Take a self-guided tour of the first floor of this beautiful Cherryland gem! More information about visiting Meek Mansion can be found here.
Join us for a craft and storytime at the HAHS Museum! Recommended for children ages 5 years and younger.
Visit this 1888 Victorian era farmhouse, with self-guided tours of the first and second floors. More information about visiting McConaghy House can be found here.
Join us on select Saturdays for guided crafts for kids of all ages. Stay and play in our toy and book nook, and explore the Free Play Art Table.
Local Artist Ruey Syrop will give a lesson about Chinese calligraphy and lead the group in creating Chinese characters. All materials are provided. Wear dark clothing that is suitable for handling inks or bring an apron. No registration required, but please arrive early as space is limited.
Ever wonder if the spirits of the McConaghy Family still wander the halls of their house? Paranormal investigations allow guests to visit our historic homes for ghostly experiences. Our experienced paranormal docents guide guests through the proper investigation process while sharing some of their past findings and offering the opportunity to have your own experience. Purchase tickets in advance - not available at the door.
Take a self-guided tour of the first floor of this beautiful Cherryland gem! More information about visiting Meek Mansion can be found here.
Join us on select Saturdays for guided crafts for kids of all ages. Stay and play in our toy and book nook, and explore the Free Play Art Table.
Join us for a craft and storytime at the HAHS Museum! Recommended for children ages 5 years and younger.
Visit this 1888 Victorian era farmhouse, with self-guided tours of the first and second floors. More information about visiting McConaghy House can be found here.
Looking to add a little more joy to your October celebrations? The Hayward Area Historical Society will host a craft pop-up shop offering Día de Los Muertos-themed folk art and jewelry. Stop by and pick up something to brighten your day!
Looking for something a little macabre to celebrate the spooky season? Beyond the Veil Tours take guests through McConaghy House or Meek Mansion while teaching them some of the creepier traditions, beliefs, and practices of the 19th and 20th centuries. Perhaps you will even experience a few frightening moments of your own when the house is so dark! Tickets available online.
At McConaghy House, we will explore various types of ghosts, ghost stories, ghostly experiences, and the art of communicating with spirits.
Join us on select Saturdays for guided crafts for kids of all ages. Stay and play in our toy and book nook, and explore the Free Play Art Table.
Looking for something a little macabre to celebrate the spooky season? Beyond the Veil Tours take guests through McConaghy House or Meek Mansion while teaching them some of the creepier traditions, beliefs, and practices of the 19th and 20th centuries. Perhaps you will even experience a few frightening moments of your own when the house is so dark! Tickets available online.
At McConaghy House, we will explore various types of ghosts, ghost stories, ghostly experiences, and the art of communicating with spirits.
Join us on select Saturdays for guided crafts for kids of all ages. Stay and play in our toy and book nook, and explore the Free Play Art Table.
Join us on select Saturdays for guided crafts for kids of all ages. Stay and play in our toy and book nook, and explore the Free Play Art Table.
Have you heard rumors about a ghostly woman who peers down to park visitors from Meek Mansion’s second floor? Have you ever wondered whether or not the Meek family’s spirits still reside in the home? Paranormal investigations allow guests to visit our historic homes for ghostly experiences. Our experienced paranormal docents guide guests through the proper investigation process while sharing some of their past findings and offering the opportunity to have your own experience. Purchase tickets in advance - not available at the door.
Have you heard rumors about a ghostly woman who peers down to park visitors from Meek Mansion’s second floor? Have you ever wondered whether or not the Meek family’s spirits still reside in the home? Paranormal investigations allow guests to visit our historic homes for ghostly experiences. Our experienced paranormal docents guide guests through the proper investigation process while sharing some of their past findings and offering the opportunity to have your own experience. Purchase tickets in advance - not available at the door.
Join us on select Saturdays for guided crafts for kids of all ages. Stay and play in our toy and book nook, and explore the Free Play Art Table.
Ever wonder why there are so many Urns on top of headstones? Notice all of those pointy obelisks and floral motifs that adorn burial markers? Have you ever seen a headstone resembling a tree trunk or a log? Each communicates a different sentiment, idea, and identity. Start your morning with a guided walk through Lone Tree Cemetery to learn more about cemetery iconography, symbolism, and the cultures that have shaped them.
Meet in front of Mausoleum 2, located behind the cemetery office. Recommended for ages 14+. More information about the 2025 tour schedule is available here.
Join us as we take a walk to see some of the more interesting features of Downtown Hayward. We will stop at murals and parks, talk about architecture, discuss our famous Hayward fault, and more!
Tour requires crossing Foothill Boulevard with the group. Tickets must be purchased in advance below. Space is limited.
$15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members. Recommended for ages 14+
As summer comes to an end, we'd like to focus on our community. In August we are offering a community-themed craft. Create a neighborhood collage and enjoy a map activity. Drop-in during any time during museum open hours, no reservations required.
Visit this 1888 Victorian era farmhouse, with self-guided tours of the first and second floors. More information about visiting McConaghy House can be found here.
