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History

Let’s explore how this important local organization came to be and what it does for the great 408.
From public artworks to cultural centers, local Black history is all around us.
What stores, restaurants, and venues would you like to see return to the great 408?
The first + oldest park in Santa Clara County turned 100 years old this year, with its original opening date of January 24, 1924.
Learn how you can celebrate our local fire department’s exciting milestone.
From his humble, Bay Area roots to an nationally renowned aviation pioneer, we chart the course through the life and legacy of John J. Montgomery.
From historical events, to creative interpretations of cultural creatures, San Jose’s statue game is on point.
From the turn of the 20th century to modern news, weather, and traffic, a San Jose radio inventor pioneered the way we enjoy entertainment over the airwaves.
Let’s walk through the front doors of another grand South Bay mansion.
From Kayfabe to Heel-turns, backyards to breweries, we break down what you need to know before you step up to the wrestling ring in San Jose.
A small, two-room structure in the center of San Pedro Square Market tells the incredible origin story of the great 408.
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We found the best kid-friendly activities in San Jose, complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
We’re here to make your flying process plane and simple.
Learn the story behind San Jose’s Frontier Village, a Western-themed amusement park that attracted visitors to the great 408 from around the country from 1961 to 1980.
Whether you’re looking for impressive latte art or a late-night caffeine fix, these are eight of the most unique cafes in the Valley of the Heart’s Delight.
Small businesses are the heart of our community — let’s take a closer look at Empire Seven Studios, a new fine art gallery + creative studio located just outside Japantown.
Lunch near San Jose shouldn’t break the bank. From sandwiches to tacos, we’ve got the best lunch spots that everyone can agree on.
Small businesses are the heart of our community — let’s take a closer look at a fitness and kickboxing training facility in the great 408. This oughta pump you up.
Eight free, family-friendly concerts will rock St. James Park this summer starting on May 25 and organizers say the lineup is “a love letter to San Jose’s rich musical soul.”
There’s art to be found everywhere in San Jose, from murals in hidden corners to major artworks sprawling major buildings. Here’s our guide to the ones that make our city unique.