Maidu Museum

Activity Overview

Go on a historical journey that will offer the entire family information about how the Nisenan Maidu Indian used to live with a visit to the Maidu Museum and Historic Site. The museum is located on the Sacramento foothill, a place that was once home to the Nisenan Maidu Indians. Explore the loop trail that will take you past dozens of petroglyphs and hundreds of bedrock mortars.

The Maidu Museum is home to a fine selection of exhibits showcasing the culture and way of life of the Maidu people. The building of the museum has a circular shape, in honor of the roundhouses used by the Maidu for their religious ceremonies. The Maidu peoples lived on this historic site for thousands of years.

Things to Do

• Several classes and events are available for the entire family. Children can take part in hands-on events that will teach them more about the tools and way of life of the Maidu people.
• Do not miss the special multi-media presentations that change on a regular basis.
• Book a guided tour of the Maidu Museum and Historic Site, which will help you understand more about the way of life of the Maidu.
• Some of the family activities available at the Maidu Museum include marshmallow roasts and campfires, which you can enjoy in the middle of nature.

Maidu Museum and Historic Site Insider Tips

• The site is home to a large number of unique native plants and grasses.
• The museum is located in Roseville, just 20 minutes away from Downtown Sacramento.
• School programs and group guided tours are available by reservation.