Nice historical park to visit if in Sacramento,ca. :) they have a variety of places to grab a bite to eat near by as well.
March 2023
I like this museum. Entrance is only $5 for adults, we came when some group of kids were there,so they did butter, baked bread,very interesting. Thank you for stuff, you can really see that they are interested in their job ,they know a lot!
February 2023
I found a gorgeous crystal here for such a reasonable price too! I'm definitely planning to check out this sleep shop more often. It has great historical books and postcards and everything Sacramento.
Friends of Sutter’s Fort is a nonprofit 501 (C) (3) organization that believes in the power of experiencing history at Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park (SHP).
Every day we collaborate with California State Parks to preserve and protect historic structures and artifacts, and to engage visitors of all generations with meaningful educational experiences.
Proceeds from the Sutter's Fort Gift & Trade Store are invested back into Sutter's Fort SHP.
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Sutter's Fort State Historic Park is what remains of the first settlement in Sacramento. John Sutter was given a land grant from the Mexican government in 1839 (when California was still part of Mexico). He used this land to develop agriculture and set up the first non-Native American settlement in the Central Valley of California. Now Sutter's Fort sits right in the center of Sacramento, surrounded by Midtown apartment buildings and restaurants, but offers a place to see a bit of California history. The large white fort has been restored to look as it did in the 1840s. Original rooms include a kitchen, stables, store, carpenter's shop, mill, doctor's office, and other places that served the small local community at that time. A free audio tour is available. The grounds of the park include the California State Indian Museum and a small but nice area to walk with ponds, fountains, and heritage trees. Sutter's Fort is open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Entrance fees are $5 for adults and $3 for kids over five. Street parking is available, and free street parking can be found one to two blocks south on 27th Street.
