History San Jose
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Locality: San Jose, California
Phone: +1 408-287-5499
Address: 1650 Senter Rd 95112 San Jose, CA, US
Website: www.historysanjose.org/
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To all San Joseans who celebrate #Ramadan, History San José wishes you a month filled with peace, harmony and joy.
The grilled cheese sandwich has come a long way since the 1940s when this chrome-plated sandwich press from the HSJ collection would have been used. Share your favorite variation on this classic for #GrilledCheeseSandwichDay.
Are you one of many who adopted a new pet during the past year? Do you volunteer at an animal shelter? Today's the day we show our furry (or not-so-furry) friends some extra love & care on #NationalPetDay. (Child w/dog c. 1940s, History San Jose Collection)
Did you know it's #NationalSiblingsDay today? HSJ's collection includes many images of families through the decades, including this one of the Stumble sisters seated in a basket, circa 1945.
We can explore local eateries through artifacts like this matchbook from the Koffee Kup. What was your favorite restaurant? For hints and memories, look at our other matchbooks: http://ow.ly/dJ7T50E1ytI
The Ohlone and Paipai communities have persisted in spite of five centuries of colonialism. Come listen to archaeologist Lee Panich's virtual keynote as he showcases the intelligent and culturally appropriate choices they have made to survive: http://ow.ly/xfz750CRvka
Wishing you a happy and healthy New Year!
Chef’s Market will showcase Downtown San Jose restaurants at 375 South 2nd Street Parking from December 30th through January 12th. Local restaurants will have an opportunity to continue serving meals we love with Covid-19 regulations strictly followed for everyone’s safety. The Chef’s Market experience will be available to San Jose residents for carryout only. Food orders from participating restaurants will be submitted electronically, prepared at the Chef’s Market, packaged ...and picked up by guests. Baca Systems’ partnerships with the San Jose Downtown Association, Urban Community, WestBank and San Jose Ship Kits are crucial to the Chef’s Market’s success. Urban Community and WestBank provided the perfect location for participating chefs to prepare meals in a COVID-19 consciousness environment. The San Jose Downtown Association has graciously supported Chef’s Market with their established network and connection to the community. Bay Area residents' health is everyone’s number 1 priority as we navigate through a global pandemic. This includes the livelihood of small businesses that have made San Jose feel like home. Safely and responsibly, Downtown San Jose is Open #dtsjopen Baca Systems, in partnership with the San Jose Downtown Association, Urban Community, WestBank and San Jose Ship Kits invites residents to keep San Jose open by visiting the Chef’s Market. https://chefsmarket1.square.site
Great keynote presentation.
Mine narrates the struggles of María Zacarías Bernal de Berreyesa, a Spanish matriarch of early San José. Come listen to author Jenny Clendenen recount her own path towards unearthing Zacarías' remarkable true story. Tickets: http://ow.ly/5Vrh50C0dW9
Tickets available to learn how genealogical research can turn into a treasure trove of stories. Tickets: http://ow.ly/l1vp50C0dUo http://ow.ly/6R8w50C0dUp
Tours start tomorrow, get your tickets today! https://www.historysanjose.org/wp/programs-events/
Hear the moving account of María Zacarías Bernal de Berreyesa's struggles to keep her family and ranch during the Gold Rush. http://ow.ly/oGQG50BStkD
"One of only a handful of Native American athletes, Billy Mills won a gold medal in the 10,000 meters at the 1964 Olympics." Celebrating Billy Mills on Indigenous People's Day.
Get your limited-edition CAR 124 trolley ornament for the holidays this year! https://www.historysanjose.org/wp/shop/
Learn more about our one-of-kind city. Tickets are still available: http://ow.ly/gJbA50BnBRq
Arturo Villareal will introduce you to the often overlooked life of José Manuel Gonzalez, San Jose's second mayor. Tickets still available! http://ow.ly/IqVa50BnBWI
Local writer Cassie Kifer will introduce you to the quirky stories and beautiful places that make San Jose special: http://ow.ly/Gz6K50BnBMU
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