Closure
Due to San Mateo County entering the Widespread (Purple) COVID Tier, the San Mateo County History Museum and Archives, Sanchez Adobe and Woodside Store are all closed until further notice. Please enjoy our History at Home and online programs.
The history of the Peninsula from the original native people to today’s inhabitants.
Historic Site
Sanchez Adobe
Discover what life was like during California’s first three historic periods.
Photo by Joe Messina
Historic Site
Woodside Store
Discover the rich history of the San Francisco Peninsula’s original country store.
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Courthouse Docket – Judge Amarra A. Lee
Free First Friday
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