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JAPANESE GARDENS

(5.0 Score)
22373 North 3rd Street,
Hayward, CA 94541 Directions

Since 1980

Specialty:

✓ Educational Programs ✓ Cafe ✓ Parking ✓ Hayward Area Recreation and Park District ✓ Pond ✓ Wedding Site Rental ✓ Outdoor Education Programs ✓ Summer Camps ✓ Garden Tours ✓ Gift Shop ✓ Virtual Tour ✓ Weekend Programs ✓ Nature Trails and Self-guided Exploration ✓ Community Outreach Programs ✓ Environmental Education Workshops

“Japanese Gardens offers a tranquil and picturesque setting for weddings. The garden is located right next to the Hayward Senior Center on North Third Street at Crescent in Hayward. The Japanese Garden wedding sites are available for rent during daylight hours for weddings. The paths around the garden are nice to walk around and escape the hustle and bustle while their pond is full of colorful fish. The number of attendees is limited to 50, and no alcohol, food, or beverages are permitted. Guest applications may be submitted up to 11 months in advance or up to 30 days in advance. In the event of a cancellation, the entire rental fee and all deposits will be refunded.”

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License #94-6000728

Contact:

(510) 881-6700

Mon-Sun: 8:30am - 4pm

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HAYWARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY

(5.0 Score)
22380 Foothill Boulevard, Second Floor,
Hayward, CA 94541 Directions

Since 1956

Specialty:

✓ Discovery Kits ✓ House ✓ School Tours ✓ Programs and Events ✓ Museum Exhibits ✓ Community Gallery ✓ In-class Presentations ✓ Teacher Resources ✓ Museum Collections ✓ Education Programs ✓ Meek Mansion ✓ Mcconaghy House ✓ Hands-on Learning Activities ✓ Traveling Exhibits and Outreach Programs ✓ Youth and Family Workshops ✓ Summer Camps and Seasonal Programs ✓ Volunteer and Internship Opportunities ✓ Research and Archive Access ✓ Heritage Preservation Projects

"Hayward Area Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the history of Hayward, California, and its surrounding communities. The museum connects people, experiences, and stories. The museum provides an understanding of their shared history as well as the challenges and opportunities of the future by collecting, preserving, and interpreting the East Bay community's diverse heritage. Hayward Area Historical Society operates the Meek Mansion and McConaghy House in partnership with the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District and the San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery in Alameda County. Free parking is available behind the building in the municipal parking lot. The parking lot is accessible from Russell Way.

2026 Update: Hayward Area Historical Society connects people with the rich history, stories, and cultural heritage of the Hayward area through exhibitions, educational programs, and preservation of historic sites."

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License #0335055

Price:

Membership Levels And Benefits
Individual Membership$50
Family Membership $80

Discount:

20% Off at Museum Store for Members View Coupon

Contact:

(510) 581-0223

Thu-Sat: 11am - 3pm
Sun-Wed: Closed

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C. E. SMITH MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY

(4.9 Score)
25800 Carlos Bee Boulevard, Meiklejohn Hall 4047 (fourth floor),
Hayward, CA 94542 Directions

Since 1975

Specialty:

✓ C.E. Smith Museum Of Anthropology ✓ California State University ✓ East Bay Offers Current Exhibits ✓ Collections ✓ Art Gallery Displays ✓ Special Events ✓ School Tours ✓ Virtual Tours To Engage Visitors With Rotating Cultural and Archaeological Exhibitions and Educational Programs ✓ Museum Research Access and Archives ✓ Internship and Volunteer Programs ✓ Public Lectures and Speaker Series ✓ Cultural Heritage Workshops ✓ Community Outreach and Collaborative Exhibitions

“C. E. Smith Museum of Anthropology was established as a teaching museum for the instruction of museum studies in an anthropological context, and the Museum provides hands-on opportunities for students to learn museology and to work with archaeology and ethnology materials. The Museum aims to demonstrate human diversity and the breadth of human achievement around the world through both traditional cultural forms and their contemporary expressions. The Museum is named after the late Dr. Clarence "Smitty" Smith, who founded the Museum and housed significant collections of archaeological and ethnographic items from Africa, Asia, and North America, as well as small collections from Central and South America.”

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License #1670070

Price:

Parking (Per Day) $10

Contact:

(510) 885-3000 (510) 885-3104

Mon-Fri: 11am - 5pm
Sat & Sun: Closed

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JAPANESE GARDENS REVIEWS

As most Japanese gardens, this one too is typical. Paved paths meander around the long rectangular garden. It boasts two ponds and a mock tea house and two gazebos. A very comfortable garden to sit and take in the tranquility of the moment. You could easily sown an hour here but a quick walk through should take about 15 minutes. Of course no pets, food and drinks allowed within garden.

Nestled in Hayward hills, this beautifully landscaped garden features traditional Japanese elements such as koi ponds, stone lanterns and winding paths surrounded by lush greenery. The garden is well maintained and the ambiance is very peaceful.

I can't believe it's free to walk through this beautiful place. I love how all the bushes and little trees are trimmed to look like bonsai. The peace there was so calming.

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HAYWARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS

In honor of Earth Day, we joined the Hayward Area Historical society for a storytime and craft celebrating bugs and nature during their toddler hour event. It was not busy this Friday morning so we parked in the parking lot. There is also a laser tag, pizza, and arcade business downstairs.

Local treasure! The exhibits are informative and varied. The Cannery Cafe has tasty treats and the kids zone is a great place to let the little ones tear around for an hour or so.

Good place to know about Haywards history. Small coffee shop here. Small gift shop. Free admission.

C. E. SMITH MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY REVIEWS

Anthropology Museum, with the student, built exhibits which have spanned multiple anthropological fields. These exhibits are tied closely to the regional intricacies and ethnic groups represented across the campus, and are a work of passion for the CSUEB students; with a great interest in respecting the many communities who contribute invaluable experience, skills, knowledge, and history to the museum.

Great student/faculty curated small museum. My baby girl has arrived, a real college student.

Small anthropology museum, with student built exhibits which have spanned multiple anthropological fields. These exhibits are tied closely to the regional intricacies and ethnic groups represented across the campus, and are a work of passion for the CSUEB students; with a great interest in respecting the many communities who contribute invaluable experience, skills, knowledge, and history to the museum.

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JAPANESE GARDENS Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Social Media: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

HAYWARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Social Media: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

C. E. SMITH MUSEUM OF ANTHROPOLOGY Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Business Images: 9
Contact Info: 9
Social Media: 9
Business Hours: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Video: 10