Current Exhibits
Right now, we're temporarily closed due to coronavirus.
But keep an eye on this page to see what we'll have in store for you when we reopen!
Special Feature: Virtual Exhibit Tour
Water/Ways
through August 16
This exhibit from the Smithsonian's Museum on Main Street program, brought to Pleasanton through Exhibit Envoy, explores America's relationship with water and its fundamental role in our environmental, economic, cultural and spiritual lives. Because the museum is still closed to the public, we're providing another video tour for our audiences. We'll be publishing the Water/Ways tour in installments, so we've given the exhibit its own page here.
The Jean P. Jones Gallery
Our permanent exhibit Growing Pleasanton uses objects, images, and narrative to follow the history of this area and its peoples from the Ohlone tribes who first lived here to the suburban community of today's city. You can learn more about Growing Pleasanton here.
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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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2020 Upcoming Exhibits
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Water/Ways
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The Smithsonian’s Water/Ways exhibition dives into water – an essential component of life on our planet, environmentally, culturally, and historically. Water powers the environment’s engine, impacting climate and helping to shape and sculpt the landscape. Humans and animals rely on water for health, hydration, food supplies and hygiene.
But, water’s impact on humans is much more than just biological and environmental. Water is an important element in American culture. We are attracted to water as a source of peace and contemplation. Water carves out a place in our memories of where we live and we play. We cherish our connections to nature, particularly the sights, the sounds, and the sense of place we feel at the water’s edge.
Water also plays a practical role in American society. The availability of water had a significant impact on settlement and migration patterns. Access to water and control of water resources are a central part of political and economic planning. Human creativity and resourcefulness provide new ways of renewing and refreshing water resources and renewing respect for the natural environment.
Water/Ways reveals the central nature of water in our lives by exploring a number of important questions:
But, water’s impact on humans is much more than just biological and environmental. Water is an important element in American culture. We are attracted to water as a source of peace and contemplation. Water carves out a place in our memories of where we live and we play. We cherish our connections to nature, particularly the sights, the sounds, and the sense of place we feel at the water’s edge.
Water also plays a practical role in American society. The availability of water had a significant impact on settlement and migration patterns. Access to water and control of water resources are a central part of political and economic planning. Human creativity and resourcefulness provide new ways of renewing and refreshing water resources and renewing respect for the natural environment.
Water/Ways reveals the central nature of water in our lives by exploring a number of important questions:
- How do Americans use water? How is water represented in our society? In what ways do we use water as a symbol?
- How does water unite communities? How does conflict over water emerge and how do communities resolve it?
- How does water affect the way we live, work, worship, create and play?
- How do we care for water and sustain it for the future?
School Bells in Pleasanton
A History of Pleasanton Schools
August 18 - October 11
A look back on the development and growth of schools in Pleasanton throughout the years.
Phobias
October 12 - October 31
Explore the world of phobias in this annual exhibit.
The Pleasanton Ones
November 4, 2020 - Jan 3, 2021
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This exhibition showcases the work of local photographer Tao Guan as he explores the Pleasanton community through his camera lens.
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