News from the Fort
Join Our Nonprofit Museum Store Team
A part-time position is available at our nonprofit Sutter’s Fort Museum Store, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic individual to fill this role. Read more: Join Our Nonprofit Museum Store Team
Your Support Fuels Busy Educational Program Season
This season, over 50 schools will participate in these transformative full-day and overnight programs. Its inspiring to see students delve into hands-on activities, forging not only powerful learning experiences but also creating lasting memories, fostering teamwork, and building friendships with their classmates. Read more: Your Support Fuels Busy Educational Program Season
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Outgoing Board Chair
Friends of Sutter’s Fort extends our deepest gratitude to Nick Leonti, who has been an integral part of our Board of Directors since 2017 and served as our Board Chair from 2020 to 2023. Nick’s term on the board has ended and we want to recognize his years of service. Read more: A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Outgoing Board Chair
The Friends of Sutter’s Fort 2024 Board of Directors
The Friends of Sutter’s Fort 2024 Board of Directors has been elected. Read more: The Friends of Sutter’s Fort 2024 Board of Directors
Inside Sutter’s Fort, Museum Collection Spotlight Series: Fire Fighter Holiday Photo
The firemen at Engine Company No. 8 in Sacramento celebrated by decorating a tree in front of their firehouse, setting a scene with Santa Clause and reindeer, and making ornaments. Read more: Inside Sutter’s Fort, Museum Collection Spotlight Series: Fire Fighter Holiday Photo
Inside Sutter’s Fort, Museum Collection Spotlight Series: Gold Rush Era Harp
This harp is an example of a “harp of one order.” According to the original Sutter’s Fort catalogue card, Mexican musicians played this harp in the dance halls in mining towns during the Gold Rush Period. The harp was made in Mexico and brought to San Francisco by an unknown player in 1848. It later fell into the hands of an early Sacramento resident, who donated it to Sutter’s Fort between 1900 and 1930. Read more: Inside Sutter’s Fort, Museum Collection Spotlight Series: Gold Rush Era Harp
Sutter’s Fort Over Time: 1970’s Cannon Photo
This photo was shared by Chuck Lippincott. His father took this photo of him sitting on top of one of the cannons at Sutter's Fort SHP during a tour around 1975. Photos help us see the changes at Sutter's Fort SHP over time. In this photo you can see a large...
Tickets on Sale Now for New Event at Sutter’s Fort
Grab your flashlights and lanterns, or purchase them from us at the door, as we illuminate history and raise funds for school programs at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park. Flashlights and Friends is a unique opportunity to take a self-guided tour of Sutter’s Fort after dark under the winter sky in Midtown, Sacramento. Read more: Tickets on Sale Now for New Event at Sutter’s Fort
Weaving Demonstration at the State Indian Museum
This Saturday, November 11th, the California State Indian Museum will host a basket weaving demonstration given by Dixie Rogers, accomplished Karuk weaver and cultural practitioner. Read more: Weaving Demonstration at the State Indian Museum
Roof Replacement Move to the Southeast Side of the Fort
The roof project is moving along at Sutter’s Fort, with all of the shingles now installed on the entire western side of the Fort, including the Distillery Room, Blacksmith Shop, Museum Store and Grist Mill. This important project began in June and not only involves roof replacement but also seismic work. Read more: Roof Replacement Move to the Southeast Side of the Fort