#local-history

#local-history

Enjoy free admission from 10 am to 4 pm, every first Friday of the month, at the San Mateo History Museum.

The Berkeley Flea Market served as a vital institution for nearly half a century, supporting various nonprofit organizations and enhancing community services in Berkeley.

"The Dyker Height Civic Association has held meetings right here at St. Philip's Parish home. We've come to see the space not just as a meeting place, but as a part of our home."

Rye, with its rich local history, charming cobbled streets, and scenic views, was ranked as one of the best seaside towns in the UK.

Thousands of people have made memories that will last them a lifetime, from over 20 years of amazing nights out at PRYZM and Oceana before it.

"Rowdy Buckaroo, an actual once-living legend, personifying the city's gritty Old West roots, was not just a mascot but a beloved pillar of the community."},{

The geographical name is misleading though, as there never was an east, north or south gardens, as West Square is named after the owners of the farmland.

The exhibition highlights how Sadlers Wells got its name from the natural springs, and the decline of these wells due to artificially carbonated water.

Greggs, the popular bakery chain, has decided to remove self-service fridges from its London stores as the surge in shoplifting continues to affect businesses.

Join authors Nick Veronico and Bruce Cumming at the San Mateo County History Museum as they explore their new book, The Lost Gas Stations of San Mateo County.

The Dying Cow near Tinahely, Co Wicklow is a lesser-known pub with an intriguing name, sparking curiosity about its origin connected to local history.

Pamela Baird will present a local history talk on women's suffrage in Mountain View, highlighting the local women who contributed to California’s voting rights in 1911.

Billed as "high farce," Portland theatrical dance company BodyVox's late spring performance, Death and Delight, blends Romeo and Juliet and A Midsummer Night's Dream into a tragicomic medley of Shakespeare-inspired choreography.

The show will feature a cast and crew made up of high school, middle school and elementary school students, showcasing community talent in a beloved Disney musical.

"We have weathered recessions, a pandemic, and ever-changing times, and through it all, we have been fortunate to serve this community. We could not have done it without our loyal customers and our dedicated staff."

The Ship, built in the 1600s on Hare Street, has undergone many changes yet retains its original charm, claiming to be a 'genuine treasure.'

While some users believe the festival logo is a return to sexist advertising, the organizers highlight its connection to local history, inspired by 1950s Ballito advertising.

"This festival is about the history of where we live and the threads which connect the past with the present, with its layers like a jigsaw."

Georgetown, Massachusetts, actually isn't as far from Boston as many might think, being only 31 miles away with easy access via major highways.

The Alderman, opened in 1959, stands as one of the last surviving pubs in Harold Hill, blending local history with community significance.

The Bethnal Green Weightlifting Club, nearly 100 years old, has received a three-month extension to its eviction notice, allowing it to seek alternative arrangements.