Discover life in the 1880s. The program starts with a slide show that introduces the redwood industry and the Woodside Store. Then, students explore an old-time country store during an object hunt. Students soon discover that many of the items on the shelves are not found in modern stores.
Students act as a storekeeper, discovering what life was like in the late 1800s.
Online registration for the 2026-2027 school year is ongoing.
Register NowPrograms are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays (and some Fridays) from 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Programs are limited to one class per program.
The cost is $168 for a San Mateo County class; $188 for other counties. If your class has more than 30 students, we require an additional $6 fee for each student over 30. Fees apply to one class per program.
Additional fee applies for Fridays (day site is only open for school programs).
You now have the option to pay for your school program online.
Pay NowFor more information, call 650.299.0104 or email us.
– Geared to third and fourth graders.
– History-Social Science Content Standards: 3.3, 3.5, 4.3, 4.4.
Size Limitations, Rain, Etc.
– To protect the historic site and for better quality of programming, school programs at the Woodside Store are limited to one class per program.
– The school program usually happen rain or shine. Some modification of activities occurs on rainy days. Please note, San Mateo County Parks sometimes close during severe weather.
The Woodside Store school program provides students with with hands-on learning experiences.
