The Museum of American Heritage (MOAH) is the Bay Area's only museum exclusively dedicated to the history of technological innovation before the Information Age.
Founded in 1985, MOAH took up residence in the historic Williams House in downtown Palo Alto in 1998.
MOAH is a family-friendly learning environment where visitors of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to explore scientific and technological history through our unique exhibits, special events, and programs.
In addition to our exhibits and programs, MOAH maintains a collection of over 8,000 technological, mechanical, electrical, and electronic artifacts.
Interested in viewing our entire collection? Browse our online collection here!
Hours of operation:
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
11am-4pm
Free admission
Donations appreciated!
Current Main Exhibit
Trains, Games, & Wheels on display through February 22, 2026.
Special Exhibitions
It All Adds Up: Adding Machines and Calculators on display in the surgery room.
Through the Lens of Time: Roll Film in Personal Photography on display in the medical lab.
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Members Only Holiday Party
Friday, December 5, 2025 @ 5 pm
Evening party at the museum + sneak peek of BayLUG Holiday LEGO® show. Become a Member to attend.
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BayLUG LEGO® Holiday Show
Saturdays and Sundays
December 6, 2025 - January 10, 2026
11 am-3 pm
Admission = $4
Museum members = free
Thank you to our Local Business Supporters!
Become a Local Business Supporter today and let MOAH promote your business!
See MOAH’s Local Business Supporter page for more details.
“Great place to go and spend an hour or so and wonder how life used to be 100 years ago and how it has progressed. Very nice garden in the front and back as well. The volunteers were very nice and helpful!”
— Sunil, Union City, CA