THE SIKHS of WEST SACRAMENTO

On Sunday, September 23, 2007, The Sikhs of West Sacramento exhibition reception will be held at the West Sacramento Historical Society Museum and Visitors Bureau, 324 Third Street in the Broderick district of West Sacramento. The reception will take place from noon to 5:00 p.m. with a formal program taking place at 2:00 p.m. West Sacramento City Councilman Mark Johannessen will officiate the program with both City of West Sacramento Mayor Christopher Cabaldon and Yolo County Board of Supervisor Mike McGowan, speaking before the guests.

Sikhism is a religion that originated in South Asia during the 15th Century and is distinct from both Islam and Hinduism. Sikhs have been living in the Sacramento Valley since the 19th century. This exhibit will highlight their history, religion, customs, traditional dress and musical instruments. The exhibition is made possible by the West Sacramento Sikh temple in cooperation with the West Sacramento Historical Society and will continue through March 2008. The museum is located at 324 Third Street in the Broderick district of West Sacramento. Hours for the museum are Friday, 10 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Admission is free. The refreshments will be provided by the Sikh community. For further information call Jim Brewer at 916-617-2288 or Jeri Hughes Wingfield at 916-371-7678 or 916-296-5616 or the museum at 916-372-1849.

The West Sacramento Historical Society and Museum and Visitors Center is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to preserving, protecting and promoting the history of West Sacramento and East Yolo County.