History on Stage

Meet the 19th Century Influencers

Join the Sacramento History Museum for History on Stage! , an engaging Chautauqua-style live performance that brings history to life through the voices and personalities of the people who helped shape their era.

Step back into the 19th century and meet:

Robert Ingersoll – “The Great Agnostic”,

A renowned orator, lawyer, and outspoken advocate for free thought, Ingersoll challenged conventional beliefs and became one of the most celebrated speakers of his time.

Theodore Roosevelt – New York City Police Commissioner,

Long before becoming president, Roosevelt made his mark as a reformer and forceful leader during his tenure as New York City’s Police Commissioner.

Margaret Crocker – Sacramento’s “Lady Bountiful”,

A prominent Sacramento philanthropist, Crocker was known for her generosity and lasting influence on the cultural and civic life of the community.

Leland Stanford – Railroad Magnate,

One of California’s most powerful businessmen, Stanford helped shape the development of the state through his railroad, political, and philanthropic endeavors.

And more characters from Sacramento’s Victorian era!

Come hear their stories, discover their personalities, and see how their ideas, ambitions, and actions helped shape California and the nation.