Portal to Our Past

Blog: When the World Stood Still

It was Friday, just like any other.

Nov 25, 2022 11:00 AM Read more >

Blog: Redwood City was once home to the only radio station broadcasting to GIs overseas

During WWll, KGEI served as the 'Voice of America' for soldiers stationed in the Pacific

Nov 18, 2022 10:16 AM Read more >

Blog: Redwood City's Next Door Neighbor

A brief history of San Carlos through the people who built it

Nov 11, 2022 11:31 AM Read more >

Blog: Redwood City's Great White Mountain

In the late 1800s and the first part of the 20th century leather tanneries were part of everyday commerce.

Nov 4, 2022 9:02 AM Read more >

Blog: How did Stafford Park get its name?

James Stafford came to Redwood City in 1866.

Oct 28, 2022 9:54 AM Read more >

Blog: Bohemians of the Peninsula

The Brittan namesake is one of the most well-known in San Carlos.

Oct 21, 2022 8:56 AM Read more >

Blog: The Birth of AMPEX

Have you ever wondered how the classic first photo of the earth from the moon was taken?

Oct 14, 2022 9:39 AM Read more >

Blog: For Whom the El Camino Real Bell Signs Toll

Have you ever wondered how the bells came to dot California's north/south artery?

Oct 7, 2022 8:57 AM Read more >

Blog: Did You Know Money Was Printed in Redwood City?

One of the cornerstone structures of Redwood City’s historic district is located at the corner of Broadway and Main.

Sep 30, 2022 7:53 AM Read more >

Blog: Mel's Bowl Opened and Closed Under Different Names

A plaque acknowledging Mel's and the famous sign is located on the front of the building at 2580 El Camino Real.

Sep 23, 2022 9:37 AM Read more >