Museum on Main
Museum on Main is located at 603 Main Street in the heart of historic downtown Pleasanton, California. The museum offers a variety of educational programs designed for school groups and the general public. The museum features exhibits, including the Jean Jones Memorial Gallery and the Phoebe Hearst Memorial Gallery. It also offers guided tours, in-class programs, and traveling trunks for students. Museum on Main provides hands-on experiences using original artifacts, replica artifacts, historical photographs, and unique activities to engage students. The museum's student programs are designed to augment the classroom curriculum and are linked to State Standards. In addition to its educational programs, the museum also offers free historical walking tours, ghost walks, and other events. The museum's collections include newspaper research, photographs, and other historical items. The museum is closed on Sundays, Mondays, and major holidays. Admission is free, although donations are accepted. For more information or to reserve a guided tour, visitors can contact the museum at 925.462.2766 or visit its website at www.museumonmain.org.
