# Event Details - **Event Name**: Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 01:30 pm - **Event Description**: Historical performance, artifact unveiling, and reception honoring two women who shaped California’s fight for freedom.About this EventJoin us at the California Museum for a special program honoring the legacies of Mary Brown and Mary Ellen Pleasant, two extraordinary women whose lives were deeply connected to the fight for freedom and equality.Guests will experience:Artifact unveiling in the California Museum’s exhibit: a silver-plated chalice presented to Mary Brown by a Victorian-era group of formerly enslaved people, honoring her efforts in the fight for freedom.Historical performance by Emmy Award–winning actor Dr. Susheel Bibbs, who brings to life the story of Mary Ellen Pleasant—abolitionist, activist, philanthropist, and the “Mother of Civil Rights in California.”Reception featuring light refreshmentsAccess to all Museum exhibitsTicketsAdmission provides access to the private event and reception, along with the Museum galleries.General Admission: $17, plus Eventbrite feesMuseum Members: $10, plus Eventbrite fees (Email membership@californiamuseum.org to get the discount code)Visitor information, including parking and public transit information, can be found here.Address: 1020 O Street, Sacramento, CA 95814About Mary Brown & Mary Ellen PleasantMary Brown, the widow of famed abolitionist John Brown, endured extraordinary hardship after his execution following the raid at Harper’s Ferry but carried her family’s commitment to freedom westward. Settling in Northern California, she continued to embody the principles of perseverance and equality that defined her life.Mary Ellen Pleasant, often called the “Mother of Civil Rights in California,” built her influence in San Francisco and Oakland and used her resources to support the Underground Railroad and the broader struggle for justice. She was a close collaborator with John and Mary Brown, financially supporting John Brown’s raid at Harper’s Ferry and working with the family to advance the cause of freedom.Together, their stories highlight California’s role in the national fight against slavery and the advancement of civil rights. Through their shared commitment to abolition and justice, their legacies continue to inspire the ongoing pursuit of equality.About the Artifact UnveilingA group of 19th century African American supporters presented a silver-plated chalice to Mary Brown in honor of her family’s sacrifices for the cause of freedom. The chalice remained in the Brown family for generations and was donated to the California Museum this year by Mary and John Brown’s descendants. It will be featured in our signature exhibit “Women Inspire,” which celebrates the groundbreaking accomplishments of California women from pre-colonization to the present.Agenda?: 12:00 PM - 12:10 PMWelcome and Opening RemarksInfo: Remarks from descendants of Mary Brown and California Museum representatives.?: 12:10 PM - 01:00 PMHistorical performance with Emmy Award Winner, Susheel BibbsInfo: Historical performance by Emmy Award winner, Dr. Susheel Bibbs on the life of Mary Ellen Pleasant and her relationship with John Brown, husband of Mary Brown. ?: 01:00 PM - 01:30 PMTicketed Guest Only Reception - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sacramento/freedom’s-allies-mary-brown-and-mary-ellen-pleasant/100001689092343669 - **Event Categories**: nonprofit, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 19.98, max: 19.98, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sacramento - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: California Museum - **lat**: 38.574214 - **long**: -121.495159 - **full address**: California Museum, 1020 O St, Sacramento, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/788301b1c879d15a66f1c94b6fed13f951742e0bd2e1300d95d4b8b463162fa5-rimg-w1200-h600-dc00403a-gmir.jpg?v=1760456296 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant being held? - **A:** Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant takes place on Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 01:30 pm at California Museum, 1020 O St, Sacramento, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant? - **A:** Tickets for Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant are priced at USD 20 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 20 + USD 3 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant? - **A:** Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant is organized by California Museum. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Freedom’s Allies: Mary Brown & Mary Ellen Pleasant is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sacramento, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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