Alex S.
6/1/2025
Stellar facilities and information! The museum is really well-maintained, informative, and interactive. Seeing the powerhouse was really something - the pipes that the water rushed through and the...
Folsom Powerhouse State Historical Park
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9980 Greenback Ln
Folsom, CA 95630
Folsom Powerhouse State Historical Park is a significant historical site that highlights the advancement of electricity in Sacramento's history. Established in 1895, the powerhouse showcases vintage generators and impressive electrical equipment, allowing visitors to explore the origins of hydroelectric power generation along the American River.
The park offers various educational programs and guided tours, emphasizing its cultural and historical importance. With its unique exhibits and picturesque location near the Historic Folsom District, Folsom Powerhouse provides a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of electricity in California.
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Reba Jane S.
5/29/2024
Great interactive displays. History of how Lafayette gave land to build Folsom Prison in exchange for prison labor to build the dam that created hydroelectric power allowing Folsom to provided...
Valerie A.
1/28/2024
We've lived in this area for a long time and have ridden our bikes by the powerhouse plenty of times. But we never stopped in until today and I don't think I had ever noticed the museum. The...
Shelley H.
11/2/2024
We had a wonderful visit thanks to Trisha. She is so fun, warm and friendly. We wish every guide was as enthusiastic as her! Stephanie was also so warm, friendly and kind. Thank you both so much...
Troy T.
12/6/2022
On October 6th, 2022, I took a trip to the Folsom Powerhouse State Historical Park. Located in the City of Folsom and bordering Lake Natoma (American River), I had the opportunity to be led on a...
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