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The following Corporations and Companies are proud sponsors of the Folsom Historical Society, Folsom History Museum and Folsom Interpretive Center.

Wagon Master Sponsors
Kikkoman's
Wells Fargo
Folsom Chamber of Commerce
County of Sacramento

Silver Miner Sponsors
Target Stores

Gold Miner Sponsors
GenCorp (Aerojet)
City of Folsom

Corporate Sponsorships

Corporations also have the unique opportunity to sponsor some of the Museum's exhibits and events. Corporate Sponsorship categories

Prospector $500 Advertisement in quarterly newsletters and invitations to all exhibit openings

Wagon master $1000 All benefits of the Prospector level plus Sponsor recognition for each new exhibit

Silver Miner $1500 All benefits of the Wagon master level plus Sponsor recognition for educational programs and school tours. Also free admission for all employees on corporation day.

Gold Miner $2000 All benefits of the Silver Miner plus Museum sponsorship for all activities connected with the Folsom Historical Society

 

Levels of Membership

There are several levels of membership opportunities at the Museum for individuals, businesses, and families. Your membership entitles you to receive free admission for a year, a quarterly newsletter, current events, along with special VIP reception invitations and store discounts.

Membership Benefits

  • Free Admission to the Museum
    Quarterly newsletter — The Tailings
  • Advance invitation or discounts to special events
  • Discount in the Gift Shop (on purchases of more than $20)
  • Opportunity to vote and hold office in the organization
  • Reciprocal admission to affiliates of Time Travelers, a nation wide association of historical museums that allows free admission to our members

Membership Categories

Individual: A single member of the household under the age of 60
Senior Individual: A single member of the household over the age of 60
Family: A household of two or more including immediate family members
Senior Family: Same as family with the primary adult over 60
Business/Professional: An individual or group that operates a small business
Corporate: An individual or group that operates a large business
Non-Profit: An agency or group that has not-for-profit status
 

Become a Member or Renew your membership  Online
Individual $25 Join / Renew
Senior Individual $15 Join / Renew
Family $35 Join / Renew
Senior Family $25 Join / Renew
Non Profit $35 Join / Renew
Business $75 Join / Renew
Corporate $200 Join / Renew

Volunteer Opportunities

The heart and soul of the Museum are volunteers. There are many opportunities available to all who wish to participate in preserving Folsom's rich history. There are volunteer opportunities in the gift shop, as tour docents, volunteers to visit schools as part of the educational outreach program, reception volunteers and more.

Facility Rental

This wonderful Museum is available for rental to organizations and businesses, hosting special events and receptions. The cost to rent the Museum is just $200 that includes set-up, clean up and staff attendance during the event.

Reference Library & Archive Collection

Upstairs in the Museum is a rare collection of historic books from the Gold Rush era to present day Folsom. The archives is available to do research. An appointment is required. Enjoy authentic historic photographs, archived Folsom Telegraph newspaper editions through the mid 1980's, artifacts, research binders, and reference library.

May 29- September 6, 2010 Antique Quilt Show For the summer months of June, July and August, the Folsom History Museum will present it 30th Annual Antique Quilt & Vintage Clothing Exhibit.  The Museum’s own collections will be featured.It includes traditional quilts dating back to the Civil War era, and a modern “wonky” view of Sutter Street.  Highlights from the clothing collection are Victorian costumes, including undergarments, and High fashions from the 1950’s and 60’s.  Also on exhibit are silk ceremonial Chinese robes dating from the 19th century.

September 11, 10-2  Annual Antiques Evaluation Day at the Museum $8 per item or $35 for five items

September 19 (Doors open at 2:00pm and program concludes at 5:30pm) "Shades of Green" will be performed by StoryVoices at the Folsom Community Center. Tea and dessert will be served. Tickets will be available beginning August 1.Ticket prices $15 for seniors, $20 for adults (adults are 16+), children under 16 are not admitted.            

September 25-November 1, 2010 Robbers and Other Bad Guys

November 20, 2010-January 16, 2011 Collections and Curiosities From Christmas Collectibles to intriguing Curiosities, you will enjoy stepping through our museum to experience these delightful exhibit pieces. Family friendly and it is certain to delight your holidays.

Ongoing Docent Training We are looking for friendly, outgoing and flexible volunteers to train as educational docents. We provide the training, you provide the fun. Call Melissa Pedroza, Education Coordinator @ 916-985-2707 or email her at education@FolsomHistoryMusuem.org

October - June Museum Tours and Outreach Programs Book a tour or outreach program today. The Museum offers a wonderful educational docent led tours. Tours can include other historic sites as well as the museum. The Museum Education Outreach program comes to your school. The schedule is flexible. There is a small fee for these programs. Call the Museum to schedule today!

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Hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Days and times subject to change without notification.
Admission: $4 for adults. $2 for youth. Children under 12 are FREE.
Parking: parking available in front and across the street from the Museum
Address:  823 Sutter St., Folsom, CA, 95630-2440 Get directions from MapQuest. 916.985-2707
Easy access from Light Rail and Bike Trail

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