Special for toddlers! September is the perfect time for a summertime teddy bear picnic! Bring your favorite plush friend and join us for stories and a teddy bear themed craft.
Are 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.
Tickets: $15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members. Space is limited.
Take a self-guided tour of the first floor of this beautiful Cherryland gem! More information about visiting Meek Mansion can be found here.
Contribute to local history! Do you have family photos that capture Hayward area memories? Bring your photos to the HAHS Museum and we will scan them to create a digital copy to add to our collection. You keep the original! Please limit to 12 photos per person.
Start your Saturday with a morning visit to the burial sites of the Hayward Area’s notable families to learn more about their contributions to the area and family histories. The tour will require walking uphill and navigating uneven paths. Meet us at the Amphitheater!
July is the perfect time to explore Summer at the Beach! Stop by to make a paper plate jellyfish and paper roll fireworks. Drop-in during any time during museum open hours, no reservations required.
Visit this 1888 Victorian era farmhouse, with self-guided tours of the first and second floors. More information about visiting McConaghy House can be found here.
Special for toddlers! Dive into the world of swimming with a few fun stories. Then decorate a paper swimsuit.
Try your hand at the art of paper folding with three different designs! Join us for an origami workshop led by volunteers of the Eden Township Japanese American Citizens League and the Eden Japanese Community Center. All materials provided. Suitable for ages 12+
Space is limited. Registration is required.
We will be featuring an LGBTQ+ craft in observance of Pride. In addition, if you are looking for a Father’s Day gift, stay long enough to make a popsicle stick picture frame to give to your favorite father figure! Drop-in during any time during museum open hours, no reservations required.
Visit this 1888 Victorian era farmhouse, with self-guided tours of the first and second floors. More information about visiting McConaghy House can be found here.
Special for toddlers! Join us for a craft and storytime at the Hayward Area Historical Society in honor of African American Music Appreciation Month. Listen to music by Black musicians and experiment with making musical instruments.
Have you heard rumors about a ghostly woman who peers down to park visitors from Meek Mansion’s second floor? Have you ever wondered whether or not the Meek family’s spirits still reside in the home? Paranormal investigations allow guests to visit our historic homes for ghostly experiences. Our experienced paranormal docents guide guests through the proper investigation process while sharing some of their past findings and offering the opportunity to have your own experience. Purchase tickets in advance - not available at the door.
Take a self-guided tour of the first floor of this beautiful Cherryland gem! More information about visiting Meek Mansion can be found here.
Local Artist Ruey Syrop will give a lesson about Chinese calligraphy and lead the group in creating Chinese characters. All materials are provided, but be sure to dress in dark clothing that is suitable for handling paints and inks or bring an apron.
Registration is full. To be notified of future Chinese Calligraphy workshops, please click below and send us your name, email address, and best phone number to reach you, or send an email with that information to education@haywardareahistory.org.
Bring the family to the museum and get crafty in honor of Mother’s Day and AAPI Heritage Month. Drop in for themed activities appropriate for all ages in our cozy classroom space! No reservations required | FREE
Visit this 1888 Victorian era farmhouse, with self-guided tours of the first and second floors. More information about visiting McConaghy House can be found here.
Are 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.
Tickets: $15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members. Space is limited.
Take a self-guided tour of the first floor of this beautiful Cherryland gem! More information about visiting Meek Mansion can be found here.
Special for toddlers! Join us for a craft and storytime at the Hayward Area Historical Society in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Contribute to local history! Do you have family photos that capture Hayward area memories? Bring your photos to the HAHS Museum and we will scan them to create a digital copy to add to our collection. You keep the original! Please limit to 12 photos per person.
Celebrate Earth Day and create your own contact paper earth ornament and binoculars to spy birds and bugs. Drop in for themed activities appropriate for all ages in our cozy classroom space! No reservations required | FREE
Special for toddlers! Join us for a craft and storytime at the Hayward Area Historical Society.
In honor of Earth Day, join us for a storytime and craft celebrating bugs and nature.
Ever wonder if the spirits of the McConaghy Family still wander the halls of their house? Paranormal investigations allow guests to visit our historic homes for ghostly experiences. Our experienced paranormal docents guide guests through the proper investigation process while sharing some of their past findings and offering the opportunity to have your own experience. Purchase tickets in advance - not available at the door.
For the month of April, Meek Mansion will be open on the Second Saturday to coincide with Cherryland Community Association’s Eggstravaganza. Participate in egg hunts in the park and visit Meek Mansion while you’re there!
*Meek Mansion is usually open the first Saturday of the month and will resume normal schedule in May.
For the month of April, McConaghy House is open on the First Saturday. Visit this beautiful farmhouse and take a step into history.
*McConaghy House is normally open the second Saturday of the month and will resume normal schedule in May.
Start your day with a morning walking tour at Lone Tree Cemetery! Visit the final resting places of the Rodeo King of the West, an Indy 500 winner, the town’s namesake, and many more! This tour will also examine some interesting grave markers and discuss local legends. Meet in front of Mausoleum 2, located behind the cemetery office. Recommended for ages 14+. More information about the 2025 tour schedule is available here.
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