News

It’s a great time to JOIN or RENEW your SPParks Membership!

Once again it’s time to support your local historical treasures. A 2025 membership in Sonoma Petaluma Parks Association enables our State Historic Parks to interpret, preserve, and protect our unique historical sites for generations to come. Read more.

Docent Organization Quarterly Meeting December 7, 2024

The Docent Organization Quarterly Meeting & Holiday Celebration will be  Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00 am
 in the Sonoma Barracks. This will be the final docent meeting of the... Read more.

Victorian Christmas Crafts Workshop Shines Again

Mother Nature held back the rain just long enough to provide a beautiful, sunny fall day for the 33rd annual Victorian Christmas Crafts Workshop on Sunday, November 10th at Lachryma Montis (the General Vallejo Home). Read more.

Petaluma Historical Library and Museum’s Special Exhibit Closing Soon

The Petaluma museum’s current exhibit is fascinating and worth a visit, according to Jazelle Lieske, SHP Senior Park Aide. But you need to hurry – it closes November 3rd. TELLING STORIES OF MEXICAN CALIFORNIA: REAL LIFE AND MYTH MAKING has some of Sonoma State Historic Park’s artifacts on display! Check it out if you can.  https://www.petalumamuseum.com/telling-stories-of-mexican-california-real-life-myth-making/ Read more.

Public Input Requested by CA State Parks

California State Parks is requesting public input on October 24, 2024 regarding a proposed concession contract at Sonoma State Historic Park.  Read more.

Movie Night at the Barracks – Star Wars under the Stars

On a hot September Friday, the inaugural Movie Night at the Barracks brought out more than a few storm troopers and imperial soldiers, along with Leia, Rey, and plenty of... Read more.

California State Parks Launches New Volunteer Opportunities Webpage

The Volunteers in Parks Program announced the launch of its new Volunteer Opportunities webpage. This page is dedicated to helping potential volunteers learn about the many opportunities available at California’s state parks, including Sonoma State Historic Park and Petaluma Adobe State Historic Park. Read more.

Nature & Community Fair Delights Visitors in Sonoma

California State Parks hosted another delightful Nature and Community Fair on Saturday, August 10th, 2024. Many local organizations offered fascinating and educational activities for children of all ages. Live visitors... Read more.

Docent Picnic August 25,2024

The Docent Organization annual potluck picnic will be Sunday, August 25, 2023, at Park Creek Village park, 4 pm – 7 pm. Contact Kit Foster to indicate whether you will... Read more.

Petaluma Kids Stomp for Adobe Bricks

This year’s State Parks Week featured a muddy lesson in the fine art of Adobe Brick making at the Petaluma Adobe State Park. Led by Carmen Vanni, Park Interpretive Specialist, Read more.