Visiting Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park

Location

Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park is located at:

2701 L Street
Sacramento, CA 95816

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Visitors should enter the park through the large gates facing 28th Street.

Hours

Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park is open daily (closed New Years Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas)

Please contact California State Parks staff at Sutter’s Fort for more information (916) 445-4422

 

admission fees

Adults $5

Youth (6-17) $3

Under 5 are free

 

Recent News

Sutter’s Fort Over Time: From Hair Wreaths to Historical Reflection

Sutter’s Fort Over Time: From Hair Wreaths to Historical Reflection

Dec 15, 2024

Artifacts like the hair wreaths—some of which may still be part of the Sutter’s Fort Archive Collection—connect us to the human stories of the past, while also inviting reflection on how we tell those stories today. By revisiting historical exhibits, we aim to raise awareness of the Fort’s ongoing transformation into a vibrant hub of education and community engagement. Read more:   Sutter’s Fort Over Time: From Hair Wreaths to Historical Reflection

More News

Make Your Holiday Shopping Meaningful at the Museum Store

Dec 15, 2024

This holiday season, add the Museum Store at Sutter’s Fort SHP to your gift list and shop with purpose! From unique treasures like gold-filled bottles and harmonica necklaces to books perfect for young readers and quirky socks inspired by Wide Open Walls, there’s...

From Twine to Firewood: You’re Supporting Immersive Education

Dec 15, 2024

Thanks to your generosity, we’ve been able to ease the financial and logistical burden on teachers by donating many of these supplies, making programs more accessible for classrooms. However, we’re still short of our fundraising goal and need your help to fully fund these critical supplies

Sutter’s Fort Over Time: Before Recent Restoration Work 

Nov 19, 2024

Notice the worn paint, exposed brick, and the aging wooden gates that awaited repair. Since then, State Parks, Friends of Sutter’s Fort, dedicated community members, and generous donors have collaborated to bring immense improvements to this landmark.

Group Visits

Are you looking to bring a commercial or private group to Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park? Please email angela.howell@parks.ca.gov or call (916) 445-3755.

Unguided School Groups:

ReserveCalifornia is now taking reservations via phone at 1-866-240-4655. In order to guarantee a space for a tour of 10 or more people, school tours and other group tours must have a confirmed reservation. Space availability is ONLY assured with a reservation placed through ReserveCalifornia.   

Parking

Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park does not have its own parking lot. Metered city parking is available, and there are several public parking lots in the vicinity.

Our friends at the Midtown Association are a great resource for more information about parking, public transportation and biking options in Midtown, Sacramento. Please visit their Getting Around web page for detailed information including maps.

Bus Parking: Free bus parking is available on “L” Street in front of Sutter’s Fort.

Public Transportation is also an option, please check with Sacramento Regional Transit. 

Plan Your future Visit

Visitors to Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park are welcome to explore the historic structures and living history museum at their own pace. A map and brochure is available at the kiosk.  Please note that California State Parks is no longer offering the audio tour. 

Personal photography is welcome throughout Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park. Commercial photography must be approved in advance by California State Parks. Please tag us in your photos @friendsofsuttersfort

We also encourage visitors to explore the exterior grounds of Sutter’s Fort, and to visit our neighbors at the State Indian Museum. Sutter’s Fort is located in the heart of Midtown Sacramento’s Sutter District, which is home to dozens of outstanding restaurants and shops-  many within walking distance. For more information, please visit the Midtown Association’s website.

Friends of Sutter's Fort
Friends of Sutter’s Fort is a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated to preserving, educating, and inspiring at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park. Our mission is to ensure that this landmark serves as a vibrant hub of community and learning for generations to come. We support the staff, programs and historic preservation efforts at Sutter’s Fort and operate the Museum Store, but we do not operate the park or programs, nor do we set the fees or park policies.
California State Parks
For more information, please see the Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park website, operated by California State Parks.

Museum Store

The Museum Store located inside Sutter’s Fort is operated by Friends of Sutter’s Fort. All Trade Store sales go right back into supporting the educational programming and historic preservation of Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park.

We are proud to offer a carefully curated selection of books, collectibles and craft kits that are related to the history of Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park.

Members of the Friends of Sutter’s Fort also receive a discount on all sales at the Trade Store. More on becoming a member…

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