FREE First Friday

Celebrate the Season at FREE First Fridays!

Make a little history and a little holiday magic this December at the San Mateo County History Museum.

Join us on Friday, December 4, 2026, for FREE First Fridays, featuring free Museum admission all day from 10 am to 4 pm and two special programs for visitors of all ages.

At 11 am preschoolers are invited to discover how one family celebrates Christmas in the Land of Opportunity: The Immigrant Experience Gallery. Museum staff will share the delightful children’s story N is for Navidad, followed by a festive craft activity where little ones can make their own cuetlaxochitl, or poinsettia.

At 2 pm, adults can join Museum docents for a guided tour and discover the fascinating stories, people and innovations that have shaped the Peninsula.

There’s even more to explore!The Museum’s new expansion is now open to the public, featuring the Taube Family Carriage House and Automobile Gallery, the Lora Mundi House, and the H.E.R.O. Natural History Gallery. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover these exciting new spaces while enjoying a day of history and holiday fun.

Located inside Redwood City’s historic 116-year-old Old Courthouse, the San Mateo County History Museum offers a wonderful opportunity to explore local history while enjoying a little holiday cheer.

FREE First Fridays are sponsored by Monterra Credit Union.

San Mateo County History Museum
2200 Broadway, Redwood City
Friday, December 4 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
650-299-0104 | historysmc.org