Is COVID-19 keeping you at home? We invite you to explore San Mateo County history from the comforts of home.
History at Home
COVID-19 Stories
Are you willing to record history as it happens? Please share your COVID-19 stories.
Victorian Days Walking Tours
Discover local history through the online Victorian Days Walking Tours.
Online Tour of the History Museum
The San Mateo County History Museum is located inside the Old County Courthouse in Redwood City. Discover some of the history and architecture of the building during a tour lead by Deputy Director Carmen Blair.
Online Collections Database
Discover local history through the thousands of objects available on our Online Collections Database.
Activity Books
Kids can explore what life in San Mateo County was like in the past in our Activity Books. Activities include coloring pages, dot-to-dot activities, mazes, crossword puzzles, word search puzzles and more!
