The building itself is worth a visit - but we thoroughly enjoyed the museum galleries as well. From native peoples to Silicon Valley pioneers, sports heroes, immigrants, politicians, surfers! The history of San Mateo County is thoroughly covered, and presented in an interactive and attractive way. Highly recommend!
Plan to spend a good couple of hours on the first floor alone. A thorough and interesting look at how "The Peninsula" developed over time, with special emphasis on the evolution of transportation from the early 1800's.
This is a good place to spend an hour or so with school-aged children to get a glimpse of California history.
the visist at the museum is was ok i thought there should have been more for the kids to interact with like hands on but it was not, i liked all the sites and there was alot i did not know
We only popped in to get out of the rain (which passed very quickly) but found ourselves thoroughly enjoying our visit. Its an excellent museum which has been well thought out and has lots of interesting exhibits
Have visited this site many times as they change exhibits frequently. Staff is always helpful. The architecture of the building is always fun to review while walking through. Be sure to check out the bookstore downstairs.
OUR History Museum is one for the finest historical museums in the whole northern part of the state, can"t speak for the south,because have not been to many there, Ours is filled with accurate local history, and displayed very professionally, It is a beautiful architectural building. Well worth a visit,
This museum continues to improve, from a small-town ho-hum museum to one worth making an effort to see. Very well curated with frequent new exhibits in a lovely historic domed courthouse. You will enjoy your time and it is good for kids as well.
Really liked our visit. The museum was well planned and thought out. Every room was thoughtfully planned with a theme. I would allow one hour of time for viewing.
A very close friend has an annual scavenger hunt for her friends in order to help fun the museum. Not only is the hunt fun but very educational about San Mateo County, as well. The Museum is a great place to see the dynamic history of the county in photos, descriptions and displays throughout the old courthouse. Fun for the whole family.