Current Exhibits
Dolls
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An exhibit featuring a wide variety of dolls from the Museum’s collections. The show will include handmade dolls, mass-market toys, and collectible dolls from over a century of the Tri-Valley’s history. Especially prominent will be examples from the collection of over one hundred dolls from the estate of Jean Jones, who with her mother Wanda West collected dolls for several decades.
The show will include folk-costume dolls of cultures from around the world, dolls of celebrities and historical figures, baby dolls, paper dolls, puppets, doll clothing and furniture, and dolls from such famous designers as Norah Wellings and Madame Alexander. Visitors will not only be able to see these historic dolls but also learn about the modern history of dolls and doll collecting.
The show will include folk-costume dolls of cultures from around the world, dolls of celebrities and historical figures, baby dolls, paper dolls, puppets, doll clothing and furniture, and dolls from such famous designers as Norah Wellings and Madame Alexander. Visitors will not only be able to see these historic dolls but also learn about the modern history of dolls and doll collecting.
The History Gallery
In the History Gallery you can explore the changes that impacted the town and its surrounding neighbors. Through artifacts, images and treasures, discover the unique journey that has made the Tri-Valley a snapshot of the early days of California, and Pleasanton "The City of Planned Progress." The objective of this exhibit is to present the history of Pleasanton in a chronological order from Native Ohlone to the present day.
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Kid's Corner
Kids are welcome to drop in and explore the Kid's Corner! The Kid's Corner is an exhibit area designed for preschool through early elementary ages with dress up, craft activities, books, old time games, and more. Activities change periodically throughout the year, so drop by and see what's new!
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2019 Upcoming Exhibits
Super Parents: Caring for Children with Special Needs
April 2 - May 26
Deanne Fitzmaurice, a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer, shadowed 10 families living throughout California who provide care for their children with special needs every day and every night. We will add our own group of Super Parents and siblings to this exhibit.
Patient No More: People with Disabilities Securing Civil Rights
June 2- June 30
Discover a remarkable, overlooked moment in U.S. history when people with disabilities occupied a government building to demand their rights and won.
The Museum will close for the month of July while we reinstall our permanent exhibit.
Pleasanton at 125
August 2 -October 14
Since the town's incorporation in 1894, Pleasanton's municipal government has tackled all sorts of challenges, from dusty streets and stray livestock to securing a steady water supply to balancing rapid development with a high quality of life. As the city has grown and new needs have arisen, its residents have expanded and reshaped their government to meet those challenges. Look back with us on a century and a quarter of Pleasanton's experience of self-government.
Phobias
October 15-October 31
Explore the world of phobias in this spooky exhibit.
Pleasanton at 125
November 6 - January 5
See above.