Folsom /Sacramento Museums & Sports
Folsom History Museum. Operated by the Folsom Historical Society, the Folsom History Museum in historic downtown Folsom is home to a wonderful collection of artifacts and treasures that chronicle the settlement and development of the Folsom area. You'll see fascinating and educational exhibits throughout the year along with special events highlighting the Gold Rush era and Folsom's history. The Folsom History Museum is 6.5 miles from our hotel. Visit www.folsomhistorymuseum.org.
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Sacramento Sports Teams. Sports enthusiasts will enjoy attending a sporting event and cheering for Sacramento’s professional basketball and baseballs teams. Catch the Kings, Monarchs and Rivercats of Sacramento as they shoot and swing to victory this season!
The California Museum For History, Women and the Arts. A vibrant museum dedicated to the stories, struggles and triumphs of California, the California Museum for History, Women and the Arts in Sacramento presents the rich history and culture of California through an extraordinary collection that includes the stories of California’s women. For the first time, California’s women have a home for their tales in a museum about California history. The Museum promotes the artistic and cultural heritage of California’s women in an engaging center that bridges the past to the future. First Lady Maria Shriver helped to create this museum housed at the former California State History Museum. Visit www.californiamuseum.org.
Aerospace Museum of California. The Aerospace Museum of California in McCellan features 28 USAF planes dating to WWII, two Russian Migs,and many interactive exhibits. One of Sacramento's best-kept secrets, the Museum includes the Hardie Setzer Aerospace Pavilion, the Air Park, the state-of-the-art Aerospace Learning Center, the Aviation Historic Center, and McClellan Memorial Plaza. Call (916) 643-3192. [Top]
Aerospace Museum of California. The Aerospace Museum of California in McCellan features 28 USAF planes dating to WWII, two Russian Migs,and many interactive exhibits. One of Sacramento's best-kept secrets, the Museum includes the Hardie Setzer Aerospace Pavilion, the Air Park, the state-of-the-art Aerospace Learning Center, the Aviation Historic Center, and McClellan Memorial Plaza. Call (916) 643-3192. [Top]
Sacramento Discovery Museum. History, science, space and technology converge at the Discovery Museum, your departure point for hands-on exploration of the past, present and future. The Gold Rush History Center explores the history of Sacramento and California by tracing the relationships that shaped our culture and lives. At the Science & Space Center, you will discover natural history, Earth and space exploration through interactive exhibits and events that arouse curiosity and self-expression. For the livelier side of Mother Earth, stroll 14 acres of Heritage Oaks, including redwood trees and other native plants, in the Nature Trail. Check out the Museum’s new Bone Zone exhibit! Visit www.thediscovery.org.
Crocker Art Museum. Sacramento’s Crocker Art Museum, the leading art institution in the Central Valley, offers a spectrum of exhibitions and collections of California and international artworks and ceramics. With its collection spanning from 15th century to contemporary periods, Crocker is the oldest continually operating public art museum in the West and the finest example of Victorian Italianate architecture in the country. Enjoy public tours, concerts and the museum store. Visit www.crockerartmuseum.org. [Top]
Crocker Art Museum. Sacramento’s Crocker Art Museum, the leading art institution in the Central Valley, offers a spectrum of exhibitions and collections of California and international artworks and ceramics. With its collection spanning from 15th century to contemporary periods, Crocker is the oldest continually operating public art museum in the West and the finest example of Victorian Italianate architecture in the country. Enjoy public tours, concerts and the museum store. Visit www.crockerartmuseum.org. [Top]
Sacramento Kings. Sacramento’s National Basketball Association team since 1985, the exciting Sacramento Kings light up the court and slam dunk at the ARCO Arena. For upcoming games and tickets, visit www.nba.com/kings.
Sacramento Monarchs. 2006 WNBA Western Conference Champions, the Sacramento Monarchs finesse the court at Arco Arena. In 2005, the Monarchs brought Sacramento its first major WNBA championship in a professional women’s basketball, winning the WNBA Finals for the first time. For upcoming season games and tickets, visit www.wnba.com/monarchs/.
Sacramento Rivercats. Sacramento’s Minor League Baseball team rounds the bases at Raley Field in the Pacific Coast League and is the AAA affiliate of Major League Baseball's Oakland Athletics. Go Rivercats! [Top]
Sacramento Monarchs. 2006 WNBA Western Conference Champions, the Sacramento Monarchs finesse the court at Arco Arena. In 2005, the Monarchs brought Sacramento its first major WNBA championship in a professional women’s basketball, winning the WNBA Finals for the first time. For upcoming season games and tickets, visit www.wnba.com/monarchs/.
Sacramento Rivercats. Sacramento’s Minor League Baseball team rounds the bases at Raley Field in the Pacific Coast League and is the AAA affiliate of Major League Baseball's Oakland Athletics. Go Rivercats! [Top]
