Memorial Day- Labor Day DAILY from 11-4   Annual Antique Quilt and Vintage Clothing Exhibit   Our crowd pleasing tradition of bring you fabulous antique quilts and amazing vintage clothing will not disappoint.  Enjoy over 40 quilts and learn about the events we are having as part of this show.  The gift shop offers great unique items and win a chance at our opportunity quilt. Museum Open Daily!

June 28- July 4 FIREWORKS! Support the Folsom Historical Society’s programs and exhibits at the Museum by getting your fireworks at our booth located at the American Tire parking lot in the Broadstone complex near Home Depot. Call museum for more information.

July 2 Noon Cattle Drive Longhorns, cars, horses, and people parade down Sutter Street to kick off the annual Rodeo. The Museum will be open for free.

July 3-5 Folsom Rodeo Cattle, horses, clowns, mutton busting and all sorts of fun happen at this time honored tradition. If you are interested in volunteering, call Melissa at the Museum.

July 11 Book Signing: Bold & Beautiful, Artful Quilts made from Just One Fabric By Judi Dains Anyone can make these impressive quilts! With Judi's guidance, you'll discover the many possibilities hidden in fabrics. Browse in the color-splashed gallery, learn Judi's creative methods, and then turn batiks and hand-dyed fabrics into glorious works of art. 11am-2pm

July 18th 10am Free KIDS Activity and Event: The Mathematics of Design Both traditional and modern quilts utilize visual effects to create unique works of art. This workshop introduces the concepts of patterns, rotation, multi-dimensional effects, movement, and optical illusions. The kids will explore the use of texture and color combinations to discover the endless possibilities waiting to be uncovered.

July 25 Book Signing: Thoroughly Modern Dresden by Anelie Belden Forget everything you thought you knew about Dresden Plate quilts. The new Dresdens are colorful, clever, and fun-nothing stodgy or old-fashioned here! They're easy to make, too, with Anelie Belden's new stitch-and-flip technique. Try this fresh take on an old favorite.11 am – 2pm

August 8 10am- 2pm Quilt Workshop Francess McCleerey, an accomplished quilter and whose crazy quilts win prizes, will offer hands on instruction on how to embellish a crazy quilt. Class size is limited to ensure quality instruction. Tickets are $30 per person and include materials. Reservations must be paid in advance to guarantee a place.

August 22 10am A Conversation in the Garden Join veteran quilts Lenore Dean and Doris Bourgeois in a conversation about the history of quilts, the changes in styles, their experience as quilters and learn helpful times. Seating is limited, please call for reservation. Free with paid admission.

Ongoing Docent Training We are looking for friendly, outgoing and flexible volunteers to train as educational docents. We provide the training, you provide the fun. Call Gaynell Wald, Education Coordinator @ 916-985-2707 or email her at education@FolsomHistoryMusuem.org

October - June Museum Tours and Outreach Programs Book a tour or outreach program today. The Museum offers a wonderful educational docent led tours. Tours can include other historic sites as well as the museum. The Museum Education Outreach program comes to your school. The schedule is flexible. There is a small fee for these programs. Call the Museum to schedule today!

 

Memorial Day- Labor Day DAILY from 11-4   Annual Antique Quilt and Vintage Clothing Exhibit   Our crowd pleasing tradition of bring you fabulous antique quilts and amazing vintage clothing will not disappoint.  Enjoy over 40 quilts and learn about the events we are having as part of this show.  The gift shop offers great unique items and win a chance at our opportunity quilt. Museum Open Daily!

June 28- July 4 FIREWORKS! Support the Folsom Historical Society’s programs and exhibits at the Museum by getting your fireworks at our booth located at the American Tire parking lot in the Broadstone complex near Home Depot. Call museum for more information.

July 2 Noon Cattle Drive Longhorns, cars, horses, and people parade down Sutter Street to kick off the annual Rodeo. The Museum will be open for free.

July 3-5 Folsom Rodeo Cattle, horses, clowns, mutton busting and all sorts of fun happen at this time honored tradition. If you are interested in volunteering, call Melissa at the Museum.

July 11 Book Signing: Bold & Beautiful, Artful Quilts made from Just One Fabric By Judi Dains Anyone can make these impressive quilts! With Judi's guidance, you'll discover the many possibilities hidden in fabrics. Browse in the color-splashed gallery, learn Judi's creative methods, and then turn batiks and hand-dyed fabrics into glorious works of art. 11am-2pm

July 18th 10am Free KIDS Activity and Event: The Mathematics of Design Both traditional and modern quilts utilize visual effects to create unique works of art. This workshop introduces the concepts of patterns, rotation, multi-dimensional effects, movement, and optical illusions. The kids will explore the use of texture and color combinations to discover the endless possibilities waiting to be uncovered.

July 25 Book Signing: Thoroughly Modern Dresden by Anelie Belden Forget everything you thought you knew about Dresden Plate quilts. The new Dresdens are colorful, clever, and fun-nothing stodgy or old-fashioned here! They're easy to make, too, with Anelie Belden's new stitch-and-flip technique. Try this fresh take on an old favorite.11 am – 2pm

August 8 10am- 2pm Quilt Workshop Francess McCleerey, an accomplished quilter and whose crazy quilts win prizes, will offer hands on instruction on how to embellish a crazy quilt. Class size is limited to ensure quality instruction. Tickets are $30 per person and include materials. Reservations must be paid in advance to guarantee a place.

August 22 10am A Conversation in the Garden Join veteran quilts Lenore Dean and Doris Bourgeois in a conversation about the history of quilts, the changes in styles, their experience as quilters and learn helpful times. Seating is limited, please call for reservation. Free with paid admission.

Ongoing Docent Training We are looking for friendly, outgoing and flexible volunteers to train as educational docents. We provide the training, you provide the fun. Call Gaynell Wald, Education Coordinator @ 916-985-2707 or email her at education@FolsomHistoryMusuem.org

October - June Museum Tours and Outreach Programs Book a tour or outreach program today. The Museum offers a wonderful educational docent led tours. Tours can include other historic sites as well as the museum. The Museum Education Outreach program comes to your school. The schedule is flexible. There is a small fee for these programs. Call the Museum to schedule today!

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Hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Days and times subject to change without notification.
Admission: $4 for adults. $2 for youth. Children under 12 are FREE.
Parking: parking available in front and across the street from the Museum
Address:  823 Sutter St., Folsom, CA, 95630-2440 Get directions from MapQuest. 916.985-2707
Easy access from Light Rail and Bike Trail

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