Experience 1930s Burlingame through the eyes of this 1937 promotional film, along with popcorn and soda, at the historical society annual meeting, Sunday, Feb. 22. See life in 30s Burlingame, along with current imagery created by the Burlingame Historical Society. Original film is courtesy of the San Mateo County Historical Association. Admission is free. Watch the 30 second silent trailer...
Almost 25 years ago, Burlingame experienced the most brazen takeover bank robbery and murder in its history. Join us for a presentation by retired Burlingame Police Chief Jack Van Etten who oversaw his investigation team who identified and arrested the suspects which led to one of longest sentencing convictions in county history.
The Burlingame Historical Society will once again be participating in SMCHA’s Victorian Day walking tours circuit. Meet at the Burlingame Avenue Train Station at 1pm on August 3rd. We’ll be learning all about the early days of Burlingame’s Auto Row, likely the earliest, most successful on the SF Peninsula.
The Burlingame Historical Society welcomes: Bruce Cumming and Nick Veronico - authors of the new book Lost Gas Stations of San Mateo County Beginning in the teens and 1920s the SF Peninsula was inundated with automobile service stations, or gas stations, where smartly dressed attendants practically ran to one’s car to fill the tank, check oil and tire pressures and clean the windshield. The small city of Burlingame was no different… Book signing after presentation.
So you think you know Burlingame? Think Again. Come join the fun. Burlingame Trivia. Compete for prizes or just sit back, relax and learn more than you ever knew about Burlingame. Your hosts are Mark Lucchesi and Russ Cohen When: June 11th, 7 pm Where: Burlingame Woman's Club, 241 Park Road Cost: Free!
Wednesday, April 2, 6:30PM Burlingame Library, Lane Room Jason and Sean Mendelson will present their childhood memories of being the voices of various characters as well as their discovery and rerecording of the soundtrack of the Easter Beagle special. We will be sponsoring this special event on the evening of Wednesday, April 2 at 6:30 pm in the Lane Room. Admission is free. Many know that the Charlie Brown TV specials were produced right here in Burlingame by the Lee Mendelson Film Production company. Infact, many local children provided the voices for the comic stripcharacters. In honor of Snoopy’s 75th birthday this year--and justin time for Easter--the production company is releasing for the firsttime ever the complete Vince Guaraldi soundtrack for “It’s theEaster Beagle, Charlie Brown." When Lee Mendelson firstteamed up with Vince Guaraldi, the television networks resistedthe idea of jazz music for a children’s animation film. Now wecan’t imagine anything else accompanying Charlie Brown. Jasonand Sean Mendelson will present their childhood memories ofbeing the voices of various characters as well as their discoveryand rerecording of the soundtrack of the Easter Beagle special. The soundtrack will be available on vinyl, CD (and digital) on April2, or you can get your copy [...]
2025 Burlingame Historical Society’s Annual Election at 1:45 pm Sunday, February 23rd, 2025 in the Lane Room of the Burlingame Public Library The Board election will followed at 2pm by our Annual Presentation: “50 Years of Collecting”, where all are welcome!
December 6. 6pm-8pm. Come enjoy the downtown Holiday Tree Lighting and the downtown Holiday Open House along Burlingame Avenue. At the foot of the Avenue you'll find the museum inside the historic Burlingame Train Station. All new exhibits, many artifacts and photographs and stories never before shared with the public. Special gift for Burlingame Historical Society members opening night only. After our re-opening our regular museum hours will commence. Every first Sunday of the month 1-4pm, excluding July. We look forward to seeing you!
The Burlingame Parks Forever Foundation has agreed to spearhead the effort by soliciting funds for the cupola project. Many thanks to our members Laura Hesselgren, Carole Yashuda and Katie Terrones for help in promoting this effort, and identifying a painting contractor who will do justice to the iconic ornament. The Society has donated $1,500 to start the fundraising effort. We encourage anyone who would like to help bring back the sheen to the historic cupola to join us. Please direct donations to: Burlingame Parks Forever Foundation (EIN 46-1124191); 850 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame, CA 94010. Please specify:“Old City Hall Cupola Project”. Note: In the event excess funds are collected, these will be earmarked to beautify the cupola’s adjacent landscaping. https://donorbox.org/support-burlingame-parks-and-recreation-2 Cupola FlyerDownload
Featuring our Guest Speaker, Retired Burlingame Police Chief Jack van Etten Weds. October 30, 2024; 7-8 pm Lane Room Burlingame Pubic Library In 1986, the Burlingame Station Ticket Agent was murdered inside the historic station. Join the former Detective Sergeant as he revisits the shocking event.
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