Update on Museum Opening
The Palo Alto Museum is postponing its opening due to water intrusion in our historic building that requires further assessment and repair. We are working closely with the City of Palo Alto, the building owner and a key partner, to finalize next steps. While it is...
Community Sneak Peek & Open House
On December 13, 2025, ahead of our official opening in Spring 2026, the Palo Alto Museum welcomed over 500 visitors for a Community Sneak Peek and Open House. Neighbors, families, students, and people from across Palo Alto and the Bay Area explored our plans and...
“Renaissance woman” Juana Briones imbues Palo Alto Museum with history, pride
When Juana Briones built her home in 1844 in the rolling hills above what was to become Palo Alto, she might have known its construction could weather the years…