FREE First Fridays
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month at the San Mateo County History Museum
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and we're kicking it off in the best way possible — with hands-on fun, great stories, and free admission all day!
On Friday, May 1, stop by the San Mateo County History Museum and dive into one of the many rich cultural traditions honored during AAPI Heritage Month. Kids and families can roll up their sleeves and craft their own paper cup taiko drum — a nod to the powerful, rhythmic drumming tradition that has resonated through Japanese and Japanese American communities for generations. After you've built your drum, settle in for a reading of Ten Oni Drummers in the Land of Opportunity: The Immigration Experience in San Mateo County, a story that connects the past to right here in our own backyard.
All are welcome, though the craft activity may be tricky for little ones three and under.
And don't miss the free general tour at 2 p.m. Led by one of our knowledgeable docents, this hour-long tour highlights the best of our current exhibits — a perfect way to round out your afternoon.
The Details:
📅 Friday, May 1, 2026
🕙 Free Museum Admission: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
🥁 Playing in the Past (craft + story): 11 a.m. — Free
🏛️ General Docent-Led Tour: 2 p.m. — Free
📍 San Mateo County History Museum
💚 Free First Fridays is sponsored by Monterra Credit Union
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