Wooden entrance gate is carefully restored

Wooden entrance gate is carefully restored

In 2022, Park staff noticed that the arched lintel above the main beam which secures the large door posts at the South Entrance to Sutter’s Fort appeared to be leaning. The lintel was removed promptly to ensure visitor safety. Once removed, Parks restoration staff...

Upcoming Holiday Hours

Sutter’s Fort SHP will be closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day. Sutter’s Fort SHP is open daily from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Enhanced Lighting at Sutter’s Fort SHP

You may have noticed that Sutter’s Fort SHP looks a little different at night! A lighting project was recently completed to enhance the park grounds and improve visitor safety. 

Free Admission for Military Community on Veterans Day

California State Parks is honoring the service of U.S. veterans, as well as active and reserve personnel, by offering free admission to select state parks (including Suter’s Fort SHP and State Indian Museum) on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2022. In order to enter...
Native Arts & Crafts Market

Native Arts & Crafts Market

The Native Arts and Crafts Market will be returning to the California State Indian Museum again this year. Shop for unique and hand-made gifts and enjoy food trucks while you are at it! Food trucks will be parked in front of the museum selling Indian Tacos as well as...