History San José
History San Jose's mission is to preserve and enrich the cultural heritage of San Jose and the Santa Clara Valley through research, collections, partnerships, educational programs and events. It is one of the largest regional history museums in Northern California.
History San Jose offers compelling experiences, exhibitions, festivals, educational programs, and academic research for audiences to discover the dynamic history of San Jose and the Santa Clara Valley. It comprises History Park, a 14-acre town-like assemblage of 30+ original and reconstructed homes, businesses, and landmarks, downtown historic sites, and a Collection Center and Archives, serving more than 12,000 students annually with theme-based school programs linked to core standards for grades K-12.
