Quarterly Event:

Walking Tour 2024   Sunday, August 4th, 1pm   Join us as we explore Burlingame’s history hiding in plain sight!    We will depart from the Burlingame Train Station at 1 pm as we walk to show historic spots right in (and near) the downtown area that you might have overlooked before!  Where was the creek that flooded the train station every year?  Where was the first city hall and first movie house?  Our tour will be approximately one hour and will cover about one mile on flat ground.  Limited shade; bring a hat and water. 

Quarterly Event:2025-06-23T17:17:19-07:00

Then and Now

 Come join the Burlingame Historical Society to view our latest pairings of vintage Burlingame scenes (including some newly acquired photos) and their current counterparts.   Sunday, February 25th at 2pm in the Lane Room, Burlingame Public Library, 480 Primrose Road.      

Then and Now2025-06-18T15:33:44-07:00

WHIFLER on WHIFLER

6:30 pm in the Lane Room of the Burlingame Public Library, Thurs. Oct. 19, 2023 Burlingame’s little-known mid-century modern master architect William A. Whifler’s works revealed in image, video, and stories by his writer/director son, Graeme Whifler. Mark your calendars for Thursday, October 19th when we will be treated to a visual and narrative overview of the significant works of mid-century architect and Burlingame High graduate,  William A. Whifler. In 1967, Whifler co-founded the Department of Architecture at the College of San Mateo. Burlingame City Hall and the Burlingame residence located at 1544 Drake Ave. that has recently been listed in the National Register of Historic Places, are just two of Whifler’s notable works in the area. Check out this link:  https://williamwhifler.com/ Whifler’s son Graeme Whifler, a noted LA-based screenwriter and director (known for his rock videos and horror films), will present the story of the architect’s life and  legacy and growing up in the Whifler  household. Don’t miss it!  

WHIFLER on WHIFLER2025-05-20T08:48:40-07:00

A Bit of England in Burlingame

Join us on Sunday, August 6th at 1 pm when we will walk and learn about the quaint Burlingame neighborhood known as Willborough. This event is in conjunction with the SMCHA Victorian Days Walking Tours. Meet at 1 pm at Palm Drive and Willborough Road. Tour lasts approx. 1 hour. Wear comfortable shoes, and bring a hat and water.

A Bit of England in Burlingame2025-05-20T08:48:40-07:00

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE HISTORIC GABRIEL MOULIN PHOTOS OF BURLINGAME AND HILLSBOROUGH

  WHERE: Burlingame Public Library, Lane Room 480 Primrose Rd., Burlingame, CA 94010 WHEN: Tuesday, May 30, 6:30pm Free, donations accepted MORE INFO: Carl Martin, carl@thestudioshop.com, 650-703-8395 This is a rare opportunity to see early 1900s photographs of Hillsborough and Burlingame by renowned photographer Gabriel Moulin. Over 50 unpublished photos of North Burlingame circa 1913 and architect George Howard’s Hillsborough home and adjacent “Versailles” gardens circa 1930s will be shown on Tuesday, May 30 when the Burlingame Historical Society will present a program titled “Moulin Sells Burlingame.” These photos were commissioned by Ansel M. Easton and George Howard as part of the sales campaign to subdivide and sell these estates.  Leading the presentation and discussion will be Joanne Garrison, author of the book, Burlingame: Centennial 1908 - 2008. Gabriel Moulin was a prominent Bay Area photographer in the early 20th Century.  Known for his photos of post-earthquake San Francisco and the building of the Golden Gate and Bay bridges, he also was frequently called upon to document the homes and parties of San Francisco’s powerful elite, especially after he was named the official photographer of the Bohemian Club. The North Burlingame photos, taken to help Easton sell his property, show [...]

RARE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE HISTORIC GABRIEL MOULIN PHOTOS OF BURLINGAME AND HILLSBOROUGH2025-08-18T10:58:29-07:00

Caltrans Public Meeting and Tree Workshop

February 9, 2023 6pm - 8:30 at the Burlingame Community Center "Sequoia Room" 850 Burlingame Avenue, Burlingame-- "Design is Underway, Caltrans Needs your Input"...www.ElCaminoRealProject.com for event details

Caltrans Public Meeting and Tree Workshop2025-05-20T08:48:41-07:00

 “How the News is Made” with Jon Mays, editor-in-chief of the San Mateo Daily Journal

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2023 from 1- 2:30pm  Burlingame Community Center, Maple Room 850 Burlingame Avenue, Burlingame Admission is free. “How the News is Made” will be presented by Jon Mays, editor-in-chief of the San Mateo Daily Journal for over 20 years. During that same two decades, we have all seen the delivery of our news totally upended by social media and digital formats, with Jon having a front row seat.  Hear him relate the challenge of making and delivering the news in the 21st century.  Our local newspapers are in the business of recording and preserving local history each and every day.  Come to this exciting presentation to hear how it’s done!  We will meet in MAPLE ROOM of Burlingame’s new Community Center (second floor; handicapped accessible; elevator from garage)  We will wrap up by 2:30 — well in time for the Super Bowl kick off at 3:30 p.m. For more information contact Carl Martin, Burlingame Historical Society board member, at carl@thestudioshop.com or 650-703-8395

 “How the News is Made” with Jon Mays, editor-in-chief of the San Mateo Daily Journal2025-05-20T08:48:41-07:00

Panthers to Pacemakers

This is a recorded moderated panel discussion featuring BHS alumni representing different years from the past discussing highlights of their tenure there. This is part of the Burlingame High Centennial Celebration. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJho57fWaOI

Panthers to Pacemakers2025-05-20T08:48:42-07:00
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