Take a self-guided tour inside the houses, enjoy hot cocoa, and participate in fun games while waiting for the magical moment when the historic home light up for the holidays! In partnership with Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD).
Take a self-guided tour inside the houses, enjoy hot cocoa, and participate in fun games while waiting for the magical moment when the historic home light up for the holidays! In partnership with Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD).
In addition to visiting our history and art galleries, you can make festive crafts while enjoying hot cider and cookies in our little elves' workshop! A different theme each Saturday!
December 6: Stars. As our nights get longer during winter, the stars look brighter. Join us for star-themed crafts, including a simple version of a tissue paper Filipino parol.
Are you unsure if Santa knows what you want for Christmas? Be sure to stop by so you can tell him in-person and take your own photos with the jolly fellow.
Mrs. Claus has stories to tell, so join her for storytime before a visit with Santa!
Special for toddlers! Join us for a craft and story time at the HAHS Museum. Recommended for children aged 5 years and younger. December’s theme is Winter holidays.
In addition to visiting our history and art galleries, you can make festive crafts while enjoying hot cider and cookies in our little elves' workshop! A different theme each Saturday!
December 13: Candles. Candles are significant for many December holidays. We’ll be making menorahs and kinaras, as well as learning the difference between them.
Are you unsure if Santa knows what you want for Christmas? Be sure to stop by so you can tell him in-person and take your own photos with the jolly fellow.
Mrs. Claus has stories to tell, so join her for storytime before a visit with Santa!
Enjoy holiday music, and make your own Santa Searchers to help catch a glimpse of St. Nick on Christmas Eve!
In addition to visiting our history and art galleries, you can make festive crafts while enjoying hot cider and cookies in our little elves' workshop! A different theme each Saturday!
December 20: Winter Solstice. It’s almost the shortest day of the year! Make some cozy solstice and winter themed crafts with us.
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.
Special for toddlers! Join us for a craft and story time at the HAHS Museum. Recommended for children aged 5 years and younger. In November, join us as we learn about Native American Heritage Month.
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.
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 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!
Join us for a craft and storytime at the HAHS Museum! Recommended for children ages 5 years and younger.
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.
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.
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 for a craft and storytime at the HAHS Museum! Recommended for children ages 5 years and younger.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Hayward Area Historical Society by creating your own beaded shamrock or rainbow collage.
Special for toddlers! Join us for a craft and storytime at the Hayward Area Historical Society.
This month, we will read St Patrick’s Day stories, and decorate a shamrock.
For children age 5 & younger.
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