Sacramento Historical Society

IMPORTANT UPDATE: SacrAmerica History Trivia Night Postponed Until Mid-April!

Unfortunately, due to another rainy weather forecast, we are postponing trivia night until mid-April. We are trying our best to ensure that this will not happen again. By pushing the event to a Wednesday evening in mid-April, we hope to have a higher probability of accurate weather predictability and a warmer evening as well.

We will announce a new date for trivia night after April 1st, when we have a much higher probability of good weather conditions.

To those of you who purchased tickets, you may request a refund or retain your tickets for the new date in April. Please contact [email protected] if you would like a refund.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience that this "weather delay" has caused. Thank you for your understanding and continuing support of SHS.

Trivia Dinner Show Details
Date: Rescheduled For Mid-April. New Date TBD
Location: The Trap Bar, 6125 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento, CA
Ticket Cost Per Person: $20 (includes a meal and a drink)
**For further updates, please check back here or at our website:

SacrAmerica History Trivia Night | Sac Historical Soc Grab your friends, your appetite, and your love of Sacramento! The Sacramento Historical Society is hosting an exclusive and engaging dinner show at the historic Trap Bar – a local dive bar with tons of character.

Important Update: SacrAmerica History Trivia Night Rescheduled!

Due to a stormy weather forecast for this evening, our SHS inaugural trivia night at The Trap bar is rescheduled for mid-April. The new date will be announced sometime after April 1st.

Trivia Dinner Show Details
Date: Rescheduled for Mid-April. Date TBD
Location: The Trap Bar, 6125 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento, CA
Ticket Cost Per Person: $20 (includes a meal and a drink)

We hope that you will still join us for a night of good food and good fun! Engage in an exciting battle of wits as you showcase your knowledge of Sacramento history while immersing yourself in the historical atmosphere of The Trap. In continuous operation since at least 1897, The Trap is one of the oldest bars in Sacramento. Your entry covers one meal and one drink, so you'll get to enjoy one of the delicious dishes off The Trap menu. Tickets are still available to purchase. Follow the link below.

Please note: For those of you who have already purchased tickets, if you are unable to join us on the new date, please contact us at [email protected] for a refund.

SacrAmerica History Trivia Night | Sac Historical Soc Grab your friends, your appetite, and your love of Sacramento! The Sacramento Historical Society is hosting an exclusive and engaging dinner show at the historic Trap Bar – a local dive bar with tons of character.

Grab your friends, your appetite, and your love of Sacramento! The Sacramento Historical Society is hosting an exclusive and engaging dinner show at the historic Trap Bar – a local dive bar with tons of character.

Your entry covers one meal and drink. But you’ll find more than just refreshments here — the Sacramento stories are on the walls, and on the house! Enjoy tasty bites while you hear about the quirky, the weird, and the downright incredible parts of Sacramento’s history. Whether you're a lifelong Sacramento resident or new to town, this evening will transport you through the fascinating past of California’s state capital.

Trivia teams will consist of 4 to 6 people and engage in an exciting battle of wits, answering questions about this night's theme: John Sutter--his journey, his dream, his fort, his gold, and his trail. Teams will organize once everyone has arrived. If you come alone, we'll pair you with other people to make a team.

And if you'd like to just come and listen rather than participate in the trivia, you are welcome to do that too! Enjoy the night and mix and mingle with other like-minded Sacramento history enthusiasts.

The entry fee and all trivia-playing proceeds will go towards supporting the Sacramento Historical Society.

Date: Weds, March 19th at 6:30pm
Location: The Trap Bar, 6125 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento, CA
Ticket Cost Per Person: $20 (includes a meal and a drink)

Please note: When you purchase your tickets, you will be prompted to select your meal in advance from The Trap menu. Click below!

SacrAmerica History Trivia Night | Sac Historical Soc Grab your friends, your appetite, and your love of Sacramento! The Sacramento Historical Society is hosting an exclusive and engaging dinner show at the historic Trap Bar – a local dive bar with tons of character.

In the 2024 elections, more women than ever before were elected to the Legislature. But women's pursuit of influence in California politics and public policy has been a long and difficult journey -- marked by discrimination and entrenched stereotypes. From the Gold Rush to present day, "Paving the Way" brings to life the remarkable and inspiring stories of trailblazing women -- mostly lost to history -- who overcame tremendous obstacles to leave their mark on California history.

Join us for this special presentation as speakers Steve and Susie Swatt dive into this impactful subject! Steve is a former award-winning political reporter with 25 years experience with the San Francisco Examiner, United Press International and KCRA-TV. Susie spent nearly 40 years as a key staff member in the California Legislature. Together, Steve and Susie have coauthored three books on California political history. Register below!

Paving the Way: Women's Struggle for Political Equality in California | Sac Historical Soc In the 2024 elections, more women than ever before were elected to the Legislature. But women's pursuit of influence in California politics and public policy has been a long and difficult journey -- marked by discrimination and entrenched stereotypes. From the Gold Rush to present day, "Paving the W...

Join us for a fascinating talk on January 28th, as we welcome Alex Vassar, Communications Director for the California State Library! Since statehood, 222 people have represented all or part of Sacramento County in the state legislature. Alex will talk about the historic trends as well as some of the more unique characters that Sacramento has been represented by.

