South Bay Attractions Events

Displays of original Beethoven manuscripts, first editions, a lock of the composer's hair, art and demonstrations of historical keyboards. Fifth floor,... More

Learn about locks, keys, locksmithing tools, safes and more through exhibits and hands-on activities. Ongoing.

A re-creation of a Victorian parlor in the museum's "home life" area, showing the utilitarian side of art. Ongoing. Music and Drama exhibit. T... More

Historic site. Restored English Tudor house features displays about Campbell's past. The grounds are planted in English-garden style.

Children discover different toys from around the world. Free with admission.

Including a hotel with rotating exhibits, art from the McKay Collection of California, trolley restorations and the Paulson House.

Online exhibit documenting the rise of Lou's Village from its creation in 1946. Visit www.historysanjose.org/lousvillage to view the exhibit.

Call a day in advance for passes. Picture ID needed.

An online-only exhibit presenting oral histories from former plant workers. Visit www.historysanjose.org/cannerylife to view the exhibit.

This online exhibit focuses on various local labeling companies, the labeling process and the legacy of the everyday works of art. Visit www.historysanjose.org/labellegacy... More

Explore through interactive exhibits how technologies used to capture images, communicate across distance and record sound have evolved over time.

Displaying a range of artifacts and displays related to the history of computers, dating back to 1939.

Exhibit depicts the uses of local land and its inhabitants over time.

The museum hosts a variety of ongoing, hands-on exhibits for kids. Exhibits include "Bubbalogna," "Current Connections," "Secrets of Circles" and "WaterWays."

One of the earliest designs for an automatic computing engine. Live demonstrations take place Wed-Fri at 2pm and Sat-Sun at 1 and 2pm.

A retrospective and biographical exhibit featuring drawings, portrait busts and paintings with scenes from Bay Area cities.

From the "Riverbank" to the "Underground," explore this 2,500 square-feet exhibit based on "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."