Museum of American Heritage

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, classes, and special events. 

 Originally opened in 1990, MOAH relocated to the historic William’s House in downtown Palo Alto in 1997.  MOAH generated temporary and permanent exhibitions are mounted in the century-old home and restored garden. The Livermore Learning Center at MOAH is the venue for classes, lectures, and special events for learners of all ages.  

 

What We Do

Each year MOAH engages: 

• 20,000+ onsite visitors to our temporary and permanent exhibitions, lectures, and special events.
• 1,000+ youth who attend our classes and outreach activities. 
• 100+ volunteers who contribute 12,000+ hours of service to the museum each year 

Why We Matter

• MOAH’s exhibits, classes, and events nurture an interest in the history of science and technology for visitors of all ages.
• MOAH provides a valuable resource for Senior Citizen volunteer involvement and Lifelong Learning
• MOAH’s commitment to multigenerational learning connects young people with pioneers of Silicon Valley
• MOAH offers collectors in our community with a venue to share their unique private collections with the public