He will also introduce you to the priceless treasures of the California State Library, including more than four million books, hundreds of thousands of photographs, and first-hand sketches and manuscripts from the earliest days of California.

From miners and merchants to poets and video game creators, California’s lawmakers have been many things… but never boring!

Event Details

Date & Time: Tues, Jan 28th at 6:30pm
Location: Columbus Hall - 5961 Newman Ct, Sacramento, Ca 95819

Tickets

SHS Members - Free
Non-Members - $20

Register here:

California’s Lawmakers | Sac Historical Soc A deep dive into the inspiring personal stories of California's first-time lawmakers with Alex Vassar.

Thank you to everyone who attended the Sacramento Trivia Night at Ruhstaller! Your participation made the night a great success. And thank you to Vanessa Richardson, director of California Groundbreakers, for creating such clever and engaging trivia questions and hosting a fun-filled night. Good drinks, laughter, and great conversation marked a fantastic evening for all as we celebrated Sacramento's history! All trivia-playing proceeds, including entry fees, supported the Joan Didion Scholarship Fund for students at Sacramento City College who aspire to have a career in writing.

Sacramento Baseball and California Cavalry Connection Did you know that Sacramento's rich baseball and military histories have a connection? That connection is the historic Edmonds Field located at the corner o...

In this episode of the Sacramento Historical Society’s American Attic, we sit down with public historian and California State Railroad Museum director Ty Smith and discuss his introduction to history, cross country-walking historians, and the current priorities of the museum.

From the pacific vistas of Hearst Castle to the unasked questions facing current practitioners of history, we dive into his career promoting California’s past and the current state of public history. Tune in here: sachistoricalsociety.org/aa-podcast

Spring is here and that means more tours of the historic district of Old Sacramento!

Our Old Sacramento Underground Tours are a great way to explore the historic district and get the low down on how Sacramento raised the city in the 1860s to avoid future floods. Underground Tours are available 7 days a week.

Go to our website below to check out tour times, availability, and to book your tickets! You can also buy tickets in person at the Museum or by phone at 916-808-7059. It’s best to purchase in advance though as tours have limited space.

Tour tickets include free admission to the Sacramento History Museum!

https://shopsachistorymuseum.org/Events.aspx

Who Were Members of Sacramento's Company G,1st California Artillery Regiment This video explores some of Sacramento's most prominent citizens who served their state as a members of their local unit of the National Guard of California

If history was a song, local historians help provide the melody 🎶, and Christina Richter is certainly carrying the tune of Placer County history to all who will listen.

Join us in this episode of the American Attic as she discusses her appreciation of the past ⏳, her current book out now and more. Visit sachistoricalsociety.org/aa-podcast to enjoy the conversation.

This view of Downtown Sacramento from the Waterworks building (the location of the Sacramento History Museum today) was made around 1907. Why is it blue? It’s a type of photographic process called a cyanotype, which is similar to an architectural blueprint. Photo paper is coated with an iron-based mix of chemicals, a photographic negative is placed on top it, and then the photo paper and negative are exposed to light. The blue appears where light penetrates through the negative.

This is one of several cyanotypes of Sacramento scenes that came from an album that belonged to Emma Tubbs who lived at 2414 J Street. Her handwriting is seen on the label at the bottom of the photo. Mrs. Tubbs’ husband, Henry, once worked as a printer, and likely had the skills necessary for creating cyanotype prints.

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With a social following higher than the Smithsonian & Madrid’s Prado Museum, the folks at the Sacramento History Museum are successfully leveraging our community’s diverse stories for audiences both near and far.

In this episode of the Sacramento Historical Society’s American Attic podcast, we sit down with museum director and CEO Delta Pick Mello and discuss this success, along with her journey to promoting the past and what visitors can expect on a visit to the museum. Tune in at the link below for the full episode as we take one more trip up to the American Attic. Episodes available on Spotify & Apple.

https://www.sachistoricalsociety.org/aa-podcast

Join us for an unforgettable evening this holiday season as we celebrate author Joan Didion’s legacy in Sacramento and beyond. 🎉

Tickets 🎟 are going fast, so visit the link below to learn more and get yours today.
https://www.sachistoricalsociety.org/events-1/an-evening-of-joan-didion-celebrating-sacramento-history

Website Relaunch July 10th - August 31, 2023

Love history + podcasts?
🎧 Tune in to our American Attic podcast. sachistoricalsociety.org/aa-podcast

In our latest episode, join the Sacramento Historical Society as we uncover the social history of Sacramento with renowned historian Steve Avella. Discover how religion shapes cities, delve into Sacramento's ethnic history, and more!

Immerse yourself in the processes of a historian and the interplay between faith and community growth. Unearth the stories of diverse communities that have contributed to Sacramento's unique character, a century-spanning legacy. With Steve Avella's expertise, this episode of the American Attic offers an engaging journey through time.

Subscribe to the show for more thought-provoking stories from the past! 🎧✨

CELEBRATING AND ENLIGHTENING SACRAMENTO HISTORY The Historic California State Railroad Museum Featuring Historian & Railroad Museum Director Ty Smith, P.h.D. Sacramento's history alongside the development of steam power, Theodore Judah, the Central and Southern Pacific Railroad Yards skyrocketed America right through the gilded age, and into the world's greatest 20th century industrial superpower.