California of the Past
Sacramento Stories
We will help you every step of the way!
Step 1: Submit a request to record a story.
You will be contacted by a story coordinator.
Step 2: Prepare your story:
- Format Options:
- Interview Format
- Bring a person with you to act as an interviewer
- Ask a library facilitator to act as an interviewer
- Narration Format
- Story telling style
- Documentary style
- Interview Format
- Content:
- A Sacramento related story—For example, growing up in Sacramento; a place or person with special meaning to you; the story of an organization in Sacramento; the history of a particular group in Sacramento; first impressions upon moving to Sacramento; life before, during, and/or after a historical event in Sacramento. The stories are 3-5 minutes in length.
- Think about the questions you would like to ask in an interview.
- Consider the message you want to convey in your story.
- Jot down your questions or story ideas.
- Photos, music, video clips, and other documents will enhance your story.
- A coordinator can assist you with preparation of your story.
- Please Note:
- You will need to sign a release form allowing your story to be viewed from the Sacramento Public Library web site.
Step 3: Record your story:
When your story is ready, your coordinator will schedule your session.
- Location Options:
- Recording Studio, Central Library, Room 408, 828 I St., Sacramento, CA 95814
- A previously arranged location of your choice
- Duration:
- 90 minute recording session
Sample Interview Questions These ideas are provided to provoke your thoughts. Please feel free to be as creative as you like.
Sample Script and Visuals from Sacramento Has Gone to the Dogs
Complete Digital Story from Sacramento Has Gone to the Dogs