San Mateo County History Museum

4.6 (453)museum

Under a 1910 courthouse's stained-glass dome, this museum explores local history through hands-on exhibits.

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Exhibits trace the area's timeline from indigenous peoples and early Spanish explorers to the development of Silicon Valley. The galleries balance traditional historical displays with participatory media, outfitting the space with interactive kiosks, microphones, video cameras, and learning-lab gadgets that draw tech-minded generations into the regional record.


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