Volunteer Opportunities with CHSM
We are always striving to offer more to our community and improve our operations. To do so, we rely on volunteers with expertise and experience to assist our staff and Board of Directors. Find opportunities for volunteering with the Cupertino Historical Society & Museum at the link below.
Cupertino Stories Mayor's Initiative
Cupertino Stories is a digital effort allowing everyone to help create history by sharing their Cupertino stories online. This citywide effort is made possible by a collaboration across the Cupertino Library Foundation, Cupertino Historic Society, Cupertino Mayor Liang Chao, and local residents. Anyone who has lived, worked, been involved, or done business in Cupertino is welcome to share their Cupertino story.
Upcoming Events & Exhibits Near Cupertino:
CHSM Annual BBQ Fundraiser: A Day on the Ranch
Friday June 20, 2025 2 - 6 PM
Blackberry Farm Picnic Area
21979 San Fernando Avenue Cupertino, CA 95014
Join us at Blackberry Farm in Cupertino for this year's picnic-themed barbecue fundraiser!
We will have food, entertainment, and auctions.
What to expect:
- Outdoor covered picnic area
- Wheelchair and walker accessible
- Casual, picnic-appropriate attire
CHSM EXHIBIT: Bees!
On View June 27, 2025 - August 2025
10185 North Stelling Road, Cupertino
(located inside the Quinlan Community Center)
This exhibit showcases all the wonderful things about bees and beekeeping.
Learn about different types of bees, see some real hives (no live bees), a honey extractor, and more!
Items on display generously loaned by beekeeper Deb Conway and Cupertino Rotarian Alysa Sakkas.
EXHIBIT: “HOME ENTERTAINMENT OF THE LAST CENTURY”
Sunnyvale Historical Society & Museum
What did people do for entertainment before gadgets and electronics? Well, they played games, listened to the radio, invited friends, went to the movies and concerts, or played music themselves. Many artifacts will come out of storage to show activities people found amusing in the early 20th century. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the opening of this exhibit will be slightly delayed to mid-February. Look for updates on Facebook and the Sunnyvale Historical Society website.
EXHIBIT: “MAKING CONNECTIONS: STORIES FROM THE LAND”
Los Altos History Museum
Permanent Exhibit
Main Gallery, Los Altos History Museum
51 South San Antonio Road, Los Altos, CA
Making Connections: Stories from the Land delivers an immersive, interactive multimedia experience of local history. Take a tour through the hills, creeks, valley and town as you learn about the events that transformed the landscape and the people who shaped this area.
EXHIBIT: “MEET THE SMITHS”
Los Altos History Museum
Permanent Exhibit
Smith House, Los Altos History Museum
51 South San Antonio Road, Los Altos, CA
Through a collection of photos and narrative, this exhibit brings to life the fascinating story of J. Gilbert Smith, his wife, Margaret, and his mother, Mary, who once called this house their home.