old craft. Book a Print Shop Experience where you and up to three guests can become a Printer and create your own Wanted Poster, press prints, and get the history on our antique presses.

Shop 916 eGift Card

The City of Sacramento is relaunching its popular Shop 916 gift card promotion, making it easy for residents to support local businesses during the holiday season. Now through Feb. 15, 2025, shoppers can enjoy bonus spending when purchasing Shop 916 gift cards—ideal for holiday gifting or treating yourself!