Hayward Area Historical Society

All good things must come to an end and our online auction benefiting both the Hayward Arts Council and HAHS closes tonight at 11:59 PM! Treat yourself to amazing artwork by local artists, an online dot mandala class with Aran's Art Studio, unique experiences like Councilmember Francisco Zermeno's famous tequila tasting or a virtual barbecue class with Councilmember Mark Salinas, framed archival exhibit prints from the HAHS collection, and so much more! All this and more are available at bit.ly/CelebrateArtsAndHistory

In celebration of upcoming Día de los Muertos, check out this vibrant Day of the Dead slideshow, with highlights from past exhibits at the museum, along with instructions on how to make your own paper flowers and sugar skulls. https://www.haywardareahistory.org/day-of-the-dead-a-celebr

Time is running out! Our online auction ends at midnight on Friday, October 30! Act now to get beautiful vintage prints from our collection, works by local artists, crafts, jewelry, experiences and other local treasures, all while supporting arts and history in Hayward. Bid now at: bit.ly/CelebrateArtsAndHistory

It's time to treat yourself while supporting HAHS and the Hayward Arts Council! Check out our online auction for awesome goodies like downtown restaurant gift cards, local art, vintage historical prints, and unique experiences with local notables. Just be sure to get your bids in before everything closes on October 30! Bid now at: bit.ly/CelebrateArtsAndHistory #supportsmallnonprofits #downtownhayward #haywardarts #localartist #localhistory #hayward #castrovalley #sanlorenzo

Russell City School, March 1950. Principal Wilda Mette, student Martha Jo Bunn, and 8th grade teacher Eva White. Martha Jo had just won a trip to New York City and Valley Forge, PA for her essay on the American Way of Life." Another student, Zenobia Kimball, would win the award again 4 years later in 1954. Find this and many other local resources on our NEW, searchable online collections page: https://www.haywardareahistory.org/search-our-collections

What tools do paranormal investigators use? They often use an EMF detector, a tool used by electricians to locate the source of excess electromagnetic radiation in a room. How is it used by paranormal investigators? Find out at the Halloween investigation of Meek Mansion, Saturday, October 31 from 10pm to midnight. NOTE: Sadly, this investigation has been CANCELLED. Like and Follow HAHS for future updates on programs and events.

Show your Hayward Pride! Check out this unique graphic print highlighting Hayward neighborhoods by local artist Jeanne Bertolina. Find this and other local treasures in our online auction, with all proceeds going to support arts and history in the Hayward area. Join the bidding now at: bit.ly/CelebrateArtsAndHistory. #hayward #haywardarts #localartist #localhistory

LiteBrite, first marketed in 1967, is a contender for this year’s induction into the National Toy Hall of Fame. This one is from our collection. Other 2020 finalists include Bingo, Jenga, and My Little Pony. Winners will be announced on Thursday, November 5 at 10:30 am. Only 3 will make the cut. Who should win?!?!? More info: https://www.toyhalloffame.org/finalists #vintagetoys #litebrite

In honor of Indigenous People's Day, join the Chabot College Indigenous People's Education Association (IPEA) and the Hayward Public Library for this discussion and event, Tuesday, October 13th at 6:30pm. Register at: http://bit.ly/ipdtalk

Plans for Halloween? Join us for a special virtual Paranormal Investigation of Meek Mansion on the spookiest night of the year: Saturday, October 31, 10pm-midnight. Participate from home as skilled investigators explore this historic landmark. $15 per screen. All tickets must be purchased online, and you must include an email to receive the Zoom invite. Tickets are non-refundable. Space is limited, so act fast! http://bit.ly/VirtualMeek2020 #meekmansion #paranormal #paranormalinvestigation #localhistory #hayward

Stunning artwork by local artist Doyle Wegner. Find this and other local art pieces in our online auction, with all proceeds going to support arts and history in the Hayward area. Join the bidding now at: bit.ly/CelebrateArtsAndHistory. #hayward #haywardarts #localartist #localhistory

These lovely butterflies are students at Markham School ca. 1925. Markham School was located at the intersection of B St. and First St., about where today's Century movie theater stands. These costumes may have been for a May Day celebration or community parade, but with Halloween around the corner, we'll take our inspiration wherever we can find it!

Need a good laugh and a night out? Did you know you can bid on two VIP tickets to see Hayward's very own Anna May at Saki's Spin A Yarn Steakhouse in Fremont for this Saturday 10/10? Don't miss this opportunity though, this lot closes on Friday evening! Check out the auction here: https://bit.ly/CelebrateArtsAndHistory

2020 has been tough on folks planning their weddings and other celebrations. Many people have had to postpone their plans for their special day. If you’re one of those unlucky ones, here is some inspiration while you wait. Pictured are Hayward residents John Galang and Maria Alvarez cutting their epic wedding cake on their big day in 1998. Now that’s what we call a cake display!