San Mateo County History Museum

A People's History of SFO: A Presentation by Dr. Eric Porter
Think you know SFO? Think again. On Saturday, April 18 at 1 p.m., the San Mateo County History Museum welcomes Dr. Eric Porter of UC Santa Cruz for a fascinating look at one of the Bay Area's most iconic — and most overlooked — landmarks.
In his book A People's History of SFO: The Making of the Bay Area and an Airport, Porter goes far beyond flight schedules and terminal renovations. He uncovers the airport as a living, breathing reflection of the region itself — its politics, its environment, and the communities who have shaped it and been shaped by it. This is the story of a place most of us pass through without a second thought, told in a way that might make you stop and look a little longer the next time you're waiting at your gate.
Join us for what promises to be a thought-provoking and genuinely surprising afternoon.
Saturday, April 18 | 1:00 p.m. San Mateo County History Museum 2200 Broadway, Redwood City
Free with museum admission. Sponsored by the Cypress Lawn Heritage Foundation. More info at <a href="https://www.historysmc.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.historysmc.org</a>

Local Event: A People's History of SFO: A Presentation by Dr. Eric Porter

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A People's History of SFO: A Presentation by...

A People's History of SFO: A Presentation by Dr. Eric Porter
Think you know SFO? Think again. On Saturday, April 18 at 1 p.m.,...

A People's History of SFO: A Presentation by Dr. Eric Porter

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month at the San Mateo County History Museum!
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and we're kicking it off in the best way possible — with hands-on fun, great stories, and free admission all day!
On Friday, May 1, stop by the San Mateo County History Museum and dive into one of the many rich cultural traditions honored during AAPI Heritage Month. Kids and families can roll up their sleeves and craft their own paper cup taiko drum — a nod to the powerful, rhythmic drumming tradition that has resonated through Japanese and Japanese American communities for generations. After you've built your drum, settle in for a reading of Ten Oni Drummers in the Land of Opportunity: The Immigration Experience in San Mateo County, a story that connects the past to right here in our own backyard.
All are welcome, though the craft activity may be tricky for little ones three and under.
And don't miss the free general tour at 2 p.m.! Led by one of our knowledgeable docents, this hour-long tour highlights the best of our current exhibits — a perfect way to round out your afternoon.
The Details:
<ul><li>📅 Friday, May 1, 2026</li><li>🕙 Free Museum Admission: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.</li><li>🥁 Playing in the Past (craft + story): 11 a.m. — Free</li><li>🏛️ General Docent-Led Tour: 2 p.m. — Free</li><li>📍 San Mateo County History Museum</li><li>💚 Free First Fridays is sponsored by Monterra Credit Union</li></ul>

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Old Woodside Store Day Sunday, May 3, 2026 | 12–4 p.m. | FREE Admission Old Woodside Store | 3300 Tripp Road (at Kings Mountain Road), Woodside, CA 94062
Ever wonder what life was like before smartphones, supermarkets, and store-bought butter? Step back in time and find out — for free!
The San Mateo County Historical Association invites you to Old Woodside Store Day, a fun-filled afternoon where history isn't just something you read about — it's something you do.
Travel back to the 1880s and get your hands dirty (literally) with activities inspired by the redwood logging era that shaped this region. Try your hand at:
🪚 Two-person sawing — teamwork makes the dream work 🪓 Splitting shingles with a mallet and froe 🧺 Washing clothes the old-fashioned way — your washing machine will never look so good 🧵 Twining rope — a skill you didn't know you needed 🧈 Churning butter — because fresh butter is always worth the effort 🪆 Making old-time dolls to take home as a keepsake
And if all that hard pioneer work works up an appetite for good music, you're in luck — live traditional Bluegrass will be setting the mood all afternoon.
The Woodside Store itself is no ordinary backdrop. This landmark has been on the National Register of Historic Places since 1985 and has been a California Historical Landmark since 1949 — so you're not just attending an event, you're stepping inside a piece of history.
It's the perfect Sunday outing for families, history buffs, and anyone who's ever been curious about life in the redwood country of old California.
FREE. Fun. Unforgettable.
Learn more at <a href="https://historysmc.org/old-woodside-store-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">historysmc.org/old-woodside-store-day/</a>

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Celebrate Moms and Migratory Birds at the San Mateo County History Museum
Two celebrations are better than one — and this May, we're honoring both the moms in your life and the incredible birds that travel thousands of miles across the sky.
On Saturday, May 9, the San Mateo County History Museum is hosting a free "Celebration of Moms and Migratory Birds" from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The timing is perfect: May 9 is World Migratory Bird Day, and Mother's Day is right around the corner on May 10.
Step outside first and enjoy Redwood City's "Almost Mother's Day Concert" happening live on the square right in front of the museum. Then let the kids get creative with bird-themed crafts they can give to their moms as a one-of-a-kind homemade gift. Feeling adventurous? Take on the "Birding in the Museum" scavenger hunt and see how many feathered friends you can spot hidden throughout our exhibits. It's a great excuse to look a little closer at everything around you.
Best of all? It's completely free and open to everyone.
The Details:
·📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026
·🕙 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
·📍 San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway, Redwood City
·🎶 "Almost Mother's Day Concert" on the square outside
·🐦 Bird-themed crafts + Birding Scavenger Hunt inside the museum
·💚 Admission: FREE
·This event is sponsored by the Cypress Lawn Heritage Foundation.

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