Advocating For Our Hometown
Preserving the character, history, and natural environment of Folsom. From historic places to natural landscapes, thoughtful planning and community advocacy help shape the future of Folsom.
“Place is more than a spot on a map...
Place is what makes your hometown different from my hometown." *
“Ordinary Day in Folsom” (2015), Folsom, California — Marie Gonzales
Folsom is shaped by its history, natural environment, and evolving landscape. Thoughtful planning and community advocacy are essential to preserving what makes it unique.
Young Wo Memorial Site (1883–1925), honoring Folsom’s early Chinese community
Young Wo Memorial
Preserving Local Heritage
Preserving local heritage means recognizing the people, places, and stories that have shaped Folsom's history and identity.
The Young Wo Memorial is one example of how these stories can be remembered and shared with future generations.
Memorial plaque detail
Protect Natural Spaces & Wildlife
The American River corridor connects trails, habitat, and community throughout the region. Protecting these connections helps support wildlife movement and access to natural spaces. Safe wildlife crossings are one way to maintain this connectivity across the landscape.
The American River corridor connects trails, habitat, and community across the region.
Lake Natoma Park
Lake Natoma Park 20-Year Conceptual Plan
The Lake Natoma Park vision extends beyond trails, crossings, and recreation, exploring opportunities for education, landscape experiences, and community connection. One example is CalHydro, a concept that reimagines the future of the corporation yard site.
EXPLORING LAKE NATOMA'S FUTURE
Building on these ideas, the plan presents opportunities to enhance recreation, habitat connectivity, and community connection. Featured concepts include a wind-and-rain bridge across Lake Natoma and a wildlife crossing that improves habitat connectivity across Folsom Boulevard.
20-Year Conceptual Plan
CalHydro
Water Discovery Pavilion
As part of the Lake Natoma Park vision, the CalHydro Water Discovery Pavilion reimagines the City of Folsom's corporation yard site as a destination for learning, exploration, and connection to California's water and landscape. Through immersive exhibits, landscape experiences, and outdoor learning environments, the pavilion invites visitors to explore California's water story.
A DESTINATION INSPIRED BY WATER
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Friends of Folsom Preservation
Mission Statement
To advocate and lobby for the protection and preservation of quality of life, heritage and cultural resources, and the natural environment of Folsom, California;
Donations
Direct contributions to Friends of Folsom Preservation are not tax-deductible.
Tax-deductible donations may be made through our 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor. Contact us for details.