{"id":41314,"date":"2015-05-11T16:08:13","date_gmt":"2015-05-11T23:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/?p=41314"},"modified":"2015-05-11T16:08:13","modified_gmt":"2015-05-11T23:08:13","slug":"get-your-sacramento-culture-fix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movoto.com\/blog\/get-your-sacramento-culture-fix\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Ways To Get Your Cultural Fix In Sacramento"},"content":{"rendered":"

1. Be Inspired To Become A Sommelier<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr User Anne Worner<\/div>\n

When people think California wine, they usually think Napa Valley. But if you\u2019re looking to try a few fancy bottles in the Sacramento area, fear not: You don\u2019t have to make that drive. The nearby counties of El Dorado and Amador are much closer with equally awesome (and less crowded) wineries to visit. Need a suggestion to start you off? Madro\u00f1a Vineyards. You\u2019ll be glad you did.<\/p>\n

2. Travel Around The World Without Ever Leaving Town<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr User dbking<\/div>\n

What better way to learn about the world around you than by immersing yourself in a completely different culture? Thanks to the diverse make-up of the local residents, there are plenty of parties celebrating different cultures, usually filled with food, dance, and music. Be sure to check out the Pacific Rim Street Fest, the Cinco de Mayo festival and the Moderno Italiano Fest.<\/p>\n

3. Just Try To Keep Your Toes From Tapping At The Jazz Jubilee<\/h2>\n

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Source: Flickr User Tom Marcello<\/div>\n

Three full days of celebration and smooth music, Sacramento\u2019s Jazz Jubilee is a great thing to check out regardless of whether or not you\u2019re actually a fan of the genre. The performers that grace the stage here are some of the best around. Come Memorial Day weekend, if you\u2019re not here, you\u2019re making a mistake.<\/p>\n

4. You Can Marvel At Some True Masterpieces<\/h2>\n

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Source: Crocker Art Museum via Facebook<\/div>\n

The Crocker Art Museum is the oldest public building of its type west of the Mississippi. What started out as a family collection has since turned into one of the coolest art galleries around with one of the largest international ceramic collections in the country. And there\u2019s even more to see at local galleries like Gallery 2110, a place known for constantly bringing new and exciting pieces to its clean cut and cozy display space.<\/p>\n

5. Discover The Drive Behind The Auto Industry<\/h2>\n

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Source: California Automobile Museum via Facebook<\/div>\n

There\u2019s no better way to learn about America\u2019s favorite vehicle than by stopping in at the California Automobile Museum. With more than 160 antique and classically cool cars on display and tons of easy-to-access information, a trip here will give you a new perspective on something you see every single day.<\/p>\n

6. The Play\u2019s The (Annual) Thing In Sactown<\/h2>\n

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Source: Sacramento Shakespeare Festival via Facebook<\/div>\n

If you\u2019re a fan of the theatre (or just a fan of a good time), you can\u2019t miss the annual Sacramento Shakespeare Festival at the outdoor William A. Carroll Amphitheatre. With tons of awesome shows like \u201cRomeo and Juliet\u201d and \u201cAs You Like It\u201d filled with some of the most talented local performers around, this is one of the best deals in town.<\/p>\n

7. You Won\u2019t Need To Go Far To Tickle Your Funny Bone<\/h2>\n

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Source: Sacramento Comedy Spot via Facebook<\/div>\n

Don\u2019t forget that comedy is a huge part of culture, too, especially in Sacramento. If you\u2019re looking for a good laugh, take a look into what\u2019s going on at the Sacramento Comedy Spot. With improv classes, sketch shows and even musicals, this place will never let you down.<\/p>\n

8. Observe Exotic Creatures From Far Away Lands<\/h2>\n

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Source: Sacramento Zoo via Facebook<\/div>\n

You might not think that a trip to the zoo could be considered a cultural experience, but the Sacramento Zoo might just prove you wrong. There\u2019s tons of cool information available about unique creatures from all around the world, like as well as information about the people that actually study them. You can explore the animal kingdom without ever leaving home.<\/p>\n

9. Learn About The People That Started It All<\/h2>\n

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Source: California State Indian Museum via Facebook<\/div>\n

Open for 75 years this year, the California State Indian Museum is always worth the visit. Featuring rooms filled with artifacts as old as 2400 years, you probably won\u2019t see older stuff anywhere else in town. Coming here is a great way to learn more about what cultures inhabited the Golden State in the past and how they still impact the area today.<\/p>\n

10. Take A Trip To Outer Space (Sort Of)<\/h2>\n

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Source: Discovery Museum Science & Space Center via Facebook (cropped)<\/div>\n

Capturing one of the most influential eras of American history, the Discovery Museum Science and Space Center is the perfect place to learn more about the world of space. Giving you an inside look at exhibits that are truly out-of-this-world, this is a perfect place to bring the kids and watch the jaws drop.
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