A young boy and young girl paint with watercolors at Free First Fridays at the San Mateo County History Museum

Maverick’s

At 11a.m., join us and learn about the giant Maverick’s wave on the San Mateo County coast! Children will paint their own bubblewrap starfish and then listen to the story Hello Ocean in the Maverick’s exhibit.

In-Person Tour

At 2 p.m., join us for a free general tour featuring highlights of the exhibits. This docent-led tour lasts about an hour.

Online Tour

Bonus Story

Jon Miller, our 2018 San Mateo County History Maker, recorded a story for our online Free First Friday in May 2020.