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 Honoring our soldiers |
1119 Second St Sacramento, CA 95814 United States +1 916 442 2883 http://www.militarymuseum.org |
Displays of weapons, uniforms, battle flags and medals are in this location. In chronological order, you can see artifacts from before California was a state through the Spanish/American War, Civil War, World War I and II, and Bosnia. There is also information about Teddy Roosevelt's life, the San Francisco earthquake and a research center for anything you may have missed. The gift shop has memorabilia for sale. Admission is $5 adults; $1.50 children (6-17) and seniors (55 and older) is $3; under 5 is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Owls, Eagles, and more |
1 Shields Avenue University of California Sacramento, CA 95616 United States +1 530 752 9994 / +1 530 752 6091 http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/... |
Vultures, screech owls and bald eagles are among the birds displayed in living-room-sized cages along tree-shaded pathways. The volunteers and professional veterinarians affiliated with this institution release about 65 percent of their patients after successful treatments ranging from surgery to physical therapy. The staff leads Hawk Walks to view recently released birds in the surrounding habitat. Visitors can view demonstrations of techniques such as "on the fist." During monthly events, staff lectures and presentations focus on the fascinating features of raptor biology and ecology. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 History & Future of California Politics |
10th Street Sacramento, CA 95814 United States +1 916 324 0333 http://capitolmuseum.ca.gov/ |
Surrounded by a lush green park, the Capitol Building in downtown Sacramento is an impressive display of neoclassical architecture. It serves as the political center of California, a symbol of the discourse and laws that shape the state and its inhabitants. Exhibits within the building's museum offer a thorough narrative of California history. It is a popular site among tourists, and it is not uncommon to witness wedding parties posing for pictures or locals enjoying picnics in the grassy areas around the building. Admission to the Capitol Building and its museum is free. Consult the website for information about tours, exhibits, and upcoming events at the Capitol. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Modern technology recreates the past |
Capitol Building (10th and L streets) Sacramento, CA 95814 United States +1 916 324 0333 http://www.capitolmuseum.ca.gov/ |
Operating continuously since the day the doors first opened in 1869, this building is where the State of California's legislature meets. By the late 1970s, the building was declared seismically unsafe and had become an eyesore. The Legislature decided to stay in its traditional home and authorized a massive restoration. Today, from the intricate tile work on the front lobby floor to the lovingly etched filigreed detail in alcoves under the rotunda, the craftsmanship of a bygone era is evident. Docent guided tours are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Native California culture |
2618 K St Sacramento, CA 95816 United States +1 916 324 0971 http://www.parks.ca.gov |
Located next to Sutter's Fort, this museum displays history from the Native American perspective. View intricately woven baskets, ceremonial dance regalia, sacred objects, headdresses, native instruments and other cultural items used by California's native people. Themes surrounding the natural world and its connection to the spiritual world add a rich contrast to the exhibits. Enjoy self-guided audio tours, which are activated by pushing indicated buttons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest train museum in the country in Old Town |
111 I St Sacramento, CA 95814 United States +1 916 445 6645 http://www.csrmf.org/ |
This is the largest train museum in the country. Dedicated to accuracy and detail, the California State Railroad Museum, located in historic Old Sacramento, recreates the golden days of American railroading circa 1849. Adults and kids alike can wander for hours among restored locomotives, cars, bridges and railroad equipment. Indoor and outdoor displays bring to life rail travel during the Gold Rush Era. Admission for adults are $8; youth ages 6-17 are $3; and children ages 5 and under are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Hands-on learning |
1919 F St Sacramento, CA 95616 United States +1 530 756 4100 http://www.davisartcenter.com/ |
The displays constantly change at Davis Art Center, which is a bustling cultural center. Works of art hanging on the walls may reflect Andy Warhol one week, Cubism the next and Australian aboriginal cave paintings the following week. Kids in the painting classes are encouraged to experiment and everybody gets to hang their work on the walls. Local artists exhibit their artwork as well. Experimentation is the guiding concept in more than 300 Art Center classes and workshops. Classes are offered in acrylic painting, dance and more. Prices vary for classes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Miles of hiking |
6700 Tarshes Drive Sacramento, CA 95778 United States +1 916 489 4918 http://www.effieyeaw.org |
The Nature Center is the crown jewel of the pristine American River woodlands. There are several self-guided hiking trails such as the Observation Trail, which winds through oak groves to culminate with a sweeping view of the river. The center maintains a sanctuary for rescued wild animals. The park has history and cultural programs as well as programs on the environment. The gift shop has historical trinkets, books, and more. Admission to the park is $4 per car. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get your atoms and molecules right |
2801 2nd Street Sacramento, CA 95616 United States +1 530 756 0191 http://www.explorit.org |
