Renaissance Toledo Downtown Hotel

The Renaissance Society is a community organization in Sacramento, CA. In partnership with Sacramento State University, this organization offers participatory lifelong learning and community engagement for people of all ages and backgrounds. The society provides a welcoming environment where curious adults can learn, connect, and share knowledge and experience through various programs.

The organization focuses on three primary pillars: learning, connecting, and sharing. Members can enjoy programs covering a wide variety of subjects through several formats, including in-person on campus, off campus, and hybrid or Zoom-based sessions. The society also provides access to recordings of many programs for later viewing. Beyond educational offerings, the group fosters community through shared interests and events, while actively supporting Sacramento State through volunteer work with students, food pantry donations, and scholarships. The history of the society dates back to its first semester in the fall of 1986, following the initial proposals and development efforts of Robert Heilman and Dr. Margaret McKoane.

The Renaissance Society is recognized for having well-documented information available online, which allows prospective members to stay informed about upcoming summer programs, monthly newsletters, and the seasonal catalogs.

The Renaissance Society serves as a vital hub for lifelong learning and community engagement within the Sacramento area.