Visit The Museum at:

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

Nature's Bounty
The Resources that Built San Francisco
Opened October 29, 2000

Fresh water, redwood, abalone, and rich soil are among the many natural resources of the Peninsula. From the Ohlone to the Americans, people have used the area’s many natural resources to support their daily life. The exhibit highlights how the Peninsula’s natural resources supported the development of San Francisco, the most important city in the West in the mid-nineteenth century.

Who Used the Resources
The Ohlone: The local Native Americans were hunters and gathers.
The Spanish: Early settlers established farms to support Mission Dolores.
The Mexican: Ranch owners raised cattle for their hides and tallow.
The Americans: After the Gold Rush, Americans used local resources to develop San Francisco.

Touching History
Look for the hands-on history signs throughout the exhibit.