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Living History
At the 1968 Mexico City Summer Olympic Games, Carlos won a bronze medal in the 200 meter dash. Carlos and fellow SJSU teammate Tommie Smith stood on the Olympic Podium and each bowed his head and raised a fist in a show of solidarity for the Civil Rights Movement. This image remains one of the most iconic photos in sports history. This book is available for sale at O'Brien's Ice Cream Parlor.
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New Faces at History Park!
Welcome to Leslie Evens, our new Administrative Assistant!
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Tickets are on Sale for the
Heritage Holiday Champagne Tea!
More than 50% of the tickets are sold out!
Get yours today!
Don't miss out on the chance
to join us Saturday,
December 12 for an afternoon of scrumptious food and tasty tea, featuring exclusive blends by Satori Tea & champagne by Guglielmo Winery.
Seatings available for
11:00am & 2:00pm.
To purchase tickets,
contact Juanita Lara at 408.918.1045
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Dear Friends,
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A new coat of paint for the inside of the Empire Firehouse.
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We have been hard at work creating a new exhibit space in the Empire Firehouse at History Park.
This support has allowed us to hire S2 Associates Inc., a professional exhibit design firm, to build an outstanding interactive exhibit to serve not only children who attend our programs at History Park, but the community at large.
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HSJ Staff and members of the San Jose Fire Museum show our collective ideas during the Stakeholders Workshop.
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Exhibit concept designs will be revealed at our Children's Holiday Festival on December 5. Please join us for this family-friendly event and vote on your favorite exhibit design!
Thank you! Your generous gifts make this progress possible!
Until next time,
Alida J. Bray
President & CEO
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YOUR Feedback = Our Collective Success!
Thank you to the 269 Members and friends who took our recent online survey! We are excited learn from YOU about what you enjoy most at History Park, and how we can make your experience better. Thank you for your ideas, feedback, and support!
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Collections Corner
New Acquisitions:
Lucy Walker Townsend
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Astley D. M. Cooper, Sailboat on Rough Sea, 1885 (Collection of History San Jose)
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On Loan: A.D.M. Cooper Goes to Stanford University History San Jos� has loaned several paintings from the collection to the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Center for
Silicon Valley Bikes: Passion, Innovation & Politics Lives On at MLK Library Did you miss out on seeing our last exhibit at the Arbuckle Gallery? If so, part of that exhibit is now on display at Martin Luther King, Jr. Library until January 20, 2016. CLICK HERE for the details.
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Upcoming Events
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Jewish Time Travel: An 1800s Saturday Night
Saturday, November 14
7:00pm - 9:30pm
History Park
Adults $15, Youth $7; ages 3 & under Free.
In partnership with Congregation Beth David, go back in time to experience Jewish heritage with a variety of fun and educational activities for adults and kids! For tickets click here!
Hands-on History Days: Happy Birthday San Jos�!
Saturday, November 21 11:00am - 3:00pm Peralta Adobe-Fallon House Historic Site
Fallon House Tours: HSJ Members Free; all others $5.
Hands-on Activity Wristband: HSJ Members Free; all others
Celebrate San Jos�'s 238th Birthday at the
Peralta Adobe-Fallon House Historic Site! San Jos�, or El Pueblo de San Jos� de Guadalupe, the first Pueblo of California, was founded November 29, 1777. Come have a slice of birthday cake and celebrate! Meet members of Founding Families, participate in hands-on activities, and visit the historic Peralta Adobe and Fallon House. Co-sponsored by History San Jos� and the San Pedro Square Market.
Hands-on History Days:
Children's Holiday Festival
Saturday, December 5
11:00am - 3:00pm
History Park
HSJ Members & ages 2 & under free;
$5 general admission.
Join us for the annual Children's Holiday Festival! Celebrate the Holidays strolling through History Park, listening to the sounds of carolers from the Lyric Theatre, ride the trolley, listen in on story time, take a ride on a horse drawn carriage, and visit Santa, who will be on-hand for photo opportunities!
Decadent Desserts -
Member Appreciation Reception
Saturday, December 5
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Pacific Hotel, History Park
For HSJ Members ONLY
Please join us for this exclusive champagne reception filled with sumptuous sweets and decadent desserts. Get in a festive mood when you see History Park decorated for the holidays!
Heritage Holiday Champagne Tea
Saturday, December 12
Seatings at 11:00am & 2:00pm
Pacific Hotel, History Park
$45 per person for non-members/$40 for HSJ Members until November 20th. After November 20th, $50 per person/$45 for HSJ Members
 Enjoy a traditional tea with scones, finger sandwiches and sweets, featuring exclusive blends by Satori Tea, champagne by Guglielmo Winery, and served by the players of Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company. Later, tour the historic houses decorated for the holidays!
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