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Redwood City, California
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The museum is located in the old San Mateo County Courthouse, a beautiful Beaux-Arts building constructed in 1910.
The museum features a stunning stained glass dome that is 29 feet in diameter, originally installed in 1910.
The museum's 'Mavericks: A History of Big Wave Surfing' exhibit explores the local surfing culture and the famous Mavericks surf break.
The museum houses over 200,000 photographs and documents, offering a rich resource for researchers and history enthusiasts.
The 'Journey to Work' exhibit includes artifacts and stories about the development of aviation in San Mateo County.
The museum features exhibits on the Ohlone people, the original inhabitants of the San Mateo County region.
The museum offers a variety of programs, including school tours, workshops, and lectures, to engage the community in local history.
The museum's exhibits include artifacts and stories from the county's rich maritime past, including shipbuilding and fishing industries.
