Museums in Sacramento

Sacramento is a culturally rich city and has a gloriousdepicting the history and science of gold. Another
past. Apart from being a hot favorite among the localmajor attraction of the museum is a hard rock
people, the city attracts the rich and famous fromsimulated mineshaft that allows visitors to discover the
neighboring countries as well. Sacramento promises itshistory, technology and other features involved in gold
affluent visitors a vacation of a lifetime, on account ofmining.
its musical heritage, exquisite events and fine diningState Indian Museum is situated in downtown
experience. However, Sacramento is better known forSacramento, on the grounds of the Sutters Fort. The
its variety of museums that appeal to the aestheticmuseum showcases some of the finest artifacts and
tastes of the wealthy visitors.exhibits, which depict the culture of the early inhabitants
The California State Railroad Museum is one of theof California. Before the arrival of the first Europeans,
most famous museums in Sacramento, well known forCalifornia was occupied by a large number of Native
its exhibits and display of restored trains and otherAmericans, divided into more than 150 tribal groups.
artifacts. They demonstrate the fascinating rail historyTypically, the museum displays artifacts that include
that captures the interest of the young and old alike.beadwork, clothes and basketry that amply highlight
Through its fun filled activities offered year round,the Native American traditions. The affluent crowds
visitors get the opportunity to explore and rediscoverare specially impressed by the display on Ishi, the last
the magic of the railway. This museum is extremelyYahi Indian who managed to conceal his identity from
popular with the younger generation, due to its thrillingthe western people. He was finally discovered in the
train rides, frequently changing exhibits and specialnorthern parts of California in the year 1911. Another
events.lure to the State Indian Museum is the series of events
The special events include seasonal events like theit hosts all year round.
Train Time for Santa held during the ThanksgivingThe Old Sacramento State Historic Park includes the
weekend and the occasional Rail Fairs. The exhibits incommercial structures that existed in the early Gold
the museum cover a broad range of topics. In spite ofRush period. Structures include the 1849 Eagle Theatre,
having been to the best places in the world, the elitethe 1855 Big Four Building and the 1853 B.F. Hastings
crowd cannot deny the distinctiveness of the trainBuilding.
rides offered at this particular museum. The train ride isOther museums that are of special interest to the
six-mile long and promises forty minutes of fun andaffluent class include Discovery Museum's Science &
excitement.Space Center, Crocker Art Museum, Governors
Discovery Museum's Gold Rush History Center takesMansion State Historic Park, Old Sacramento
its visitors back in time, to the early 1800s, to relive theSchoolhouse Museum and Towe Auto Museum. All
Gold rush era. Old exhibits illustrate the details of themuseums and historical landmarks in Sacramento are
lifestyles of the typical miners at that time. After thea manifestation of its golden history and offer an
renovation of the Gold Gallery, the museum nowinsight into its rich cultural heritage.
boasts of an extensive exhibit The Lure of Gold,