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The California State Indian Museum displays exhibits illustrating the cultures of the state's first inhabitants. California's prehistoric population, one of the largest and most diverse in the Western hemisphere, was made up of over 150 distinct tribal groups who spoke at least 64 different languages. California Indian population estimates, before the arrival of the first Europeans, were at least 500,000 people.
California Indian cultural items in the museum include basketry, beadwork, clothing, and exhibits about the ongoing traditions of various California Indian tribes. Descendents of the first Californians, tens of thousands of them, still live in California and still cherish and carry on their unique cultural heritage. Indigenous people have donated many photographs of family, friends and memorable times for use in the museum. A section of the museum features a hands-on area, where visitors can try their hand at using Indian tools, such as the pump drill, used for making holes in shell beads and other materials; the mortar and pestle and soap root brush, made from the soap root plant, all used for grinding acorns.
Getting There
The California State Indian Museum is located in the downtown area of Sacramento at 26th and K Streets.
Traveling on I-80, from San Francisco, take Business 80/Hwy 50 east. Take the Business 80 exit (north towards Reno) to the N Street exit. Travel straight on 30th Street, then turn left under the freeway at L Street and travel on L Street to 26th Street. Bus parking is available on L Street by Sutter's Fort. Metered automobile parking is available on 26th and K Streets.
The California State Indian Museum is located in the downtown area of Sacramento at 26th and K Streets.
Traveling on I-80, from San Francisco, take Business 80/Hwy 50 east. Take the Business 80 exit (north towards Reno) to the N Street exit. Travel straight on 30th Street, then turn left under the freeway at L Street and travel on L Street to 26th Street. Bus parking is available on L Street by Sutter's Fort. Metered automobile parking is available on 26th and K Streets.
Admission
Adults $3 (18 years and older)
Youth $2 (ages 6 to 17)
Children Free (5 and under)
Cash or check only
Admission to the Museum includes viewing of the exhibits on traditional dance regalia and basketry.
Adults $3 (18 years and older)
Youth $2 (ages 6 to 17)
Children Free (5 and under)
Cash or check only
Admission to the Museum includes viewing of the exhibits on traditional dance regalia and basketry.
Seasons/Climate/Recommended Clothing
Summer and spring are warm; fall and winter can be cool. Layered clothing is advised.
Summer and spring are warm; fall and winter can be cool. Layered clothing is advised.
Operating Hours & Contact
The park is open from 10am until 5pm daily.
Telephone: 916-324-0971
The park is open from 10am until 5pm daily.
Telephone: 916-324-0971
Accessible Features
The exhibits are mostly accessible, and aisle and turning space is adequate. An attached restroom is generally accessible. Routes of travel to the museum entry are packed earth that is subject to weather, but firm and stable when dry. Some visitors may need assistance with slopes of paths and distances from available parking to museum.
Be the first to add a trip in this destination!The exhibits are mostly accessible, and aisle and turning space is adequate. An attached restroom is generally accessible. Routes of travel to the museum entry are packed earth that is subject to weather, but firm and stable when dry. Some visitors may need assistance with slopes of paths and distances from available parking to museum.
Nearby Community Trips
River City District Scouts out for a walk.
--------------------------------This trip was created with the REI Bike Your Drive App
--------------------------------This trip was created with the REI Bike Your Drive App
