CALIFORNIA INDIAN HERITAGE CENTER FOUNDATION
SPECIAL EVENTS 2026
at the State Indian Museum
HONORED ELDERS DAY
June 6, 2026
9:00 - 4:00
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Join us as we celebrate California's Native American Elders! Luncheon served to Native Elders. Dancers, artisans, Governor's Proclamation.
Public is welcome - food available for purchase. Free event!
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Call museum for details:
916 324-0971
ACORN DAY
October 10, 2026
10:00 - 4:00
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Join Diana Almendariz, Maidu/Wintu, for traditional acorn processing.
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Call museum for details:
916 324-0971
FREE MUSEUM WEEKEND
March 7 & 8, 2026
10:00 - 5:00​
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Take advantage of this annual event by visiting the museum and many others in the area for free!
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Click here for general information.
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Call 916 324-0971 for more State India Museum information.
BASKETWEAVING DEMO
November 14, 2026
10:00 - 4:00
Join Dixie Rogers, Karuk basketweaver, as she demonstrates the fine art of California Indian basketweaving!
Call museum for details:
916 324-0971
CALIFORNIA NATIVE AMERICAN DAY at the State Capitol
September 25, 2026
10:00 - 2:00
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Enjoy a day of food, vendors, dance, and community on the west steps of California's State Capitol in Sacramento.
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The event is FREE.
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NATIVE ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET
November 29 & 30, 2026
10:00 - 4:30
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Take this opportunity to do stress-free shopping and purchase amazing and unique gifts during National Native American Heritage Month! Two days, 10:00 to 4:30.
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Artisans: call 916 324-0971 for your vendor application.