California State Capitol Museum

California State Capitol Museum Visit this California State Park for a tour discussing the legislative process and California history

08/14/2026

Next edition of finding photo locations past and present. Today we feature across the street from the State Capitol, State Office Building #1, now known as the State Treasurer’s Office. We match up three photo locations featuring the historic building and explore a bit deeper into Sacramento history. Photos are from the California State Library online search archive.

07/20/2026

Matching up the location view of a vintage California State Capitol postcard to present day. There are some differences in the view, although the building is in the same spot! What differences can you find? Postcards are a great way to remember a visit to the State Capitol. Postcards and other modern day souvenirs are found at the lower level gift shop. See you soon!

06/26/2026

Yesterday, the National Pony Express Association concluded their 10 day ride from St. Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California. The original Pony Express transported mail in 1860 & 1861, connecting California to the eastern U.S. and the world. A statue commemorating the historic Pony Express is located in Old Sacramento State Historic Park.

06/24/2026

Take a journey to Northern California’s AVENUE OF THE GIANTS! The Park surrounding the State Capitol has trees from all around California and the World. Let’s find one of the places in California where Coastal Redwoods found in Capitol Park grow naturally.

06/17/2026

Let’s do a past and present photo location match! In the span of nearly 100 years, what has changed and what has stayed the same? Just like I have done, you can search the California State Library online photo archive and find amazing historic photos. In the beginning I cannot add the actual song clip, so you get to experience my screeching voice instead. Sorry about that.

04/07/2026

CAPITOL PARK TOURS! Meet behind the State Capitol at the intersection of 13th & Capitol. Tours are Wednesdays & Sundays starting at 11:00 am. Bring some water, a camera and ready for some stories.

03/05/2026

Have you experienced this in person? The California State Capitol building is ready for your visit! If you are passing through town, or a local that has never gone inside the building, immerse yourself with the past, present and future of The Golden State.

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02/11/2026

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01/30/2026

Learn about the birds in your neighborhood by joining the Capitol Park Bird Talk and Walk on Feb 15 from 9am-10:30am. Meet at 13th and Capitol Avenue in the park grounds at 9:00am for a brief talk before we walk through Capitol Park searching for resident and migratory birds. This will help beginning birders participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count held every February. No bird watching experience is necessary.

Copy and paste this link to register and let us know you are coming!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/capitol-park-bird-talk-and-walk-tickets-1980338174790?aff=oddtdtcreator

01/29/2026

Afternoon vibes in Downtown Sacramento. Blue skies, flags flying, birds chirping and the dull roar of downtown.

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1315 10th Street
Sacramento, CA
95814

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+19163240333

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