Hayward Area Historical Society

About

Museum & research library offering Hayward-related historical information, art & artifacts.

Offerings

• Monsters and MarigoldsFreeBefore the sun goes down and trick-or-treating begins, drop by the HAHS Museum for Halloween & Día de los Muertos music and art! Learn about the differences and similarities between the two celebrations while making a few themed crafts. Attendees will receive a treat to take home. Costumes are highly encouraged!
• Paranormal Investigation at Meek MansionHave you ever wondered whether or not the Meek family’s spirits still reside in the home? Or swear that you’ve seen a ghostly woman who peers down from the second floor? Seek your own experiences with a Paranormal Investigation of Meek Mansion. Experienced investigators lead attendees through the mansion with access to all non-restricted areas from 7 PM to 1 AM. Don’t have your own equipment? Don’t worry, our investigators are happy to share. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Ages 18+
• A Walk Through History: Cemetery IconographyOfficially started in 1870, Lone Tree Cemetery is the final resting place for many of the Hayward area’s early pioneers. Visit these notable families and learn more about their contributions to the area. Meet at the Amphitheater.
• Family Fun Saturday | Native American HeritageFreeNovember is Native American Heritage Month! Learn about the Ohlone’s lives in the area before the arrival of Spanish settlers. Practice weaving and create your own version of the Ohlone stave game!
• Family Fun Saturday | Día de los MuertosFreeHAHS’ annual Day of the Dead exhibit will be on display throughout October. Join us on the third Saturday for a festive Family Fun Saturday. Families can learn about the origins of the celebration through the art of local artists. Create your own art in our classroom with a few Día de los Muertos-themed crafts.
• Día de los Muertos Pop-Up Gift ShopLooking to add a little more joy to your autumn celebrations? HAHS is hosting a craft pop-up shop at the Museum, featuring a delightful array of Día de los Muertos-themed folk art and jewelry. Stop by and pick up some treasures!
• Paranormal Investigation at McConaghy HouseEver wonder if the spirits of the McConaghy Family still wander the halls of their former home? Seek your own experience with a paranormal investigation of this historic home! Experienced investigators lead attendees through the mansion with access to all non-restricted areas from 7 PM to 1 AM. Don’t have your own equipment? Don’t worry, our investigators are happy to share. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Ages 18+
• Family Fun Saturday | Pet ParadeFreeHayward hosted an annual Pet Parade for 30 years, so we are hosting a small one at the HAHS Museum! Bring your favorited STUFFED pet in for a pet-themed storytime and parade, then make some crafts inspired by your favorite animals.
• Ag Day at Meek Estate ParkFreeThe Hayward Area Recreation and Park District is hosting an Ag Day at Meek Estate Park. There will be fun activities, community booths, animals, demonstrations, and opportunities to explore the world of agriculture. HAHS will have Meek Mansion open for self-guided tours to add to the day’s festivities. stop by the free event and see us!
• Downtown Hayward Walking Tour: Murals$15 per person, Free for HAHS MembersThe City of Hayward features over 200 public art installations and murals through an award-winning mural program. Since 2009, walls, highways, and electrical boxes have become canvases adorned with public art with varying themes and messages. Join us on a walking tour where we will visit some of Downtown Hayward’s most prominent murals and learn more about the public art that surrounds us.
• McConaghy House OpenFreeVisit McConaghy House for self-guided tours of the first and second floors so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the McConaghy family , and children are welcome to play in Archie’s Playroom.
• Meek Mansion OpenFreeVisit Meek Mansion for self-guided tours of the first floor so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the Meek family .
• Brushes and Brunch: Play with Pencil DrawingA FUNdraising event to benefit both the Hayward Arts Council and the Hayward Area Historical Society. Support worthy non-profits, explore artistically, and have fun! No experience is necessary! Your tickets includes a delicious variety of bites, treats, and refreshments, as well as all materials for the class. Ticket sales and donations support both the Hayward Arts Council and HAHS.
• Paranormal Investigation at Meek MansionHave you ever wondered whether or not the Meek family’s spirits still reside in the home? Or swear that you’ve seen a ghostly woman who peers down from the second floor? Seek your own experiences with a Paranormal Investigation of Meek Mansion. Experienced investigators lead attendees through the mansion with access to all non-restricted areas from 7 PM to 1 AM. Don’t have your own equipment? Don’t worry, our investigators are happy to share. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Ages 18+
• Family Fun Saturday | Hayward Shoreline and SaltFreeThe shoreline has always played a big role in the history of the Hayward area, so this month we want to talk more about it! Storytime begins at 11:00 AM, where we will read Leo Can Swim and The Sandcastle That Lola Built by Anna McQuinn. Then learn about the importance of salt and how it shaped the area’s development. You will get to make a unique salt crystal sculpture to take with you.
• Downtown Hayward Walking Tour: Second Street and Foothill Blvd$15 per person, Free for HAHS MembersJoin us for a walk on Foothill Blvd and 2nd Street as we discuss some of its interesting landmarks, older buildings, and the changes along our most well-traveled roads. The tour will last at least an hour and a half and will include crossing Foothill Blvd.
• McConaghy House OpenFreeVisit McConaghy House for self-guided tours of the first and second floors so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the McConaghy family , and children are welcome to play in Archie’s Playroom.
