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Fundraisers
Trees & Traditions
Join us for an evening filled with delicious hors d'oeuvres, festive drinks, local music, and, of course, holiday trees and traditions! A raffle, live auction, and silent auction will benefit the Sutter County Museum Association, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit that finances exhibits, education, public programs, events, and more at the Sutter County Museum.
Tickets cost $50 per person and include one drink ticket. To purchase tickets, stop by the Museum, call us at 530-822-7141.
If you cannot attend the event, please consider a donation to the Sutter County Museum Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
All proceeds from this annual fundraiser benefit the Sutter County Museum Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and help us to continue bringing innovative, educational programs to the Sutter County Museum that inspire and celebrate our community's diverse population and rich history.
Donations and sponsorships raised from Trees & Traditions can directly help us:
- Design and install an exhibit on local floods and flood history.
- Commission vibrant artworks from local artists to display in the Museum's entrance gallery.
- Directly serve Yuba-Sutter's students and teachers with free field trips, transportation to the Museum, and engaging artifact trunks to support classroom learning.
Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors
Abominable Snowman’s Mountain
Winter King's Court
Anonymous
Frosty the Snowman's March
Programs
Sutter County Museum Speaker Series: The 1955 Sutter County Flood
Thursday November 14th, 5:45pm
Doors open @ 5:30
Chuck Smith, editor of The Appeal-Democrat, created an 80-minute video documentary on the 1955 Christmas Eve flood at Yuba City. He'll share stories about what he has learned from his research into California's most consequential levee failure.
If interested, you can view the full video documentary here.
From Barbers' Row to Beale Air Force Base: Black History in Yuba-Sutter Exhibit Reception
Friday November 15th, 5-7pm
Join us for a FREE reception to celebrate the new permanent exhibit, From Barbers' Row to Beale Air Force Base: Black History in Yuba-Sutter at the Sutter County Museum.
In 1848, James Beckwourth improved a trail through the Sierra Nevada that led to Marysville, paving the way for thousands of emigrants to travel by covered wagon to California. During the Gold Rush, free Black pioneers settled in the area, enslaved people were brought to California by slaveholders, and, in the 20th century, many people arrived through Beale Air Force Base and military service. Black residents have established churches that serve the local community, built and operated successful businesses, and created celebrations for cultural and historic events. This permanent exhibit explores Black pioneers and their legacy in making a lasting impact on the local history of Yuba-Sutter.
This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit calhum.org. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this exhibit do not necessarily represent those of California Humanities or the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Children's Programs
Our children's programs are educational in nature, with a lot of fun thrown in! Many feature local presenters, instructional time, and a craft or activity related to the topic. Regular programs include family movie nights, storytimes, and outdoor art and nature activities in the Artisan Community Garden.
Kids' Movie Night
Friday November 8th, Pizza @ 5:30, Movie @ 6:00
Join us for pizza and a movie! Bring a blanket, wear your jammies, and get cozy in the Museum. We will be watching A Ballerina's Tale. The movie is recommended for ages 9 & up.
This is a special event in connection with the upcoming Black History in Yuba-Sutter exhibit. The film explores themes of challenge, perseverance, and success seen in the exhibit. This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit calhum.org.
Pre-registration is required, and children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, so register here to reserve your spot today!
Children's Winter Wonderland Party
Saturday December 14th, 12-2 pm
Join us for a fun afternoon with cookies, crafts, a visit with Santa, and more!
This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit calhum.org
Education
The Sutter County Museum provides several opportunities for free educational visits and presentations! We offer field trips tailored to your grade level(s), tours for community groups and adult organizations, and offsite presentations. All educational programs are provided free of charge and include a trained and experienced educator to lead your visit or presentation.
Please complete the Educational Program Request Form (below) to schedule your group visit. You are welcome to call the Museum at 530.822.7141 if you have questions about educational programs or need additional information before completing the Educational Program Request Form.
School Field Trips
If you are a teacher and would like to bring your class to the Museum, please contact us at least 2 weeks in advance. We may not be able to accommodate requests made on shorter notice, and space can fill up quickly!
Trained Museum educators can tailor tours to your students' grade level(s) and focus on topics that meet state educational standards. These include local history, Native Californians (Nisenan), agriculture, John Sutter, the Gold Rush, and Yuba-Sutter's multicultural communities. Please note any special requests on the Educational Program Request Form.
School tours are available Wednesdays-Fridays between 9am-1pm from March-May & September-November. A maximum of 2 classes per day is recommended for the best educational experience at the Sutter County Museum.
Group Tours (non-school groups)
Our experienced educators can provide free 30-minute to 1-hour guided tours of the Museum. Tours can be tailored to fit your group's interests. Please fill out the Educational Program Request Form and note any special requests or focus that you would like for your group tour.
Offsite Presentations
Museum staff members are available for offsite presentations. Many requestors are community groups and service clubs. Presentations can be tailored to fit your group's interests, and there is no charge for this service. Please complete the Educational Program Request Form at least one month in advance of the proposed event date.