There’s more to California than Hollywood and Disneyland. Visit these 5 outstanding attractions on your next trip to learn about culture, arts and history. | The Sacramento Bee

It’s California’s 175th birthday and we're throwing a block party to celebrate the historic day! Join California State Parks and the Sacramento History Museum on Tuesday, September 9th, from 6-9pm and enjoy music, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and a laser display 30 minutes after sunset as we celebrate this historic milestone.Free food truck fare, birthday cake, and California-grown treats will be available (while supplies last). Save the date and learn more: Celebrate.CA.Gov In this

Stan Lemkuil, born on October 29, 1949, in Sacramento, California, was a performer renowned for his remarkable vocal strength and versatility. Nicknamed “the loudest man,” he achieved a world record when his voice reached 117 decibels from eight feet away. With mastery of over 300 sound effects and 100 character impressions, Lemkuil became a distinctive figure in both entertainment and live performance. A devoted enthusiast of custom and classic cars—especially those built before 1975—he combine

The Sacramento History Museum is hosting with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services our Ready, Set, Go Day, an emergency preparedness event on TODAY, April 5, from 11am-3pm just out front of our Museum! Visit to ride the Earthquake Simulator to experience a 7.0 earthquake, learn how to prepare for ‘the big one’ and what Sacramento can expect if an earthquake were to happen. Gather information on what to keep in an emergency “go bag,” and what to pack in case of evacuation. Learn