Learn about Nisenan Maidu culture by viewing California Indian artifacts, indigenous art galleries and exhibits. Gain insight about the Maidu relationship to the natural world while walking through the ancient site.
See petroglyphs over 5,000 years old, hundreds of bedrock mortars and many native plants and animals.
Length
Private group tours run one hour.
Target Audience
Group tours are great for family, friends, scouts, clubs, or home school groups. For younger audiences, special needs groups, or for people with physical limitations, the private group could be what you're looking for!
Tour Days and Times
Reach out the MMHSTours@roseville.ca.us to schedule your tour.
Cost
Private group tours cost $10.00 per person.
Full Day Program: Our most popular tour option. Students will have one tour (Museum or Trail) in the morning and, after a 30 minute lunch, will go on the next tour in the afternoon. (3 ½ hours)
Museum Tour (Half Day tour): Be guided through the Maidu Museum exhibits and participate in activities to learn about Nisenan Maidu society. Students will learn about past and present Nisenan peoples, hear a native story and play the traditional Stave Game and the new Trade Game. (1 ½ hours)
Trail Tour (Half Day tour): Explore our 34 acre historic site with a tour guide and learn about the how the Nisenan Maidu thrive in the area. You will see 4,000 year old petroglyphs, hundreds of grinding holes and many native plants and animals. And, the most popular part of this tour, students will be able to try ochre face painting. (1 ½ hours)
Target Audience
Group size
Each tour group can be up to 30 students. We can accommodate up to 3 tour groups per day.
Tour Days & Times
Monday-Friday, start time 10am or 12pm
Lunch 11:30-12:00
Costs
See program costs on the School Tour webpage. Each chaperone is an additional cost. Teachers and in-classroom assistant (i.e. paraeducators, case managers) are free. Payment due 60 days before first scheduled tour.
Title I schools recieve a 10% discount upon request.
Tribal 503c and non-profit organizations receive a reduced rate for all tours.
Join us on Saturday at 10am for a guided tour of the museum and historic site. Docent share about the historic and contemporary culture of Nisenan Maidu people, by highlighting the importance and uses of native flora and fauna. Perfect for visitors interested in local ecology!
Length
Saturday tours run one hour.
Target Audience
Saturday tours are ideal for all museum visitors.
Tour Days and Times
Every Saturday at 10am.
Cost
Included with admission.
Bring the museum to you! Learn about the history, culture, and traditions of the Nisenan Maidu people in the comfort of your environment. Our docents will bring in everything you need for an engaging and unforgettable experience.
Length
Base program is 1 hour per group of 30 participants.
Games add-on is 30 minutes.
Target Audience
Excellent for all ages
Tour Days and Times
Monday-Friday
In between 9:00am-2:00pm
Cost
$150 for base program
$40 for Games add-on
