Calling all Bay Area History Lovers!

We are proud to welcome over 20 local history museums, do-ers, movers, and shakers to the Camron-Stanford House for a very special History Fair. Come explore, play, and learn with us!

Each organization will have a booth where you can learn more about how they can help you better connect to the past. Browse sample exhibits, engage in fun activities, and get a sneak peek at upcoming events, programs, and much, much more!

Mini Exhibits - Interactive Learning Activities - Live Presentations - Hear/Here Community Bilboard Truck - and much more history to explore!

-All Ages Welcome!-

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Admission Fees

• $5/ age 12+

• Children under 12: FREE

• CSH Members: FREE

• Show your Oakland Public Library Card for free admission!

RSVP and receive a raffle ticket at the door. Enter to win a door prize!

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List of Participants

• Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation

• Art Deco Society

• Berkeley Historical Society and Museum

• Black Panther Party Alumni Legacy Network

• California Genealogical Society

• Cohen-Bray House

• The Commons Archive

• East Bay Yesterday

• Emeryville Historical Society

• Friends of the Oakland Public Library/Bookmark Bookstore

• Haas-Lilienthal House

• Lacis Museum of Lace and Textiles

• Niles Silent Film Museum

• Oakland Heritage Alliance

• Oakland History Center (at Oakland Public Library)

• Patterson House

• Peralta Hacienda

• African American Museum and Library at Oakland

• USS Hornet Museum

• West Oakland Cultural Action Network

• West Oakland Mural Project/Women of the Black Panther Party

• The Winchester Mystery House

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This event is generously sponsored by CatalogIt

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Event FAQ:

• Who should attend this event?

  We warmly welcome anyone with a curious mind and an interest in the past!

  This is a great event for anyone wanting to learn more about local history and the resources in their community. This includes history practitioners, families, teachers, students of all ages, family historians, museum lovers, cultural heritage workers, amateur historians, and more!

• Is there an admission fee?

  Regular admission is $5 (standard Camron-Stanford House museum admission).

  Children under 12 are free

  Are you an Oakland Public Library Member? Show your card and get in for free!

• Do I need to reserve tickets in advance?

  Tickets can be purchased at the door. However, if you purchase a ticket (or register for a free ticket if eligible) in advance, you will receive a raffle ticket when you check in. We will be giving away fabulous door prizes throughout the day!

• Is there parking?

  Parking at Camron-Stanford House is very limited. Ample street parking can be found along Lakeside Drive and surrounding neighborhood street. We are a short walk to multiple BART stations and bus stops.

• Will there be food?

  We will have a snack bar with non-alcoholic beverages and quick snacks for purchase.

  You are welcome to leave for lunch and return, or bring your own to enjoy at one of our picnic tables!

• Accessibility

  The Camron-Stanford House was built in 1876. Unfortunately we are not fully ADA accessible. The garden, lower level exhibit galleries and lower level restroom are accessible to all.

  Camron-Stanford House tours require use of stairs. For those unable to traverse the stairs, we have available a full 360 degree virtual tour of the period rooms. For further accommodations or questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to us in advance of your visit

• I Want to Participate

  If you are a local history organization, practitioner, or history-adjacent vendor, please get in touch if you would like to participate in this event!

  office@cshouse.org