Sutter's Fort, Sacramento

Name: Sutter's Fort
Address: 2701 L St, Sacramento, 95816, United States
Telephone: (916) 445-4422

#15 among attractions in Sacramento

Museum, History museum, Regional park, Military museum

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Facts and practical information

Sutter's Fort was a 19th-century agricultural and trade colony in the Mexican Alta California province. The site of the fort was established in 1839 and originally called New Helvetia by its builder John Sutter, though construction of the fort proper would not begin until 1841. The fort was the first non-Indigenous community in the California Central Valley. The fort is famous for its association with the Donner Party, the California Gold Rush, and the formation of the city of Sacramento, surrounding the fort. It is notable for its proximity to the end of the California Trail and Siskiyou Trails, which it served as a waystation. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 38°34'20"N, 121°28'16"W

Address

2701 L StCentral Sacramento (Midtown)Sacramento 95816 United States

Contact

(916) 445-4422

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Day trips

Sutter's Fort – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: California State Capitol Museum, California State Capitol, Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Crest Theatre.

1.3 miW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
California State Capitol Museum, Sacramento
33 min walk • The California State Capitol Museum, set in the heart of Sacramento, is not only the seat of the government for the state of California but also a vibrant historical landmark. This grand edifice, nestled within a park-like setting, offers a unique blend of rich...
1.2 miW
The state's history in exhibits
California State Capitol, Sacramento
32 min walk • The California State Capitol is a beacon of political history and architectural grandeur in the heart of Sacramento. This historic edifice not only serves as the seat of the California government but also houses a museum that offers a deep dive into the state's...
1.2 miW
Ornate church with tours and a gift shop
Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Sacramento
32 min walk • Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Sacramento is a cathedral of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. As the mother church, it is the seat of Jaime Soto, the ordinary bishop of the Diocese of Sacramento.
1.3 miW
Nightlife, Cinema
Crest Theatre, Sacramento
33 min walk • The Crest Theatre is a historic theatre located in downtown Sacramento, California.
0.6 miE
Park, Playground
McKinley Park, Sacramento
15 min walk • McKinley Park is a historically significant city park located in Sacramento, California. The Sacramento Street Railway Company built the park in 1871 to attract passengers to its line and the park continues to serve as both a recreational area and a gathering spot for residents of the greater Sacramento area.
1.2 miSE
Cemetery
East Lawn Memorial Park, Sacramento
31 min walk • East Lawn Memorial Park is a cemetery in the western United States, located in East Sacramento, California. It is owned by East Lawn Memorial Parks & Mortuaries, which also owns two other Sacramento area cemeteries. Founded in 1904, it is the resting place of several former Mayors of Sacramento as well as other public figures.
1.4 miNW
City hall
Sacramento City Hall, Sacramento
35 min walk • Sacramento City Hall is a five-story, 267,000-square-foot building that combines modern and historic structures in Sacramento, California. The building can house up to 730 staff members. Prominent local architect Rudolph A. Herold designed the building in 1908. Completed in 1909, the building is located at 915 I Street.
0.7 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Thistle Dew Dessert Theatre, Sacramento
19 min walk • Thistle Dew Dessert Theatre, founded in 1996, is community theater in Sacramento, California that claims to be the only American theater serving dessert with its theatrical productions. The theatre was established by playwright Thomas Kelly.
1 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Comedy club
Sacramento Convention Center Complex, Sacramento
27 min walk • The Sacramento Convention Center Complex is a complex of entertainment venues and a convention center located in downtown Sacramento, California.
~180 ftN
Museum, History museum, Regional park
California State Indian Museum, Sacramento
1 min walk • The California State Indian Museum is a museum in the state park system of California, United States, interpreting the diverse cultures of the indigenous peoples of California. It is located in Midtown Sacramento at 2618 K Street. The museum exhibits traditional items illustrating the varying cultures of the state's first inhabitants.
1.1 miW
Church, Spanish colonial revival architecture
Westminster Presbyterian Church, Sacramento
28 min walk • The Westminster Presbyterian Church, located at 13th St. and N Street in Sacramento, California, was built in 1927. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2003. It was deemed significant for its architecture.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Sutter's Fort open?

Sutter's Fort is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Sutter's Fort?

Nearby attractions include California State Indian Museum, Sacramento (1 min walk), Old Tavern, Sacramento (4 min walk), Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Sacramento (4 min walk), Winters House, Sacramento (10 min walk).

How to get to Sutter's Fort by public transport?

The nearest stations to Sutter's Fort:

Bus

Sacramento Midtown • Lines: 2062, 2064 (5 min walk)
15th St & K St • Lines: 70, 99, Md (25 min walk)

Light rail

29th Street • Lines: Gold (14 min walk)
23rd Street • Lines: Gold (16 min walk)

Train

29th Street (14 min walk)
23rd Street (15 min walk)