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Welcome

The mission of the museum is to preserve Southern Alameda County (Fremont, Newark and Union City) memories, documents, artifacts, and structures from the past and share them with present and future generations.

The Museum and California native garden is open weekly on WED & FRI, and monthly on the 2nd SAT & SUN, as well as the 4th SUN. All hours are 10 am – 4 pm.
More information

The Fremont Podcast

Oh hey, we did a podcast! Thanks for interviewing us, Andrew Cavette!

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Tri-City Treasures Forgotten


Learn about our new project: Tri-City Treasures Forgotten

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Chinese History Project

Learn more about the Chinese History project.

WTMLH in the Tri-City Voice

Did you see our museum featured in the Tri-City Voice? Thank you to the TCV for telling a piece of our story!

Fun Things to Do

Wondering what else to do while you are here in Fremont? Check out this list of Fun Things to Do in Fremont, created by the Museum Alliance of Fremont, Union City & Newark (MAFUN).

Save Fremont History Before it’s Too Late

The Harvey Houses at Sylvester P. Harvey Community Park are facing uncertain futures. The City is considering demolishing the George Harvey House, built in 1928, while the historic Sylvester P. Harvey House, built in 1868, could be mothballed and closed off for an extended period.

We need your help in getting the word out to our community!

Learn more

Union City History Museum

We are currently working with the City of Union City to rehabilitate the building at 3841 Smith Street and reopen a museum and research facility there. More information.

190 Anza Street
Fremont, CA 94539

(510) 623-7907
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