Events

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- Wedlock's Gift: California Railroad Depot Images In Ink -- August 1 through December 31

The California State Railroad Museum is proud to present a fascinating, two-part  exhibit titled “Wedlock’s Gift: California Railroad Depot Image...read more

SEP 1 California State Capitol Museum -- Californians Over There! California’s Role in the First World War

"The Great War" of 1914 -1918 was called "the war to end all wars," and only later would be known as World War I. The newest exhibit at the State Capi...read more

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- “Common Diversions: Toy Trains and Scale Model Railroads” Exhibit -- November 3, 2011 through September 14, 2012

While small in size, miniature trains are always a big attraction for guests who visit the California State Railroad Museum!  And soon, visitors ...read more

SEP 1 Mine Yard Living History

Volunteers in period costume portray workers of the past and re-enact a working day at the mine. Meet the office staff, mine workers, visit the operat...read more

SEP 1 Old Sacramento SHP -- Old Sacramento Underground Tours -- March 31 thru November

What:  Old Sacramento Underground Tours Where: Sacramento History Museum  101 I Street in Old Sacramento When: March 31 ...read more

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- “Pick Me! Fruit Crate Art & the California Dream” Exhibit -- April 10, 2012 through October 31, 2013

What: “Pick Me!  Fruit Crate Art & the California Dream” Exhibit  Where: California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento St...read more

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- “Pick Me! Fruit Crate Art & the California Dream” Exhibit -- April 10, 2012 through October 31, 2013

What: “Pick Me!  Fruit Crate Art & the California Dream” Exhibit  Where: California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento St...read more

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- Weekend Excursion Train Rides -- March 31 through September

What:  Weekend Excursion Train Rides Where: Trains depart from the Central Pacific Railroad Freight Depot   (On Front Stree...read more

SEP 1 Railtown 1897 SHP -- Weekend Excursion Train Rides Behind the Historic Sierra No. 3

What:  Weekend Steam-Powered Excursion Train Rides Where: Railtown 1897 State Historic Park, Jamestown  When: Weekends...read more

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- Railroad Museum Chronicles 150 Years of Passenger Service, Comfort & Style in New “Ticket To Ride” Exhibit -- May 31, 2012 through March 2013

What:  “Ticket to Ride: 150 Years Passenger Comfort & Style” Exhibit  Where: California State Railroad Museum  Old...read more

SEP 1 History's Mysteries

We invite families or groups to solve an actual crime that occurred in Columbia in the 1800s.  You will witness the event, interview key members ...read more

SEP 1 Junior Ranger programs

Saturday and SundayTime:10:00 a.m. Children ages 7 to 12 can participate in fun activities on various nature topics.  Sunday programs will be ab...read more

SEP 1 Seal Programs

Saturday afternoonTime:2:00 p.m.  Learn about harbor seals and sea lions.  Walk out to look at the seal colony.  Meet at Lake Cleone ...read more

SEP 1 Campfire Programs

Saturday eveningTime:8:00 p.m.  Have fun and learn about a different topic each Saturday.  Dress warm and bring a flashlight.  Meet a...read more

SEP 1 Nature Walks

Saturdaytime:4:00 p.m. Get some exercise and learn about the natural and cultural history of the park.  Meet at the recreation hall.  Th...read more

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- Wedlock’s Gift: California Railroad Depot Images In Ink - Phase Two -- August 3, 2012 through March 4, 2013

What: Wedlock’s Gift: California Railroad Depot Images In Ink - Phase Two Where: California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Histori...read more

SEP 1 California State Railroad Museum -- Train Rides Expanded Schedule -- September 1-3, 2012

What: Weekend Excursion Train Rides Expanded Schedule During Gold Rush Days! Where: Trains depart from the Central Pacific Railroad Freight Depot (On...read more

SEP 1 Railtown 1897 SHP -- Steam-Powered Excursion Train Rides Expanded Schedule over Labor Day Weekend! -- September 1-3, 2012

What: Steam-Powered Excursion Train Rides Expanded Schedule over Labor Day Weekend! Where: Railtown 1897 State Historic Park Jamestown When: Saturda...read more

SEP 1 Redwood Loop Walk

When: Every Friday at 11:00 am      Every Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm       (except ...read more

SEP 1 Big Basin Nature Club

When: Saturdays at 4:30 pm            (except for a special event on Saturday, September 29) &n...read more

SEP 1 Junior Rangers

When: Saturdays at 3:00 pm           (except for a special event on Saturday, September 29)  &n...read more

SEP 1 Evening Campfire

When: Saturdays at 6:30 pm            AND Sunday, September 2 at 6:30 pm Join us in our histor...read more

SEP 1 Fort Ross: Weekend History Talks

History talks are offered Saturdays and Sundays in the Fort Compound at 12 and 2 pm. For more informaton about schedules and topics, please call 707-8...read more

SEP 1 Bike and Hike to the Giants

When: Saturday, September 1 at 10:00 am Explore Big Basin on this family-friendly adventure! First take a short 1-mile bike ride, with a stop to lear...read more

SEP 1 California Mission Ride Event - Santa Cruz Mission SHP

California Mission Ride Event in Santa Cruz Saturday, September 1st 3:30 - 8:00 pm Meet participants of The California Mission Ride: a 600 mile h...read more