Peralta House Tours!
The Antonio Peralta House Museum is open for tours! On the second Saturday
of every month, you can take guided tours of the historical exhibits,
which weave California history with the stories of today's Fruitvale
community.
The house was built in 1870, near the site of Antonio Peralta's earlier
residence, which is the oldest European structure in the East Bay! Indoor
and outdoor exhibits, including an immersive audio tour, tell the story of
the birthplace of Oakland, the Peralta family and the original Ohlone
inhabitants of the land.
The Peralta House exhibits explore the unique history of the Fruitvale
neighborhood, and rely on interviews with locals to tell Oakland history
from Spanish contact through today.
Through June, the special exhibit room features a multimedia exhibit about
the art and history of Oakland's Mien community, refugees from Laos.
Through films, photography, and the women's own words and art pieces,
"Embroidering Our Lives: Mien Women at Peralta Hacienda" is a testament to
the power of cultural exchange.
Tours start on the half hour between 2 and 4pm. Book ahead to ensure a
place! Admission, including a tour, is free. Donations are welcome.
About Friends of Peralta Hacienda Historical Park:
Peralta Hacienda Hisotircal park is a six-acre City of Oakland park
containing the 1870 Antonio Peralta House, outdoor historical exhibits,
community gardens, and recreational areas. Friends of Peralta hacienda
Park operates the site, offering tours, events, and programs. Peralta
Hacienda is on the National Park Service San Juan Bautista de Anza
National Trail and is a state and local landmark.
When:
Saturday March 13, 2010
2:00 PM -
4:00 PM
Pacific
Where:
Antonio Peralta House,
2465 34th Avenue,
Oakland, CA 94601
510-532-9142
Organizer:
Friends of Peralta Hacienda Historical Park
Cost:
Free.
Contact:
510-532-9142
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