This place is a hidden gem in Palo Alto, in an industrial area surrounded by factories. It is a…read moremuseum of the work of Tony Foster, an artist from UK who paints beautiful watercolor landscapes. It's free, and a nice place to visit for an hour or so ... highly recommended.

What to do after brunch on Sunday in Palo Alto? Head to the Foster! Parking is a breeze, the…read moreadmission is free, and the experience works for all ages! As a dabbler in watercolors, I was transfixed--some of these paintings are huge--and he does not use photographs! As an educator, my mind was brimming with opportunities to integrate his work into humanities and human geography classes. The Foster website has excellent resources. This is a must see if you are in the area!

We stumbled upon the museum by accident when we attended a car show on the neighboring fairground…read more What a true gem! The volunteers welcomed the kids and encouraged them to take part in the bean bag toss, throwing horseshoes, the sack races, pumping water the old fashioned way, riding tractors, milking fake cows, going for a real hay ride and more. The children not only enjoyed every minute and couldn't stop talking about it on the way home. It was a nice reminder of how simple times use to be and how we don't need fancy thing-a-ma-jiggers for entertainment. Sometimes simplicity can be the most fun. If you have little ones, this is a must do. I think that they called the event Second Saturday. Check it out and add it to your "must do" list. Just make sure to pack a little cash to make a donation to keep this exhibit going.

This place is amazing!!! The people that volunteer/work here are the salt of the earth and a wealth…read moreof knowledge. We went with a school group and they were so accommodating. They were so good with our Littles and had so many fun activities and hands-on learning activities. I plan on visiting again soon! You can just tell all the people here really care about the museum and sharing all it has to offer- which is a lot!

Educationally speaking, this place will bring you back in time and will give you the best…read moreexperience of all

Went to a private event there and we were able to tour the museum. There were some very…read moreinteresting displays. I liked how they showed the evolution of items over time like cameras, calculators, etc. it's a small museum but with displays worth seeing. I appreciated seeing the museum plus the attractive grounds

Arrived at 1:30 pm on a Wednesday (during their posted "open" hours). Found a locked gate and…read moreinstructions to call a number for entry. Called. Answering machine only. Left message. Waited. No call back. Left disappointed.

What makes this amusing and interesting local museum truly impressive is the astonishing level of…read moreenthusiasm and dedication of the volunteers. The substantial commitment to preserving the history of the community is heartwarming, a wonderful example of civic engagement. The museum includes an historic home, a huge collection of clothing and hats, and an eclectic archive.

Worth the visit every time! Every time I come here I am…read moregreeted warmly by the staff. I enjoy that the farm to table, locally sourced approach. I appreciate the seasonal feel that so many restaurants lack In our local area. Today I ordered what feels like the most basic thing on the menu, a breakfast burrito with extra meat. It is delicious. Crispy bacon, creamy avocado and a tortilla that is the same texture as my abuelo would prepare. There is many gluten free and fusion cuisine options too. There was a spring green pork noodle something that caught my eye but my heart was set on caffeine and breakfast. I didn't spend any time looking at there beer, wine or mocktail options due to the time of day. The music is chill and there is a gentle breeze coming in from the open door on this perfect spring morning. Outside of the picture, there is people quietly reading/working on laptops or just stopping in for a beverage to go. There's a kids area, currently unoccupied and a local bulletin board of local event happenings. The Clove Art has a unique, restorative feel that Gilroy was desperately lacking in it's downtown scene.

We hosted my son's 1st birthday there and it went gloriously! The entire staff from Eddie to Jason…read morewere so awesome! The owner Emily was incredibly communicative and helpful- she even connected us with 6th Street Studios for a fun art activity! Such a special event and the space/restaurant was perfection!

Had a great visit with my wife and daughter. I have lived here for over a decade and have driven…read moreby this place countless times, always wanting to go check it out. Well today was the day, and we had docents Ric, Carol and Carol (yes two Carols) who gave us a great tour with lots of historical insight into the location and the history of Morgan Hill. If you are a history buff like me, it is a great place to visit. It is free and takes less than an hour to go through. I may be doing it again soon. We also learned you can rent out the Hiram Morgan Hill House for events. Learned a ton from three VERY nice and knowledgeable docents and really enjoyed stopping in.

Morgan Hill has an interesting museum, historical home, and garden area to visit.read more

Genealogy is one of my hobbies, and while I find it both pleasurable and rewarding, some adventures…read moreare more fun than others. One day you can be hacking through underbrush to find a spooky old family graveyard from the 18th century, while another may be spent dealing with disinterested or bilious government clerks who want nothing more than for you to go away and leave them alone. My half-dozen visits to the San Benito County Historical Society over the past year rank as some of my most pleasurable research trips. The museum itself, which occupies a rambling old Prairie-style home on 5th street in Hollister, is a nice collection of county history and artifacts. But the research room annex, which is only opened limited hours (usually the 2nd Monday of each month), is a treasure trove of county history, and a fascinating place to lose yourself for hours on end. The museum and research room are strictly staffed by volunteers, and most are well-versed in county history, with extensive knowledge of the early settlers and culture of the area. They are uniformly friendly, and generous with their time in helping visitors in their research. They have detailed records of property transactions, incarcerations, births, marriages, death, insanity committals -- all the things that make families so interesting! Those interested in the museum will have to plan around limited hours, as it is only open on Saturdays from 1-3. With the research room being even more limited in availability, I see that as worth docking one star from an otherwise 5-star affair. It's a great place for learning about this relatively small but interesting county, and a terrific resource for those with roots in the area.