If it's science that interests you, walk right into the Explorit Science Center. This non-profit organization is for kids, teachers, adults, families, students and teens. The Center holds programmes, lectures, field trips, assemblies, nature labs and safaris for schools. It also arranges vacation classes for students and for all those who would like to know more about the world they live in. Come and enjoy the experience! Check the website for more details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History goes hi-tech |
1020 O St (Intersection of 10th and O streets) Sacramento, CA 95814 United States +1 916 653 7524 http://www.ss.ca.gov/museum/in... |
This museum offers the history of California in a dazzling array of high-tech, multi-media displays and exhibits. The museum makes the subject of history an entertaining treat for the entire family. It uses interactive displays (including holograms) to depict the People, Place, Politics, and Promise of California in its four main galleries. A highlight of the museum is the display of the original California Constitution. Admission: Adults $7.50; Children (6-13) $5; Children 5 and under are free; Seniors $6. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Elegant Furnishings and Architecture |
1526 H Street Sacramento, CA 95814 United States +1 916 323 3047 http://www.parks.ca.gov |
The Governor's mansion, built in 1877, has 14-foot ceilings, crystal chandeliers, ornate moldings, Persian carpets, Italian marble fireplaces and French mirrors. Many Governors' wives, including Nancy Reagan, have remodeled the home. Among the famous guests who stayed in the mansion were Teddy Roosevelt and Jack Kennedy. Each room is furnished from a different era, so the tour is also a history of furniture. Tours are on the hour and guides must accompany visitors. Tours are USD1 for adults (16 and over); under 16 is admitted free. The gift shop is filled with historic memorabilia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History entombed |
1000 Broadway Sacramento, CA 95818 United States +1 916 448 5665 http://www.oldcitycemetery.com/ |
More than 20,000 pioneers from the Gold Rush era (1840s) "rest in peace" here, including John A. Sutter, Jr. (founder of Sacramento), Edwin Bryant Crocker and Mark Hopkins (two of the "Big Four" of railroading). This well-maintained Historic City Cemetery was established in 1849. You will find fresh air, beautiful flowers, art sculptures and historical facts. You can easily spend several hours exploring the history entombed on this 28-acre site. Self-guided tour maps are available at the entrance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A century of telephone technology |
106 Vernon St Sacramento, CA 95688 United States +1 916 786 1621 http://www.rosevilletelephonem... |
The four galleries in this seven-year old museum offer a glimpse into the past. Some visitors will recognize a particular telephone and remember "how it used to be." On display are more than 100 early wall telephones, early telephone booths and old technology going back to the 1890s. As far as current equipment, technology buffs will appreciate the cutaway of a typical underground cable vault and a display that commends the wonders of fiber optics. Admission is $1 for age 13 and older. Children under 12 are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Go wild with wildlife in Land Park near downtown |
3930 West Land Park Drive Sacramento, CA 95822 United States +1 916 264 5888 http://www.saczoo.com/ |
The Sacramento Zoo is home to more than 400 animals, including the snow leopard, red panda, Bateleur eagles and reptiles. In addition to the animals, the zoo has lakes, gardens, an educational amphitheater, and a train that runs through the premises. Service and amenities also include: picnic areas, concessions, gift store, stroller rentals and complimentary wheelchairs. Admission on weekdays is USD8.50 adults; USD6 children (3-12); children under three are admitted free. For weekend or holiday admission prices add 50 cents (USD) to weekday prices. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historical fort in downtown |
2701 L St Sacramento, CA 95816 United States +1 916 445 4422 http://www.parks.ca.gov/defaul... |
Originally built in 1839, Sutter's Fort is symbolic of the Gold Rush era in California. It is equipped with 12 cannons and a jail. Costumed docents re-enact living history as mountain men, traders, trappers and blacksmiths. View replicas of covered wagons or watch while docents make handicrafts. A self-guided audio tour is a good way to experience all this fort has to offer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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History of the automobile |
2200 Front St Sacramento, CA 95818 United States +1 916 442 6802 |
The museum displays antique automobiles of all makes and models. Antique mannequins and artifacts enhance this museum's history of the automobile. Showcasing more than 150 classics, the museum also features dream exhibits which explore society's passion for speed, independence and the "cool" image associated with cars. Guided tours, video programs, group discounts, a gift shop, private party room (with cars displayed) and a research library are available. Admission runs $7 for adults; for students in grades K-12, admission is $3. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pony Express and banking history |
1000 2nd St Sacramento, CA 95814 United States +1 916 440 4263 http://www.wellsfargohistory.c... |
The Wells Fargo History Museum in Old Sacramento showcases a 140-year history of the Pony Express, gold discovery and banking long ago. The museum is housed in the original building where the bank managed the Pony Express. Exhibits include gold, money, treasure boxes, guns, tools and original papers. Museum staff dressed in period costume guide tours and explain the bank's connection with the Pony Express and banking during the Gold Rush. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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