For a limited time, Sacramento museums are sharing stories and unique items on display from Jane and Leland Stanford’s opulent lives. Scroll down to learn more.
Visit all three of these remarkable items on display
Show your receipt from the California State Railroad Museum
and get 50% off at the Sacramento History Museum on the same day!
The Leland Stanford Mansion is always free.
Special Events!
Travel in Style Excursion Train
May 27 at 4pm
This special excursion train will include light appetizers, wine, and a souvenir wine glass to take home.
Train ride guests will enjoy a scenic 45-minute ride down the Sacramento River in a first-class rail car (elegant attire is encouraged). For guests ages 21 and over.
Stanford Garden Tours
May 14 & June 15 at 10am
The Leland Stanford Mansion SHP is hosting two free Garden Tours that are open to the public.
All ages are welcome and advance reservations are not required.
Sacramento History Museum
Dress worn by Jane StanfordSilk 1860s dress on loan from the Center for Sacramento History, 1981/084/003
California State Railroad Museum
Railcar used by Leland StanfordPrivate car built in 1868 on loan from the Nevada State Railroad Museum
More about the California State Railroad MuseumLeland Stanford Mansion SHP
Cookbook owned by Jane StanfordMrs. Hale’s New Cook Book published in 1857 from the LSM Collection
More about the Leland Stanford Mansion