Curious 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.
Officially 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.
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.
$15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members. Recommended for ages 14+
Join 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.
$15 per person, Free for HAHS Members. Recommended for ages 14+
Officially 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.
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.
$15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members. Recommended for ages 14+
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.
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.
$15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members. Recommended for ages 14+
Ever wonder what happens with artifacts when they are not on display? Or how collections are stored and cared for? Sign up to tour the HAHS Collections with Registrar Emily Conrado and learn more about how we store and preserve artifacts for generations to come.
Update: This tour is full and cannot accommodate any walk-ups. (01/06/2026)
Experience the magic of Meek Mansion like never before this December with a Twinkle Tour! This hour-long tour will cover Christmas traditions and Meek history in a cozy setting of glittering Christmas tree lights and twinkling candles. Space is limited, so don't miss out on this unique experience. $25 General Admission, $15 for HAHS Members
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Recommended for ages 12 years+
Experience the magic of Meek Mansion like never before this December with a Twinkle Tour! This hour-long tour will cover Christmas traditions and Meek history in a cozy setting of glittering Christmas tree lights and twinkling candles. Space is limited, so don't miss out on this unique experience. $25 General Admission, $15 for HAHS Members
Tickets should be purchased in advance. Recommended for ages 12 years+
Same day tickets will be marked as “sold out” by 5:00 PM on the selected date of the tour. Limited tickets may be available at the door. Actual sold out dates and times will be listed below.
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.
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 Meek Mansion, we will explore death and mourning practices from 1860 through the turn of the century. More information and tickets available here.
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 Meek Mansion, we will explore death and mourning practices from 1860 through the turn of the century. More information and tickets available here.
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.
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 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+
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. Space is limited.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Ever wonder what happens with artifacts when they are not on display? Curious as to what happens behind the scenes at HAHS? Sign up to tour the Hayward Area Historical Society collections with Registrar Emily Conrado and learn more about how we store and preserve artifacts.
Registration Required | Free
Christmas twinkle is never brighter than in the evening, so come tour Meek when it's all aglow. This hour long tour will cover Christmas traditions and Meek Family history in a cozy glittering setting. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for HAHS Members. Ages 12+
Christmas twinkle is never brighter than in the evening, so come tour Meek when it's all aglow. This hour long tour will cover Christmas traditions and Meek Family history in a cozy glittering setting. Tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for HAHS Members. Purchase tickets below. Ages 12+
Ever wonder why there are so many urns on top of headstones? Notice all 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 walk through Lone Tree Cemetery and learn about cemetery iconography, symbolism, and the cultures that elevated them.
Registration requested. Meet at Mausoleum 2, behind the cemetery office.
Looking for something a little macabre to celebrate the spooky season? Beyond the Veil Guided Tours take guests through these historic homes while teaching them some of the more creepy traditions, beliefs, and practices of the 19th and 20th centuries. Perhaps you will experience a few frightening moments of your own when the houses are dark! Tour times are at 6:15, 7:30, and 8:45 PM.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. $30 General Admission, $25 HAHS Members. Please note that this is not a haunted house program. Ages 14+
Looking for something a little macabre to celebrate the spooky season? Beyond the Veil Guided Tours take guests through these historic homes while teaching them some of the more creepy traditions, beliefs, and practices of the 19th and 20th centuries. Perhaps you will experience a few frightening moments of your own when the houses are dark! Tour times are at 6:15, 7:30, and 8:45 PM.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. $30 General Admission, $25 HAHS Members. Please note that this is not a haunted house program. Ages 14+
Looking for something a little macabre to celebrate the spooky season? Beyond the Veil Guided Tours take guests through these historic homes while teaching them some of the more creepy traditions, beliefs, and practices of the 19th and 20th centuries. Perhaps you will experience a few frightening moments of your own when the houses are dark! Tour times are at 6:15, 7:30, and 8:45 PM.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. $30 General Admission, $25 HAHS Members. Please note that this is not a haunted house program. Ages 14+
Looking for something a little macabre to celebrate the spooky season? Beyond the Veil Guided Tours take guests through these historic homes while teaching them some of the more creepy traditions, beliefs, and practices of the 19th and 20th centuries. Perhaps you will experience a few frightening moments of your own when the houses are dark! Tour times are at 6:15, 7:30, and 8:45 PM.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. $30 General Admission, $25 HAHS Members. Please note that this is not a haunted house program. Ages 14+
Do dental moldings, coffin windows, plaster ornamentation, and copper & gold-dusted wallpaper get you excited? This August, we will explore the exterior architecture and interior design of Meek Mansion based on architectural reports conducted during early restoration efforts. Walk with us through the house to learn about the details showcasing the Meek family’s taste and status.
Tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and will take guests to the second floor. Recommended for ages 14+
Tickets must be purchased in advance. $15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members.
Officially started in 1870, Lone Tree Cemetery is the final resting place for many of the Hayward area’s early pioneers. Start your Saturday with a morning visit to the burial sites of some notable families to learn more about their contributions to the area and family histories. The Pioneer Circle Tour will begin at the amphitheater and requires walking uphill and navigating uneven paths.
Free | Registration Requested
It is always fun to imagine what it would be like to live at Meek Mansion, but have you ever wondered what it takes to run the home and work on the Meek property? June’s guided tour will explore the life of Meek servants and workers on the only tour that guides guests through the servants' quarters.
Tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and will take guests to the second floor. Recommended for ages 14+
Tickets must be purchased in advance. $15 General Admission, Free for HAHS Members
Are you interested in learning more about Meek Mansion? Guided tours cover various topics throughout the year. On this tour, learn more about the three generations of Meeks who lived in the mansion and their impact on the Hayward area.
Tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and will take guests to the second floor. Recommended for ages 14+
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Start your day with a morning walking tour of the burials sites belonging to some notable Haywardians! This 1.5 hour tour will visit the final resting places of the Rodeo King of the West, an Indy 500 winner, the town’s namesake, and many more. The tour will also examine some interesting grave markers and discuss local legends. This tour requires a slight walk uphill and will navigate some uneven paths.
Meet in front of Mausoleum 2 (located behind the cemetery office)
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