Join us for a fascinating evening as we learn about a Cold War Spy from Campbell. David Blinn will weave the intriguing espionage story of two Cold War spies: James Mintkenbaugh and Robert Johnson.
The 2023 season is almost here! After being closed for the winter for regularly scheduled conservatorship, the Ainsley House is re-opening for tours starting on Friday, March 3rd. We'll be...
Just a friendly reminder that the Ainsley House is closed from December 20th, 2021 through March 2nd, 2022 for annual conservation.
The Salem witch hunt (June 1692-May 1693) is a chapter of American History that has endured centuries later. The series of investigations and persecutions led to the death sentences of 19 convicted witches and hundreds of others to be imprisoned...
Alcatraz Island: 200 Years on the Rock is an illustrated history of Alcatraz Island from its discovery by Spanish explorers through today's status as a world-renown National Park site.
Join the Campbell Museums on August 9 as we welcome Dr. Paul Lynam from the Lick Observatory Historical Collections, as he presents the History of the James Lick Observatory. James Lick (August 25, 1796 – October 1, 1876) was the...
In 1848 James W. Marshall discovered gold on the South Fork of the American River. It was one of the most significant discoveries in history. It led to the most significant mass emigration of people in the Western Hemisphere. And...
John Mascali, Captain, USNR Retired, will share the history of Moffett Field since its beginning in 1930 with the building of the historic Hangar One, which dominates the skyline in the South Bay, and the arrival of one of the...
This year's 15th annual Spooky Night will run from 2 to 6 PM on Friday, October 27th. All of the museum's exhibits will be open for trick-or-treating, Halloween games, arts and crafts, music and family-friendly crafts. Costumes are encouraged!
Join guitarist Chris Shahin as he performs an eclectic instrumental mix of guitar styles drawing from jazz, blues, country and classical. Shahin will be performing some classic songs mixed with his original compositions. He will be joined by bassist Perry...
