Summer Performance Series (SPS)A New Event for 2009
How often have we all heard or said, “We need something happening at the Park between the end of the school year and Gold Rush Live”? Well here is your opportunity to join the escape into the historic past through our new monthly performance series. We bring to life the colorful and diverse people who set the stage for the powerful and tumultuous history of California. Presented on the 3rd Saturday of the month beginning May 16 through August 15, each performance takes place in a different location at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park.
May 16
An evening with “The Pathfinder”, Captain John Charles Fremont at Sutter’s Mill. As portrayed by Rex Ruth, experience the passionate story of the man who organized the first California Volunteer Militia, became one of the State's first Senators, and was appointed a Major General in the Union Army during the Civil War.
June 20
The Cemetery Players bring to life the stories of those who lived, died and are buried in the cemeteries of Coloma. Taking place in historic Emmanuel Church, you will be transported from the gold rush through the 1800’s through stories of love, loss, family and adventure.
July 18
Join us in the meadow for an evening bonfire and enjoy the colorful stories and personalities of John Sutter, Sam Brannan, and James Marshall . . . .
August 15
Taking place in the area of the Grinding Stone and Bark House, will be an engaging evening of Native history and storytelling with Kimberly ShiningStar.
September 19
Canceled...Health issues have prevented this event from being planned and presented. We are sorry and hope to have it available next summer!
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Tickets: $10 – adults, $7 – children (age 12 and under)
Parking is free beginning at 7:00pm
Bring your own seating…lawn chairs, blankets, etc.
Refreshments will be available for purchase
Bring the whole family!
For docents and volunteers interested in participating in this event, please contact the office at 622-6198, or sign up using the Volunteer Sign Up Sheet in the Volunteer Hours Log book in the museum. Your help is needed and greatly appreciated . . . . Come Out and Play!!
