Wondering whats happening at the California Museum in October? Here's a glance at this month’s programming! 👇 Plan your next adventure at CaliforniaMuseum.org/Visit 🚀 📍 1020 O St. Sacramento, CA

Día de los Muertos is right around the corner—honor your loved ones this weekend with a handmade tribute at the California Museum! 💀🕯️ Use our on-site craft station to design a personalized remembrance, then add it to the Community Altar in the Museum lobby.

Teachers: ready to take your students on a journey through California’s past, present, and future—all in one day? 🚀 Our California Trilogy Field Trip visits 3 places: 🏛️ The California Museum ⚖️ The California State Capitol 🎥 The Esquire IMAX® Theatre CaliforniaMuseum.org/Trilogy

Ending "Help Wanted / Leave Now: 'Operation Wetback' & the Revolving Door of Mass Deportation," visitors reach a contemporary art space highlighting immigrants' experiences, hopes, & aspirations—offering a thoughtful perspective to close the exhibit. 📍1020 O St, Sacramento, CA

Al final de “¡Se solicita personal! / ¡Fuera!”, los visitantes llegan a un espacio de arte contemporáneo que destaca las experiencias, esperanzas y aspiraciones de los inmigrantes, ofreciendo una perspectiva de cierre que permite reflexionar sobre la exposición.

Teachers: ready to inspire students with stories of trailblazing women across California history? 💪 ✨ Our "Women Inspire" field trip introduces Grades 2–5 to barrier-breaking CA women and invites students to discover who inspires them. 📲 Learn more: CaliforniaMuseum.org/women-i…

Introducing Dalila Paola Méndez, one of the talented artists contributing to "Sendero de las Almas Luminosas (Path of the Luminous Souls)!"✨ 🕯️ Visit "Sendero de las Almas Luminosas," through Nov. 15 at the California Museum. 📍1020 O St. Sacramento, CA

Teachers: ready to inspire the next generation of changemakers? 📚✨ 🤝 Our "Activism & Democracy" field trip takes grades 6–12 on an immersive journey through California’s rich legacy of activism. 📲 Learn more: CaliforniaMuseum.org/Activis…

Mire a la icónica defensora de los derechos laborales y asesora de la exposición Dolores Huerta hablar sobre las difíciles verdades que se exploran en “¡Se solicita personal! / ¡Fuera!: 'Operación Wetback' y la puerta giratoria de deportaciones masivas”

Watch labor rights icon & exhibit advisor Dolores Huerta as she speaks on the difficult truths explored in "Help Wanted / Leave Now: 'Operation Wetback' and the Revolving Door of Mass Deportation." 🗓️ On view until Jan. 10, 2026 🔗 CaliforniaMuseum.org/HWLN

ON VIEW: Experience a journey through life, love, & death with "Sendero de las Almas Luminosas (Path of the Luminous Souls)." 🕯️ Grab a map from the Museum lobby, & collect a stamp at each altar for a Día-themed gift! On view through Nov. 15, 2026 📍 1020 O St., Sacramento CA

On Saturday, Nov. 7 from 2–4 pm, we're hosting historian and UCLA professor Kelly Lytle Hernández for a free talk centering her new book, “Racist by Design: Two Centuries of U.S. Immigration Control"—and you're invited! Learn more & RSVP: RacistByDesign.eventbrite.co…

Don’t just take our word for it: this year's Día de los Muertos Fiesta was a blast, and we have the photos to prove it! Check out our recent post on Facebook to see even more moments from this unforgettable night.💀🌼

Our Día de los Muertos Fiesta was unforgettable! Thank you for joining us year after year to honor loved ones and celebrate culture & community. 🩵💀 The Fiesta marked the grand opening of "Sendero de las Almas Luminosas," on view through Nov. 15!

On Sunday, Oct. 18, join Rob-o of 'I Love Sugar Skulls' at the California Museum for hands-on calaveras de azúcar (sugar skull) decorating! Start with a pre-made skull and make it your own by adding royal icing and colorful decorations. 💀✨ 🔗 SugarSkulls.eventbrite.com

Teachers: ready to make California’s historic missions meaningful for your students? 📚 🤝 Our "California Missions" field trip teaches students the history of the mission system and its impact on Native peoples. 📲 Learn more about our field trips via the link in our bio!

The countdown is on! 🌮🔥 Local favorite Mayahuel returns for tomorrow’s sold-out Día de los Muertos Fiesta, serving up their incredible tacos and drinks. 👀 Missed out on food or drink add-ons? You can still purchase food & drink tickets in-person at the Fiesta!

🕯️ Create your own personalized remembrance of your loved one at our on-site craft station, and place it at our Día de los Muertos Community Altar! Be among the first to visit during our sold-out Fiesta on Oct. 10, or leave your tribute from Oct. 11 – Nov. 15 during Museum hours.

Meet Erin Clancey, the California Museum's new Executive Director! Listen in as she shares what excites her most about joining the California Museum team. 🎉 Everyone please join us in welcoming Erin to the CAM Fam! 👋

Our Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Saturday is now SOLD OUT! Feel free to join the waitlist in case a ticket becomes available. 👀 Feeling the FOMO? You can still gain Fiesta access as a Museum member, with free entry to the Fiesta, access to the Member Lounge & Terrace, & more.

Please note that the California Museum will be closed this Saturday, October 10, as we prepare for our Día de los Muertos Fiesta. The Museum will reopen with regular hours on Sunday, October 11. We appreciate your understanding and hope to see you soon!