Multicultural Crafternoons at the Museum
Friday-Sunday 12pm-4pm in May | Almaden Quicksilver @ Casa Grande
Did you know that mercury was once used to make dye for Chinese lacquerware and the communities of New Almaden were amongst the first to celebrate Cinco de Mayo?
Learn more and help us celebrate the multicultural communities of New Almaden, by joining a Crafternoon at Almaden Quicksilver County Park's Mining Museum at Casa Grande! (Address: 21350 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120)
Free drop in event, great for all ages. Questions? Email [email protected]
Owls in Raptor Boxes
Regal Raptors: Raptor Boxes in Martial Cottle Park Saturday, May 25th, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Martial Cottle Park Park
At Martial Cottle Park, offers home and habitat for birds of prey within a dense, urban area. Join us for an afternoon walk to learn more about barn owls and raptor boxes in Martial Cottle Park. This program includes a very short walk on paved paths. Families are encouraged to attend. Email [email protected] for more information. A $6 parking fee is required.
Communities of New Almaden History Day Saturday, May 25th, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Almaden Quicksilver @ Casa Grande
Who were the people whose hard work in and around the mercury mines made the New Almaden mines a success? Drop in between 12-4pm to discover how citizens of Spanishtown, Englishtown and the Chinese communities toiled and thrived above and below the earth’s surface during the heyday of mercury mining in the late 1880s – early 1900s. $2/person suggested donation. (Address: 21350 Almaden Rd, San Jose, CA 95120)
No reservations required.For more information call 408-918-7770 or email [email protected]
Spanish Town in New Almaden
Quicksilver History Hike Sunday, May 26th, 2024 | 9:00am-12:00pm
Join an Almaden Quicksilver Park Interpreter to explore what remains of the once-bustling mining operations in the hills above New Almaden. This moderate, 3 - 4 mile hike leaves from the Wood Road parking lot off of Hicks Road.
Play Like a Miner Saturday, July 13th 2024, 11:00am-3:00pm | Almaden Quicksilver @ Casa Grande
Imagine a day in the life of a mercury miner and other 19th century residents of New Almaden at this fun family event featuring games, crafts, live music, demonstrations, and mining-era activities for all ages. Explore a replica mine tunnel or try your hand at panning for precious gemstones. There's something for everyone at this free event.
No registration required, just come on by between 11am and 3pm! More Info
