Welcome to History San Jose

We preserve and enrich the cultural heritage of San Jose and the Santa Clara Valley through research, collections, partnerships, educational programs, and events.

Emergency Relief Fund

If you would like to support History San Jose after the Nelson-DeLuz House fire, please consider donating to our Emergency Fund.

PLAN YOUR NEXT VISIT

HISTORY PARK

History Park offers an expansive, outdoor, gated facility with 14 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Museums and buildings regularly open on the weekends.

Daily Park Hours: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Weekend Museum Hours: 12:00noon – 4:00pm

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN

The Carmela & Thomas Fallon House and Gonzales/Peralta Adobe are located in the heart of downtown San José, alive with restaurants, bars, and unique vendors.

By appointment only.

OUR PROGRAMS
& EVENTS

Check out our programs and events to plan your next visit with us.

Red, White, and Blue Members’ Picnic

07/03/2023 | 6:30 pm

History Park | 635 Phelan Ave.


Fun with Folktales

07/15/2023 | 11:30 am

History Park | 635 Phelan Ave.


Shiny Side Up Bike Show

07/30/2023 | 10:00 am

History Park | 635 Phelan Ave.


Antique Autos in History Park

09/09/2023 | 11:00 am

History Park | 635 Phelan Ave.


SUPPORT US

Individuals and businesses support History San José’s mission by becoming members, making a gift, or becoming volunteers.