THE CALIFORNIA MUSEUM
Fact Sheet
LOCATION
1020 O Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Located next to the Secretary of State building and one block from the State Capitol.
CONTACT INFORMATION
(916) 653-7524
info@californiamuseum.org
www.californiamuseum.org
MUSEUM HOURS
Tuesday – Saturday 10:00am to 5:00 pm; Sunday 12pm to 5:00pm
ADMISSION
$7.50 for adults; $6 for students w/ID and seniors; $5 ages 6 – 13.
For group rates, call (916) 654-1729
TRANSPORTATION/PARKING
The Museum is a stop on the Light Rail (Archives Plaza).
Weekend parking is free in a surface lot directly across the street from the Museum.
On-street parking is free on Sundays. Additional parking is available Monday-Friday at select garages: 10th Street between P and O Streets, 11th Street between O and P Streets, 14th and P Streets, 10th Street between L and K Streets.
MUSEUM STORE
The store is accessible from the Museum lobby and is open Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4:45 p.m.
FACILITY RENTALS
The California Museum provides a unique setting for parties, receptions, meetings, weddings and much more. For more information, please contact (916) 653-3476, info@californiamuseum.org, or www.californiamuseum.org.
BRIEF HISTORY
The California Museum opened in 1998 and was initially designed to showcase the materials of the State Archives. Over the last ten years the vision and mission have grown to make the Museum a destination place with a goal of educating and inspiring people about the richness that is California history. In 2005, First Lady Maria Shriver took on the role as Honorary Chairperson. With her leadership and that of the board, the Museum has gained the capacity to initiate and attract world-class exhibits.
MISSION
To engage, educate and enlighten a broad public audience about California history and its unique influence on the world of ideas, innovation, art and culture. Through captivating, active and state of the art experiences, the Museum seeks to inspire men, women and children to dream the California dream and dare to make their mark on history.
"It’s All About WE" MOVEMENT
Maria Shriver has transformed the role of First Lady, issuing calls to action that have resounded across the state and have transcended party, gender and economic lines. “It’s All About WE” is the overarching message for the movement led by Shriver. Through her innovative WE programs and initiatives, Shriver is inviting all Californians to find out what WE can do together when WE come together. “It’s All About WE” represents Shriver’s belief in the power of uniting people to communicate with each other, support each other, and create a positive legacy in their own lives, in their communities, in their state – and beyond.
The California Museum is the WE Inspire program of the "It's All About WE" movement.
EDUCATION
A core program of The California Museum is civic education. A special focus is placed on serving the young people who will become the voters, decision makers and leaders of California in this new millennium. Approximately 50,000 students from all over the state visit The California Museum annually for a unique educational experience.
FUNDING
The California Museum is a non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization funded by a variety of giving opportunities for individuals, corporations and foundations and through earned income from admissions, facility rentals and gift shop sales.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and First Lady Maria Shriver, Honorary Co-Chairs ·
Hon. Debra Bowen, Secretary of State · Dina Eastwood, Chair · Kevin M. Bacon · Stephen D. (Steve) Burns · Collie Christensen · Jack Coffey · Ruth Coleman · Richard S. Costigan · Jens C. Egerland · Marcy Friedman · Pam Giarrizzo · Dolores C. Huerta · Sarah Meeker Jensen · Sherry Lansing · Nancy Lenoil · Fred L. Main · Jillian Manus · Robert Martin · Wanda McDaniel · Nancy E. McFadden · Kitty O’Neal · Alice Perez · Anne-Marie Petrie · Dave Pringle, Treasurer · Cassandra Pye · Patricia Roboostoff Splinter · Jami Warner · Andrea Wong · Allan Zaremberg, Secretary
EXHIBITS AND PROGRAMS
Exhibits and programs are designed to educate and inspire men, women and children about the rich history of California and its impact on the world. Such current exhibits include:
The California Museum’s California Hall of Fame Conceived by Honorary Chair, Maria Shriver, this prestigious Governor’s award honors individuals who embody California’s innovative spirit and whose accomplishments have influenced the state, the nation and the world. Candidates are chosen annually and original materials are displayed in individual cases.
Constitution Wall
California’s Remarkable Women
Latinas: Spirit of California
Uprooted! Japanese Americans during WWII
Minerva Awards