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How America’s Story is Told: History Museum Reveals Curatorial Process

LOS ALTOS, CA (Sept 1, 2026) – As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, the expertise of museums, public historians, and scholars is increasingly being called into question, raising important conversations about how our nation’s history is researched, interpreted, and presented. Los Altos History Museum invites the public to go behind the scenes and learn how the Museum approaches this work—from…
September 1, 2026
Boys watch model steam engine ride the rails at Los Altos History Museum's Train Day.Press Releases

Train Day Rolls into Los Altos History Museum

LOS ALTOS, CA (Aug 12, 2026) – Los Altos History Museum will host its 15th annual Train Day on Sunday, August 30, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Train enthusiasts of all ages are invited to explore steam and electric model trains, meet local railroad hobbyists, try hands-on robotics activities, and take part in family-friendly activities throughout the day. Model…
August 12, 2026
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History Museum Explores California’s Story During the American Revolution

LOS ALTOS, CA (Aug 4, 2026) – Two pivotal stories unfolded during the American Revolution—one in Philadelphia, the other 3,000 miles away in Spanish California. Los Altos History Museum explores these parallel events and their lasting impact on Native Peoples in the program “Junipero Serra and 1776: The West and East Coasts,” on Wednesday, Aug 19, from 5:30-7 p.m. Santa…
August 4, 2026
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History Museum Welcomes Youth Representative to Board of Directors

LOS ALTOS, CA (July 28, 2026) – Los Altos History Museum continues its commitment to engaging the next generation of community leaders by welcoming Derrick Harris as its Youth Representative to the Board of Directors for the 2026-27 fiscal year. A rising senior at Pinewood School, Harris has served as a Teen Docent at the Museum since 2024, welcoming visitors…
July 28, 2026
Kids learning about robotics at the 2026 Apricot STEM Fair.In The News

Apricot STEM Fair 2026: When kids are the stars

Neerja Raman Los Altos resident/Los Altos Town Crier Supported by the Los Altos Kiwanis, powered by Explorabox, founded by longtime Los Altos resident Saroj Pathak and organized by the Los Altos History Museum, the Apricot STEM Fair 2026 drew an estimated 450 enthusiastic visitors. The fair also featured related exhibits like the living classroom, robotics, HAM radio and a book…
July 8, 2026
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How are you feeling about America’s 250th?

Clark Condé/ Los Altos Town Crier The interactive components in the new exhibit "The Spirit of '76" Reflecting on America's 250th" at the Los Altos History Museum offer the opportunity for Los Altans and visitors from around the world to reflect on how they feel about America as we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and with…
July 1, 2026
Leia Nasserian points to her entry, which received special recognition for poster design. Courtesy of Ann HepenstalIn The News

DAR and History Museum announce winners of poster contest

Ann Hepenstal, DAR/Los Altos Town Crier The Los Altos Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) presented prizes to the winners of the poster contest, “A Moment that Helped Shape America,” at Los Altos History Museum’s recent preview night for their new exhibit. DAR sponsored this contest for area schoolchildren as part of the exhibit “The Spirit of…
July 1, 2026
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Museum Program Explores Quilting as a Witness to History

LOS ALTOS, CA (June 30, 2026) – In 1974, a diverse group of women gathered over a potluck at the home of quilter and political cartoonist Genny Guracar to discuss crafting a quilt that would represent the people’s history of America. The resulting patchwork document—and its relevance today—is the focus of an upcoming program at Los Altos History Museum titled…
June 30, 2026
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Apricots the stars at the 2026 Apricot STEM Fair

Ava Acharya/Los Altos Town Crier This year’s Apricot STEM fair combines science and history by showcasing the care and upkeep behind Los Altos’ historic crop – apricots.   “Apricots have been integral to this community since before its founding,” said Anna Toledano, the museum’s executive director.  Before technology development became the dominant industry in Silicon Valley, the area was widely agricultural.…
June 24, 2026
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Free Admission to Museum’s Apricot STEM Fair

LOS ALTOS, CA (June 16, 2026) – Thanks to the generous support of the Kiwanis Club of Los Altos, admission to Los Altos History Museum's Apricot STEM Fair is now free for all attendees. Held on Sunday, June 28, from 11am to 3pm, the event combines STEM, history, and creativity for a day of hands-on learning and family fun. Designed…
June 16, 2026
Photo of young students cutting apricots into a bucketIn The News

Science Merges with Apricots at Los Altos History Museum’s Apricot Stem Fair in Los Altos

Lina Broydo/Kstati Russian American News & Views Featuring hands-on activities focused on science, technology, engineering, and math, along with robotics demonstrations, a beehive display, an orchardist booth, and a book signing and lecture by local author Robin Chapman, the event will offer something for all ages. Visitors can bring their orchard, garden, and landscaping questions to the “Meet the Orchardist…
June 15, 2026
In The News

Los Altos History Museum reflects on America’s 250th anniversary

Anne Gelhaus/The Mercury News Exhibiting indepence As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, many Americans may feel conflicted about the state of the nation. Los Altos History Museum invites visitors to reflect on the country’s past and imagine its future through a new exhibition, “The Spirit of ’76: Reflecting on America’s 250th,” on view June 18-Nov. 8. “Reflecting…
June 14, 2026

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