News from the Fort

Schedule Your 2019-2020 Educational Program

Schedule Your 2019-2020 Educational Program

Registration is now open for the 2019-2020 School Educational Programs at Sutter's Fort State Historic Park (SHP) - help us spread the word!  Friends of Sutter's Fort is proud to support these renowned educations programs, which are managed by California State Parks....

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Light Art Grand Tour USA

Light Art Grand Tour USA

We were thrilled to have thousands of people join us and California State Parks to see Sutter's Fort in a new light when renowned Swiss light artist, Gerry Hofstetter, illuminated Sutter's Fort as part of his multi-year, 50 state tour. Sutter's Fort SHP is the only...

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Haunted Fort

Haunted Fort

We had over 300 people join us to enjoy Haunted Fort this year, many of which told us that this was either their first time visiting Sutter's Fort, or that they had not been back since the fourth grade! We were delighted to have the B Street Theatre join us again,...

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Membership Changes

We have been working hard to strengthen our membership program, which is one way that you can support our daily efforts at Sutter’s Fort Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park. Check out what changes are in store for the new year… Read more:   Membership Changes

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Docent Spotlight: Joe Waltz

Docent Spotlight: Joe Waltz

Joe Waltz (also known as Captain Sutter) has been a long-time docent at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park. His outstanding volunteer service recently award him the Volunteer Medallion – the highest level award given by California State Parks. Get to know more about your docents and volunteers at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park… Read more:   Docent Spotlight: Joe Waltz

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