John H. Clinton

The San Mateo County Historical Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and educating the public about the cultural and natural history of the county. The private company is based in Redwood City, CA. It operates the history museum, housed in the historic 1910 county courthouse in Redwood City, along with historic sites including the Sánchez Adobe, the Woodside Store, and the Folger Stable in Woodside. The museum features interactive, long-term exhibits that explore the county’s history from its Native American origins to the present, highlighting local and regional influences. The association offers educational programs for schools, families, and adults, including hands-on field trips, traveling trunks with primary source materials, monthly lectures, workshops, and family activities. It hosts community events such as the annual History Makers ceremony honoring notable local figures and maintains extensive three-dimensional and archival collections documenting the region’s development, early settlements, industries, and notable individuals, with parts accessible online. The association publishes a biannual scholarly journal, produces books and films about local history, and supports public engagement through memberships, donations, volunteering, and capital campaigns. The museum participates in free and discounted admission programs and offers online resources such as virtual tours, walking tours, and educational materials.

Publishes a newspaper

Collects, stores and distributes donated food

Operates as a state chartered commercial bank