Fresno County Historical Museum Open to Public This Saturday | January 7

Looking for something cool and FREE to do this weekend? Take a trip down to the Fresno Fairgrounds to visit the award-winning Fresno County Historical Museum during their special hours on Saturday, January 7 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Learn about historic events and places, cultures and contributions and more. Admission is free; donations are welcome! Parking is free for museum visitors in the Chance Ave. parking lot.

To get a sneak peak of the museum, check out our online video tours of each of the museum exhibits here.

Jose Ramirez exhibit at the Fresno County Historical Museum
Jose Ramirez exhibit at the Fresno County Historical Museum
General Store exhibit on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
General Store exhibit on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
German-Russia exhibit in the Cultural Community Center on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
German-Russia exhibit in the Cultural Community Center on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Star of David exhibit in Cultural Community Center on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Star of David exhibit in Cultural Community Center on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Interactive Italian Exhibit in the Cultural Community Center on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Interactive Italian Exhibit in the Cultural Community Center on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Art Gallery with famous local Armenian artist, Varaz Samuelian
Art Gallery with famous local Armenian artist, Varaz Samuelian
The History of Fresno County interactive exhibit on second floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
The History of Fresno County interactive exhibit on second floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Old courtroom on second floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Indigenous artifacts on display on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Indigenous artifacts on display on first floor of Fresno County Historical Museum
Fresno County Historical Museum special hours

Fresno County Historical Museum Open to Public This Saturday | January 7

Learn more about the rich history of Fresno County by visiting the Fresno County Historical Museum during their special hours on Saturday, January 7 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Fresno Fairgrounds. This award-winning museum provides a place for visitors to learn about historic events and places, cultures and contributions and more. Admission is free; donations are welcome! Parking is free for museum visitors in the Chance Ave. parking lot.

 

To get a sneak peak of the museum, check out our online video tours of each of the museum exhibits here.

Hmong New Year Celebration Happening Now Through January 1

The Hmong Cultural New Year Celebration is happening now through Sunday, January 1 from 9 a.m. –  5 p.m. at the Fresno Fairgrounds!

Join us daily as we celebrate the tradition with live entertainment, vendors, fun competitions and so much more. General Admission is $12 then seniors 62+ and military (with ID) are $8. Plus, kids 5 and under are free! Come celebrate and learn about Hmong culture!

For more information on the event, click here!

A Message from Our BFFs: See Brett Young at Table Mountain Casino Resort | December 30

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Our BFFs at Table Mountain Casino are bringing country artist Brett Young on Friday, December 30 at 8 p.m. to the new Table Mountain Casino Resort! Must be 18+ to purchase tickets or attend the event. More details on their website here.

Table Mountain Casino Resort Brett Young - tickets on sale
Tickets are on-sale to see Brett Young on Friday, December 30 at Table Mountain Casino Resort.

Hmong New Year Celebration Kicks Off Next Thursday! | December 29 – January 1

four young Hmong women at 2021 Hmong new year celebration
Four young women celebrating 2021 Hmong New Year at the Fresno Fairgrounds

The Hmong Cultural New Year Celebration RETURNS to the Fresno Fairgrounds beginning Thursday, December 29 through Sunday, January 1 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.! Join us daily as we celebrate the tradition with live entertainment, vendors, fun competitions and so much more. General Admission is $12, seniors 62+ and military (with ID) are $8. Plus, kids 5 and under are free! Purchase tickets online only NOW – December 28 and save $2 on admission. Come celebrate and learn about Hmong culture!

For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, click here!

Check Out Fresnoland’s Article of the Vinai: Hmong Refugee Experience Exhibit at the Fresno Fairgrounds

Visit the Vinai: Hmong Refugee Experience at the Fresno Fairgrounds’ Commerce Building now until Sun, 1/1 to hear stories and learn the history of the Hmong people and their journey to the U.S. The exhibit is open daily from 10 a.m. 5 p.m. (closed 12/24 & 12/25) and is a FREE to the public. NOTE: general admission will be required during the Hmong New Year Celebration.

Check out this article from Fresnoland for a sneak peak of the exhibit and to learn more.
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‘You can’t be a complete person without your history’: Fresno exhibit details the Hmong refugee experience

What Are You Looking Forward To in 2023?

Can you believe that 2023 is just 13 days away!? Which means that the 2023 Big Fresno Fair is just 289 days away! What do you look forward to the most? Is it the action-packed excitement in live horse racing? Live performances at the Table Mountain Concert Series? Tasty Fair Food? Or maybe it’s all the free attractions and exhibits? Whatever it is, we want to know what you look forward too!

 

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for the 2023 Big Fresno Fair, October 4 – 15!

Fair Admin Office Closed for the Holidays | December 16 – January 2

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The Big Fresno Fair Administration Office will be closed for the holidays beginning Friday, December 16 and will re-open again to the public on Monday, January 2. If you need immediate assistance, please call (559) 650-FAIR, leave a message and someone will return your call as soon as possible.

 

We wish you all a wonderful holiday season and a happy (and safe) New Year!

Fresno County Historical Museum Open to the Public | December 17 and January 1

Fresno County Historical Museum Special Hours

The Fresno County Historical Museum will be open for two special days on Saturday, December 17 and Saturday, January 7 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Visit this award-winning museum and learn about Fresno County’s rich history and cultures with incredible artifacts and photos! Admission is free but donations are welcome!

 

To learn more about the Fresno County Historical Museum, click here.