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Upcoming Events


Yoomén: A Celebration of Spring
April 25, 2026 | 9:00am-3:00pm | FREE

The cultural event features Native American performers and cultural demonstrators who showcase their exquisite skills working with natural materials to create baskets, jewelry, tools and more! 


Wildlife Wonders

Wildlife Wonders
 May 9, 2026 |10:00am-12:00pm |$25 per person

Meet a variety of animals up close—from fur to feathers to scales—and hear inspiring rescue stories that highlight conservation and our connection to the natural world. Bring your sense of wonder and enjoy a wild adventure!


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Upcoming Programs

 

Museum MorningsMuseum Mornings

Apr 8 & May 13 |Ages 0-5 | $10 per kid
You’re never too young to love the outdoors. Enjoy hands-on exploration of nature through stories, crafts and activities perfect for the littlest of budding botanists. Adults are free but required to stay with child at all times. 

Enjoy free admission to the Maidu Museum & Historic Site after each session.




Blond student practicing archeryArchery for All Skill Levels

Mar 21| Ages 7-17 | $45.00

Come test your archery abilities with Archery for All Skill Levels! As the name suggests, any student can participate, regardless of experience. Have the assistance of certified instructors willing to help you improve your archery abilities. 




Comic Creation: April 18, 2026 | 9:00am-12pmComic Creation

Apr 18 | Ages 6-12 | $40 per kid

Encourage your kids’ creativity with Comic Creation. Known for vibrant visuals, and dynamic stories, comics are staples in our libraries. During the workshop, they’ll learn the art of storytelling from panel layout to engaging dialogue. 




Home School Open House
May 19 | Ages 2+ | $15 per child

Calling all Home Schoolers: Learn, explore, and connect with the Indigenous history of this region at the Maidu Museum & Historic Site! Enjoy hands-on activities, take a short tour and enjoy Indigenous stories throughout the day. See the schedule of events





A tween girl and an older woman gather yellow flowers in a field.Movie at the Museum: Gather
August 29 | Ages 12+| $7 per person

Join us at the museum for a matinee movie! Gather is an intimate portrait of the growing movement amongst Native Americans to reclaim their spiritual, political and cultural identities through food sovereignty, while battling the trauma of centuries of cultural erasure. Refreshments provided. 



Senior exploring MMHS exhibitionSeniors' Day Out at the Museum 

Aug 24 | Ages 55+

Join us for a special day designed exclusively for seniors, featuring a short documentary screening, a museum tour with ample seating, and refreshments. Connect with fellow seniors and experience the museum in a meaningful and accessible way.

Petroglyph ImageCrafter-Day
Every first Saturday | All ages

Come join us for an easy family friendly craft day! You’ll walk away with a handmade bracelet that represents the Medicine Wheel, as well as knowledge of its importance to Indigenous Tribes!

Included with admission.




Campfire
 Mar 21 & Apr 18 & May 23 | $11 per person

Listen to Indigenous stories and roast marshmallows around the campfire at the outdoor amphitheater of the Maidu Museum & Historic Site. Make memories, enjoy great stories and tasty treats with the whole family. Ages 2+




Campfire ImageRock Art Mysteries Tour
Mar 21 & Apr 8 & May 13 | $11 per person
 

See the petroglyphs like you have never seen them before! Special lighting brings out carved details that are only visible during this tour.  Enjoy a walk after dark and learn the history of the unique artifacts on the Historic Site. Our tour will begin after Campfire.




Students outside, holding spearsSpear Throwing
Mar 28 & May 30 | Ages 10+ | $50 per kid

Step back in time and test your skills at spear throwing! This hands-on experience introduces you to the atlatl—a hunting tool used by Indigenous peoples around the world for centuries. With guidance from an instructor, build your own atlatl and enjoy open range time!





A hand holding a slab of sandstone with natural paintsFrom Earth to Art: Mineral and Plant Paint Workshop
April 11 | Ages 18+ | $55 per participant

Get a hands-on history lesson! Learn about the roots of Indigenous arts in this workshop on the ancient practice of creating handmade paints from minerals and plants; use them to make your own unique piece. 




Elderberry clapperstick resting on a deer antlerElderberry Clapper Stick Workshop 
May 16, 2026 | Ages 18+ | $55 per participant

Make your own elderberry clapper stick, a musical instrument used throughout history by California Indigenous peoples. Learn about its cultural significance while shaping, decorating, and assembling your instrument.