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WEBWelcome to History San Jose. We preserve and enrich the cultural heritage of San Jose and the Santa Clara Valley through research, collections, partnerships, educational programs, and events. Find out more.
Historical Landmarks in San Jose CA | San Jose History | Visit San Jose
WEBHistorical Landmarks and Monuments. San Jose history is all around, but rarely seen by the unsuspecting guest. Be sure to take the historical downtown walking tour, or check out these iconic landmarks to learn about San Jose’s role in shaping California history.
History Park Visitor Information - History San Jose
WEBThrough 30+ original and reproduction homes, businesses, and landmarks, History Park reveals Santa Clara Valley’s past. Complete with paved streets, running trolleys, and an old-fashioned candy shop, this 14-acre site offers the charm and ambiance of times gone by.
Historic Areas & Districts | City of San José
WEBThe San José Downtown Historic District (also known as the San José Commercial District), a National Register of Historic Places district, is located within the area between E. Santa Clara, S. First, Second, and S. Fourth Street (along E. Santa Clara) to E. San Fernando Street.
Downtown Historic District (San Jose, California) - Wikipedia
WEBThe Downtown Historic District of San Jose, California is a designated U.S. Historic District area of the city roughly the size of one square block. It is bounded by S. First Street to the west, E. San Fernando Street to the south, S.
History of San Jose, California - Wikipedia
WEBBy the 1970s, urban sprawl had eliminated most of the orchards, and the Valley of Heart's Delight had been transformed into Silicon Valley. The Circle of Palms in downtown San Jose today marks the historical site of California's first state capitol.
San Jose’s historic landmarks: Then and now - SJtoday
WEBJul 13, 2022 · Founded in 1777, San Jose has a rich history + much of it still remains through decades of redevelopment. Among many of San Jose’s historic buildings, you’re probably familiar with these historic landmarks that still inspire us today.
Programs & Events - History San Jose
WEBSep 14, 2024 · History Park | 635 Phelan Ave. San José, CA Cost: $15 (general), $5 (members) | Exclusive signed books available at event for $35 (retail for unsigned book $42) 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Book Now.
Timeline of San José History - San Jose Public Library
WEB5 days ago · 1851 - San Jose Weekly Visitor newspaper begins publication. 1851 - College of Notre Dame established. 1851 - Thomas White becomes mayor -1854. 1852 - San Jose Foundry in business. 1852 - Vallejo becomes capitol of the State of California - February 4, 1853. 1853 - First honeybee imported to the west coast.
San Jose | History, Attractions, Map, & Facts | Britannica
WEBSep 13, 2024 · San Jose, city, seat (1850) of Santa Clara county, west-central California, U.S. It lies in the Santa Clara Valley along Coyote Creek and the Guadalupe River, about 50 miles (80 km) southeast of San Francisco. The city, located just southeast of San Francisco Bay, sprawls over a broad floodplain.