Inside Out: Word Cloud Projection Workshop
Jan 31 | Ages 6+ 

In this free digital media workshop, participants will create a personal word cloud portrait guided by the Sierra Native Alliance youth team. Through exploring themes of self-identity and personal perception, participants will generate word clouds that reflect their own stories. These words will be digitally mapped onto the body to form unique portraits, and each participant will leave with a finished digital artwork. 

Archery for All Skill Levels

Feb 11 & Mar 11 & Apr 8 & May 13 | Ages 7-18 

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. 

Film Night at the Museum: Giants Rising

Feb 13 | Ages 12+

Join us at the museum for a special screening of Giants Rising, an award-winning documentary. Journey into the heart of America’s most iconic forests and discover the secrets, superpowers and saga of the redwoods — the tallest and some of the oldest living beings on Earth.

Learning with Ease: A Sensory-Friendly Museum Day

Mar 16 | Ages 3+

The day includes modified open play, interactive touch tables, guided trail exploration, and designated quiet spaces. With smaller crowds and a calm, supportive atmosphere, children can play, learn, and explore at their own pace.

Walking In Our Moccs
Perspectives from Indigenous Artists

 Walking In Our Moccs: Perspectives from Indigenous Artists is a community exhibition that illuminates the experience of "walking in two worlds." The exhibition was curated by Sierra Native Alliance, a non-profit dedicated to preserving Native families, cultures, and environments.
Artwork: Raymond LeBeau, Per Capita, 2025, acrylic on wood & canvas

Museum Mornings

Feb 11 & Mar 11 & Apr 8 & May 13 |Ages 0-5
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.

Comic Creation

Apr 18 | Ages 6-12

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, 2026

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.

Crafter-Day
Every second 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.

Seniors' Day Out at the Museum 

Feb 23 | 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.

Rock Art Mysteries Tour
Mar 21 | Apr 8 | May 13
 

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.

Spear Throwing
Feb 28 & Mar 28 & May 30 | Ages 10+

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!

From Earth to Art: Mineral and Plant Paint Workshop
April 11 | Ages 18+

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.