Visit The Museum at:

   2200 Broadway
   Redwood City, CA 94063 
   (650) 299-0104 

Welcome

Housed in the old San Mateo County Courthouse, the History Museum is where we preserve the rich history of the county, and make it accessible to the public. We offer educational activities for school children. We host exhibits detailing the history and development of the county. We host a wide range of events concerning the history of the county – from tours of the old courthouse and other historic sites, to lectures, discussions and family programs.

"The Perfect Family Outing"
The San Mateo County History Museum was voted "The Perfect Family Outing" by San Francisco Magazine in The Best of the Bay Area: The Obsession Edition. "Finally, a history lesson the whole family will enjoy....you'll find enough interactive kiosks, video cameras, microphones, and learning-lab gadgets to keep a generation raised on video games alert and engrossed." Plan your visit now. More >

Courthouse Centennial
In 2010, the Old San Mateo County Courthouse, home of the History Museum, turns 100. Join us for our Courthouse Centennial events throughout the year. More >

Scouting
Celebrate 100 years of Boy Scouts. Visit the exhibit Gateway to Outdoor Adventure: Boy Scouting in San Mateo County 1910-1940. More >

History Makers
The historic Crocker family will be honored at the History Makers Gala on October 21, 2010 . More >

History Museum
A variety of exhibits tell the story of San Mateo County at the History Museum located inside the 1910 county courthouse. More >

Woodside Store
Goods and wares from  the 1880s are on display in this restored county store. 
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Archives
The archives library has over 30,000 photographs, prints, books, and other documents that detail the history of the county. More >

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