CALIFORNIA HALL OF FAME

History

The California Museum, along with former First Lady Maria Shriver, created the California Hall of Fame to recognize legendary Californians who have influenced the state, the nation and the world.

Learn more about the History of the California Hall of Fame.

Exhibit

The California Hall of Fame exhibition displays many items that are on personal loan from the current inductees and have never been exhibited before.

Learn more about the 2011 exhibit opening on Friday, December 9.

Inductees

The California Hall of Fame inductees come from all walks of life and embody California’s innovative spirit. Twelve to fourteen remarkable individuals have been inducted each year since 2006.

See all the California Hall of Fame Inductees.

Dreamers Challenge

The California Museum has partnered with Comcast, the California Department of Education and the California State Fair and Exposition to present a challenge to high school seniors: tell us how your dream will leave a lasting mark on the state, nation and the world.

Read winning entries.

Become a Member to Attend

For the first time in the event's history, California Hall of Fame level members are invited to attend the official state ceremony at Memorial Auditorium on December 8, 2011.

Sign up today, only 750 seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Ceremonies

The California Hall of Fame is an official State of California ceremony, which includes the presentation of Spirit of California medals by the Governor. 

Visit our Ceremonies media page to view video, images and news coverage of previous year's induction ceremonies.

Nominate a Hall of Famer

Every year, a selection committee diligently reviews suggestions for California Hall of Fame nominees. We invite YOU to make a nomination! Tell us who YOU think is remarkable and why.

Nominate a remarkable Californian!