Washington Township Museum of Local History

Welcome

The mission of the museum is to preserve Southern Alameda County (Fremont, Newark and Union City) memories, documents, artifacts, and structures from the past and share them with present and future generations.

Our Exhibits

Visit the museum to learn about the history of the Tri-City, from the Mission and Rancho Eras through to pre-incorporation — back when Fremont, Newark and Union City were made up of farms, ranches and dairies, and later, after the cities incorporated, suburban communities. Visitors will discover how the waves of families who moved here lived, worked, and established a thriving small-town community.

Learn more about current exhibits at the Museum.

Support Us!

Museum membership entitles you to advance notice of all new exhibits, meetings, cultural activities and special events. You also get free admission to all of our events. Join us today!

Volunteer opportunities are abundant. We are always in need of museum sitters (people who help keep the doors open), tour guides for adults and schoolchildren, archival help, fundraising and membership chairpersons… the list goes on. This is your museum and we want you to know you play an important role. If you have a skill or are willing to learn a new one, we’d love to have you. Call or email us today!

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Resource Materials

A Brief History of Washington Township — The modern city of Fremont has been built on beautiful land with a long, interesting history. This rich, historical heritage fits readily into time periods that had their own specific influences on the history of Fremont.

Historical Papers — A collection of papers covering topics of local historical significance.

Local History Sites — Links to websites about local historical buildings and activities.

Community Sites — Links to city websites, local community and business organizations.

News & Announcements

Philip Holmes, our beloved founding/life member and prime historian for the museum and all of the Tri-City area passed away in his home at age 94 on November 16, 2018.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Philip Holmes Memorial Fund at Washington Township Museum of Local History, 190 Anza St., Fremont, CA 94539 or to Centerville Presbyterian Church.

Read more about Mr. Holmes and his contributions to preserving our history.

190 Anza Street
Fremont, CA 94539