The historic Cow Palace has been a gathering and entertainment hub since 1941. Its walls are steeped in agricultural, entertainment, and political history. Join us for its 85th anniversary open...
Join San Mateo County Historical Association President Mitch Postel in an exploration of San Bruno’s historic business district. Starting at the intersection of San Mateo Avenue and El Camino, the...
There was a time when an elaborate cemetery was planned for the area that is now Colma’s Serra Center. Annie Darbee owned the property and grew violets on it. In...
Stories of a castle, a whale, a madam’s house, a speakeasy, a railroad, and more! RSVP: 650-355-1909 leave message. Limit 12 people per tour. Difficulty: Easy walk on sidewalks, wheelchair...
Many people know the history of the Civil War at a national level, but they don’t know how this event ricocheted across California, San Mateo county, and the Victorian parlors...
Join State Park Docents on a leisurely two-hour walk. Take a journey back in time along Mills Creek at Burleigh H. Murray Ranch State Park. This walk will be a...
The South San Francisco Public Library History Room will host a walk down Grand Avenue, sharing architectural details about historic buildings and stories about the people who built the city...
Starting at the Woodside Community Museum, view historic Woodside commercial district buildings including Independence Hall and the Pioneer Saloon. The tour lasts about 30 minutes. Tours will be offered from 1:00pm through...
Explore the fascinating architecture of San Mateo’s National Register Eligible Downtown Historic District on a tour led by the San Mateo Heritage Alliance. Comprising 40 individual buildings, the historic district...
Meet us at the train station (290 California Drive) at 1 pm on August 2 for a walk-through downtown Burlingame to El Camino Real. The tour will discuss how the...
Grab your top hat and sunshades as we explore Victorian Days from 10am to 2pm here at the History Museum! From 10am to 2pm enjoy family crafts including making your...
Join us for a captivating docent-led Historical Trolley Tour through our beautiful grounds. Step back in time as you learn about the pioneers laid to rest at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park....
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