Events & programs
Join us for exhibits, history talks, and community celebrations throughout the year.
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October 2026
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Upcoming
Thu, October 29, 2026 · 5:30 PM
CHSM Fall Jazz Fundraiser 2026
The Cupertino Hotel, Cupertino
Enjoy live jazz, Pineapple Thai, and a silent auction while supporting the Cupertino Historical Society & Museum.
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Past events
Sat, May 30, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Children's Poetry Contest
Cupertino Senior Center, 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014
CHSM will host a Children’s Poetry Contest to encourage creativity, build confidence, and help children connect with history through the power of poetry. Date and time: Saturday, May 30 11 AM – 2 PM. Location: Cupertino Senior Center, 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014. Registration required to participate. Event Highlights: Open to students in Grades 1–8 (3 categories); Participants will recite a prepared poem (max 2 minutes); Theme: History (e.g., historical events, leaders, cultural heritage, unsung heroes); Limited to 15 participants per category; No Registration fees; Prizes and medals for winners! Participant Categories: Category 1: Grades 1-3 (8–12 lines, 2 mins max); Category 2: Grades 4-5 (8–12 lines, 2 mins max); Category 3: Grades 6-8 (8–12 lines, 2 mins max).
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Wed, March 11, 2026
Tavern Talk at Cicero's Pizza
Cicero's Pizza
Thank you for joining us for a slice of Cicero’s Pizza and hearing how this much loved local pizzeria has served the community for nearly 60 years!! All proceeds to benefit the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Wed, November 12, 2025
Tavern Talk at Florentine Trattoria
Florentine Trattoria, Cupertino
Celebrating sixty-one years of community, history, and deliciousness — with accounts from longtime Florentine's staff and local history presentations. All proceeds benefit the Cupertino Historical Society & Museum.
Mon, July 7, 2025 · 2:00 PM
Paint Party: Color, Culture, and Cause
Quinlan Community Center, Cupertino
An afternoon of color, culture, and cause. Guests enjoyed painting and snacks in support of the museum.
Fri, June 27, 2025
Exhibit Opening: The World of the Honeybee
Cupertino Historical Society & Museum
Opening of The World of the Honeybee — learn about different types of bees, see real hives (no live bees), a honey extractor, and more.
Fri, June 20, 2025
Annual Fundraiser: A Day on the Ranch
Blackberry Farm, Cupertino
Our annual fundraiser at Blackberry Farm, featuring speaker John Ivancovich on the valley's agricultural past, barbecue, live music, and a live auction.
Wed, May 14, 2025
Annual Meeting and Speaker
Cupertino Historical Society & Museum
Our annual membership meeting with election of officers, followed by author Debra Gomes Kordel discussing her historical novel about Azorean Portuguese immigrants' experiences.
Sat, April 26, 2025
Baer Blacksmith Demonstration (April)
Baer Blacksmith Shop, McClellan Ranch
A live blacksmith demonstration at Charlie Baer's blacksmith shop at McClellan Ranch, featuring the museum's collection of blacksmithing artifacts.
Sat, April 26, 2025
Cupertino-Toyokawa Cherry Blossom Festival
Cupertino
The 41st annual Cherry Blossom Festival, with many indoor and outdoor attractions celebrating Japanese culture and the spring season — performances, exhibits, and cultural demonstrations.
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Tavern Talk at the Blue Pheasant
Blue Pheasant, Cupertino
A night of friends, fun and local history at the Blue Pheasant. Part of our ongoing Tavern Talk series highlighting Cupertino's historic gathering places.
Sat, March 22, 2025
Tour of McClellan Ranch
McClellan Ranch Preserve, Cupertino
Vice President Jason Foreman guided attendees on a tour of McClellan Ranch Preserve, sharing stories of the early settlers in the area.
Fri, February 7, 2025
Exhibit Opening: Gadgets Galore!
Cupertino Historical Society & Museum, 10185 N. Stelling Rd
Opening of Gadgets Galore! Transforming the American Household — the story of 20th- and 21st-century home life, from chores to personal care to entertainment, told through the evolution of household tools, machines, and gadgets.
