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+

TOUR SOLD OUT

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)

Registration requested

Bask in the glow of holiday lights at Meek Mansion on this special Christmas themed tour. From parlor games to snacks and treats, learn about Christmas traditions and their origins as we take you through the fully decorated mansion. This tour includes a look at the second floor as we discuss the Meek family and what life was like living in their home in its prime. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no tickets at the door.

Recommended for ages 14+

Bask in the glow of holiday lights at Meek Mansion on this special Christmas themed tour. From parlor games to snacks and treats, learn about Christmas traditions and their origins as we take you through the fully decorated mansion. This tour includes a look at the second floor as we discuss the Meek family and what life was like living in their home in its prime. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no tickets at the door.

Recommended for ages 14+

Officially started in 1870, Lone Tree Cemetery is the final resting place for many of the Hayward Area Pioneers, including William Hayward himself.

Join us for a morning walking tour of some of Lone Tree Cemetery's most interesting graves! We will take you to the burial sites of notable Haywardians, take a look at fascinating grave markers, discuss local legends, and explore cemetery symbolism.

In partnership with Lone Tree Cemetery

Tour is sold out! Please stay tuned for a March 2024 tour date.

Explore tales and traditions, folklore and ghouls, spirits, and sightings, in a guided tour through Meek Mansion. These guided tours are a perfect treat for spooky season!

Space is limited! Tickets must be purchased in advance - no tickets will be available at the door. These tours often sell out so don’t wait!

Tours available at 6:15, 7:30, and 8:45 PM. The 6:15 “Twilight Tour” has fewer spooks and is more informative than the 7:30 and 8:45 tours for the faint of heart.

$30 General Admission, $25 HAHS Members. Ages 14+. Tickets available online or by calling (510) 581-0223.

Explore tales and traditions, folklore and ghouls, spirits, and sightings, in a guided tour through Meek Mansion. These guided tours are a perfect treat for spooky season!

Space is limited! Tickets must be purchased in advance - no tickets will be available at the door. These tours often sell out so don’t wait!

Tours available at 6:15, 7:30, and 8:45 PM. The 6:15 “Twilight Tour” has fewer spooks and is more informative than the 7:30 and 8:45 tours for the faint of heart.

$30 General Admission, $25 HAHS Members. Ages 14+. Tickets available online or by calling (510) 581-0223.