2020 Events

Racial Justice Reading Group

December 16, 2020

Racial Justice Reading Group December 16, 2020

Racial Justice Reading Group
The Devil in Silicon Valley - Northern California, Race and Mexican Americans by Stephen Pitti

October 7, 2020

Racial Justice Reading Group
The Devil in Silicon Valley - Northern California, Race and Mexican Americans by Stephen Pitti

Pete Emig and The Human Touch
Cupertino Through the Eyes of An Artist
with Local Historian Wes Morse & John Emig

September 30, 2020

Pete Emig and The Human Touch - Cupertino Through the Eyes of An Artist with Local Historian Wes Morse & John Emig

Racial Justice Reading Group
White Fragility

August 26, 2020

White Fragility - Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism

We stand with the City of Cupertino in solidarity with black communities. It is difficult to find the words to express our indignation, and we heartily acknowledge that social media posts and personal outrage are weak opposition to systemic racism. People have been hashtagging #blacklivesmatter for eight years, but young black men and women are still being targeted and brutalized. We realize our position of privilege as a cultural institution, and we hope to make our support more than performative. Our position as a museum affords us the opportunity of engaging with the tough and messy conversations necessary to address the root causes of systemic racism. These are the conversations that will actually help to bring about change. We challenge our friends and supporters, as we challenge ourselves, to look closely at the institutions, corporations, and HISTORIES that have allowed the current brutalities against black, immigrant, and other people of color to occur. As an organization whose primary focus is education, we will strive to feature more immigrant and diverse voices in our exhibits and public programming. Until we are able to resume normal activities, we hope to be a source for opening up dialogue in your homes and daily lives. To that end, we are compiling a reading/film list for our membership on the history of racism and police violence in this country. We are also beginning a virtual reading group on these topics, interest form to follow. Anyone can post on social media, but true activism requires action. Join us as we chart new territory in the City of Cupertino, our organization, and our museum.

CHS Annual BBQ - A Sip of History Cancelled

June 26, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the Board of Directors of the Cupertino Historical Society + Museum has decided to cancel this year’s “A Sip of History” Annual BBQ, originally slated for June 28. Our first concern is the health and safety of our community and guests. With uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 virus, we feel that this is the appropriate decision. This event provides the opportunity for individuals and corporations to support the Historical Society and Museum while being part of one of Cupertino’s most beloved and highly anticipated events of the summer. We urge you to maintain your support of our mission-driven work by making a donation today, as this fundraiser typically supports over 30% of our operating budget. #ASipOfHistory #WeAreCupertino #DonateToday #AnnualBBQ

CHSM Annual Meeting and Student Symposium

April 29, 2020

Join us for our Annual Meeting on April 29--Cupertino Room, Quinlan Community Center. Time TBD

Quinlan Community Center, Front Entrance

A Trip Down Memory Lane

February 29, 2020

Thank you so much to everyone who came to the historical Paul & Eddie’s in support of “A Trip Down Memory Lane”.

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Zorka Keenan & [name]

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Zorka Keenan & Nina Picchetti

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[name], Hung Wei, [name], & [name]

Zorka Keenan & Suzanne Morrison

Jim & Mark McKenna

Mele Kalikimaka, [name], & Gina Gaviglio

[name], [name], & Gina Gaviglio

Sharon Blaine & Bill Kerr

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Bill Kerr

Orrin Mahoney, Darryl Stow, & Kathy Nellis

[name], [name], Andy Butcher, [name], & [name]

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[name], [name], & Hung Wei

A Trip Down Memory Lane 2020

Andy Butcher & Sharon Blaine

[name], Donna Austin, & Andy Butcher

Mark McKenna, Donna Austin, Sharon Blaine, & Gina Gaviglio

[name], Mark McKenna, Donna Austin, Sharon Blaine, & Gina Gaviglio

Donna Austin & Jennifer Furlong

A Trip Down Memory Lane 2020

Quinlan Preschool Comes to Visit

February 16, 2020

Last week we had another group of special visitors at the museum from the Quinlan Preschool. Mr. Darryl, my lovely assistant, was a big hit with the rotary telephone! @ Cupertino Historical Society and Museum