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Temporary Closure
Until Further Notice
The California Museum is temporarily closed due to the novel coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak. We will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so.
Gold Mountain
Ongoing
Discover the overlooked but significant contributions of Chinese Californians in shaping history and the modern state in this new exhibit featuring historic artifacts and photographs, accompanied by interactive video stations, games and activities.
Toyo Miyatake
1/11 - 4/19/20
Discover the life and work of photographer Toyo Miyatake, who shot iconic images of life for Japanese Americans behind barbed wire during his WWII incarceration at Manzanar. On view through April 19, 2020 for Photography Month Sacramento.
California Responds
4/7 - 5/31/20
Explore the legacy of the state’s Emergency Medical Services in this all-new exhibit opening April 7, 2020, presented by the National EMS Museum in partnership with California EMS Authority and Global Medical Response.
California Indians: The First People
Ongoing
Initially developed under the direction of a Native Advisory Council in 2011, this exhibit presenting the histories and legacies of over 100 California’s tribes in their own voice and was updated for 2017.
Uprooted!
Ongoing
This signature exhibit explores life behind barbed wire for Japanese Americans through in re-created barracks, interactive video kiosks, historic photographs and artifacts.
California Missions
Ongoing
Explore the 21 outposts founded by Spanish missionaries on “The Royal Road” in this new exhibit chronicling a pivotal chapter of state history.
Unity Center
Ongoing
This long-term installation celebrates California’s diverse people, customs and cultures, encouraging visitors to take an active stance for unity in their community.
California Hall of Fame
12/11/19 - 11/1/20
Explore the lives and legacies of the California Hall of Fame 13th class in the all-new artifact exhibit featuring items on loan from inductees’ personal collections.
Women Inspire
Opening spring 2020
Developed in collaboration with California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, this all-new long-term exhibit features the stories of Golden State women who inspire change and reflection on the struggle for equality.