• Guided Tour of Meek Mansion$15 General Admission, Free for HAHS MembersAre you interested in knowing more about Meek Mansion ? Learn about the three generations of Meeks who lived in the mansion and their impact on the Hayward area. The tour lasts about an hour and will take guests to the second floor.
• Meek Mansion OpenFreeVisit Meek Mansion for self-guided tours of the first floor so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the Meek family .
• Family Fun Saturday | Nurseries and GreenhousesFreeAs the weather changes to sunny and warm, we get to take advantage of all the beauty nature has to offer. Celebrate summer by learning about the history of flower horticulture in our area. Storytime is at 11:00 AM, and we will be reading The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle, Planting A Rainbow by Lois Ehlert, and Lola Plants A Garden by Anna McQuinn. Stay to make your very own flower suncatcher to take home.
• A Walk Through History: Pioneer CircleFreeOfficially started in 1870, Lone Tree Cemetery is the final resting place for many of the Hayward area’s early pioneers. Visit these notable families and learn more about their contributions to the area. Meet at the Amphitheater.
• McConaghy House OpenFreeVisit McConaghy House for self-guided tours of the first and second floors so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the McConaghy family , and children are welcome to play in Archie’s Playroom.
• Meek Mansion ClosedMeek Mansion will be closed on July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The Mansion will be open again in August, so be sure to stop by then!
• Brushes and Brunch: Play with WatercolorsA FUNdraising event to benefit both the Hayward Arts Council and the Hayward Area Historical Society. Support worthy non-profits, explore artistically, and have fun! No experience is necessary! Your tickets includes a delicious variety of bites, treats, and refreshments, as well as all materials for the class. Ticket sales and donations support both the Hayward Arts Council and HAHS.
• [SOLD OUT] Behind the Scenes Tour: AchivesFreeCurious as to what happens behind the scenes in the archives at HAHS? Sign up below to tour the HAHS Archives with Director and Archivist Diane Curry to learn more about what is in the archival collection, how these materials are stored, and the methods used to preserved them for future generations of researchers.
• Family Fun Saturday | PrideFreeJune is Pride Month, so come by the museum to see Positively Prideful in the HAHS Art Gallery! Join us for an 11:00 AM storytime where we will be reading And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson & Peter Parnell, Pride Colors by Robin Stevenson, and Kaitlyn Considine’s Emma and Meesha My Boy: A Two Mom Story. Stay to learn about the Pride flag's history and make rainbow friendship pins to take home.
• McConaghy House OpenFreeVisit McConaghy House for self-guided tours of the first and second floors so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the McConaghy family , and children are welcome to play in Archie’s Playroom.
• Meek Mansion OpenFreeVisit Meek Mansion for self-guided tours of the first floor so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the Meek family .
• Family Fun Saturday | Watercolors with Ruey SyropFreeFamilies can attend a special story time focusing on Asian American and Pacific Islanders. Following story time, children can participate in age-appropriate crafts and activities from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. This month, learn about Hayward artist Hisako Hibi, who was incarcerated at Tanforan and Topaz during World War II. Her art during that period focused on documenting the landscapes around her and creating art from found objects. Children will have the opportunity to create their own versions of Hibi’s art. In addition to this drop-in program, local artist Ruey Syrop will be teaching a children’s watercolor class from 12:30-2:30 pm. This program is free to attend, but registration is encouraged for this activity as space is limited.
• Brushes and Brunch: Play with Acrylics (rescheduled)A FUNdraising event to benefit both the Hayward Arts Council and the Hayward Area Historical Society. Support worthy non-profits, explore artistically, and have fun! No experience is necessary! Explore acrylic paints with guest instructor Lou Jiminez, who will help guide you through creating your very own painting to take home! All with a balance of structure and free creativity. Your tickets includes a delicious variety of bites, treats, and refreshments, as well as all materials for the class. Ticket sales and donations support both the Hayward Arts Council and HAHS.
• McConaghy House OpenFreeVisit McConaghy House for self-guided tours of the first and second floors so you can go at your own pace. Docents and staff are available to answer questions about the estate and the McConaghy family , and children are welcome to play in Archie’s Playroom.
• Guided Tour of Meek Mansion$15 General Admission, Free for HAHS MembersAre you interested in knowing more about Meek Mansion ? Learn about the three generations of Meeks who lived in the mansion and their impact on the Hayward area. The tour lasts about an hour and will take guests to the second floor.
• Points of Interest Downtown Hayward Walking Tour$15 General Admission, Free for HAHS MembersJoin us for a walk downtown to see some of its interesting features. We will stop at murals and parks, talk about architecture, discuss our famous Hayward fault, and more! The walking tour will last at least an hour and a half and will include crossing Foothill Blvd.
• Chinese Calligraphy with Ruey SyropFreeJoin us at the Museum where Ruey Syrop will lead a lesson on Chinese calligraphy and guide the group in creating Chinese characters. All materials provided. Wear dark clothing or bring an apron.
• Beyond the VeilSpooky Tours in the Dark
• Day of the Dead ProgramsOctober 1 through November 7
• My Hayward Photo ContestShow Us Your Hayward!
• Special EventTickets Available Now

Location

Hours

thursday

11:00 – 15:00

friday

11:00 – 15:00

saturday

11:00 – 15:00

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