Sat, November 16, 2024
Tour of Folger Estate Stables
Folger Estate Stables, San Mateo County
Kym Teppo, Executive Director of Friends of Huddart and Wunderlich Park, led our group on a tour of the Folger Estate Stables, sharing the history of the land — including stone walls built by Chinese laborers without mortar and a former Model T garage.
Sat, November 9, 2024
History Talk by John Ralston
Cupertino Chamber of Commerce
Historian John C. Ralston discussed Fremont and Cora Older and the Preparedness Day Parade bombing of 1916. His book, "Fremont Older and the 1916 San Francisco Bombing," was a key resource for the museum's Older exhibit.
Fri, June 28, 2024
Annual Fun-draiser and Sip of History Dinner
Cupertino
A community dinner celebrating local history. Funds raised support our mission to preserve and share Cupertino's past.
Sat, December 2, 2023
Breakfast with Santa
Quinlan Community Center, Cupertino
A holiday morning with Santa at the Quinlan Community Center.
Fri, December 1, 2023
Tree Lighting
Quinlan Community Center, Cupertino
The annual community tree lighting at the Quinlan Community Center.
Thu, October 19, 2023
Jazz Fundraiser
Cupertino
An evening of live jazz in support of the Cupertino Historical Society & Museum.
Wed, September 20, 2023
Tavern Talk at Blue Pheasant Restaurant
Blue Pheasant Restaurant, Cupertino
In the heart of what was once Monta Vista, the Blue Pheasant Restaurant and the land it sits on have witnessed many monumental events in Monta Vista and Cupertino's history. The third in our series of Tavern Talks on local drinking establishments.
Sat, August 26, 2023
Baer Blacksmith Demonstration (August)
Baer Blacksmith Shop, McClellan Ranch
A live blacksmith demonstration at Charlie Baer's blacksmith shop at McClellan Ranch.
Sat, July 29, 2023
Baer Blacksmith Demonstration (July)
Baer Blacksmith Shop, McClellan Ranch
A live blacksmith demonstration at Charlie Baer's blacksmith shop at McClellan Ranch.
Wed, July 12, 2023
Tavern Talk at The Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh, Cupertino
Another evening in our Tavern Talk series celebrating Cupertino's historic gathering places, held at The Duke of Edinburgh.
Sat, June 24, 2023
Baer Blacksmith Demonstration (June)
Baer Blacksmith Shop, McClellan Ranch
A live blacksmith demonstration at Charlie Baer's blacksmith shop at McClellan Ranch.
Sat, May 27, 2023
Baer Blacksmith Demonstration (May)
Baer Blacksmith Shop, McClellan Ranch
A live blacksmith demonstration at Charlie Baer's blacksmith shop at McClellan Ranch.
Sat, April 29, 2023
Popup Exhibit for the Cherry Blossom Festival
Cupertino
The Cupertino Museum displayed kimonos with expertise from San Jose Kimono Club members. Visitors voted for their favorite kimonos and tried on styles at a photo booth.
Sat, March 25, 2023
Baer Blacksmith Demonstration (March)
Baer Blacksmith Shop, McClellan Ranch
A live blacksmith demonstration at Charlie Baer's blacksmith shop at McClellan Ranch.
Sat, February 25, 2023
Baer Blacksmith Demonstration (February)
Baer Blacksmith Shop, McClellan Ranch
Museum representatives shared the history of William and Charlie Baer and the blacksmith shop, along with the story of Elisha Stephens, blacksmith and wagon master of the Stephens-Murphy-Townsend party that crossed the Sierras in 1846.
Tue, February 14, 2023
Lunar New Year & Valentine's Day
Cupertino Historical Society & Museum
A celebration of both holidays alongside an exhibit of Victorian-era garments and accessories women wore for social outings — hats, gloves, hatpins, and handkerchiefs.
Wed, February 1, 2023
De Anza Choir at the Museum
Cupertino Historical Society & Museum
The De Anza College choir rehearsed at the museum before a performance, with college President Lloyd Holmes in attendance.