Redwood City
California
San Mateo County History Museum
About Us
The History Museum is an innovative regional history center. Featuring interactive experiences, the long-term exhibits are the place where you can explore the county’s rich and colorful history.
Recent News
San Mateo County History Museum Joins Forceswith L.A. County Museum, La Brea Tar Pits in Ice Age Research Collaboration
Redwood City, CA – The San Mateo County Historical Association (SMCHA) is honored to be part of a prestigious multi-institutional research effort alongside the La Brea Tar Pits and L.A. County Museum of Natural History to investigate the…
Read More »San Mateo County History Museum Continues its FREE First Fridays Program on June 6, 2025
The San Mateo County History Museum continues its “FREE First Fridays” program on June 6, 2025. Not only is admission free the entire day (10 a.m. until 4 p.m.), but two programs are planned for the public without any fees. At 11 a.m.,…
Read More »San Mateo County History Museum Continues itsFREE First Fridays Program on March 7, 2025
The San Mateo County History Museum continues its “FREE First Fridays” program on March 7, 2025. Not only is admission free the entire day (10 a.m. until 4 p.m.), but two programs are planned for the public without any fees. At 11 a.m.,…
Read More »San Mateo County History Museum Participates in Redwood City's Dia De Los Muertos
On Sunday, November 3, the San Mateo County History Museum (2200 Broadway in Redwood City) will partner with Casa Círculo Cultural and the Redwood City Parks and Art Foundation during the 13th annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the…
Read More »San Mateo County History Museum Announce the Launch of its Newest Permanent Exhibit 'Peninsula Innovators Changing the World'
Opening September 14, 2024, the San Mateo County History Museum is proud to announce the launch of its newest permanent exhibit, Peninsula Innovators Changing the World. REDWOOD CITY, CA – Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, San Mateo…
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