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Programs and events

History hikes

Park Interpreter talks to hike participants.

Join an Almaden Quicksilver Park Interpreter for a 3–4-mile hike in the Almaden Hills to discover how our changing values have impacted the landscape, and a once bustling mining enterprise became a Santa Clara County Park. 

Check the Parks calendar for dates and registration information. 

First Friday group tours

Join a Park Interpreter on the first Friday of every month for a guided tour of the museum.  On the 1 hour tour, you'll explore how cinnabar was mined and processed into mercury and hear about the lives of the hardworking miners and their families. After the museum tour, you will have 30 minutes to look at the museum exhibits on your own and visit the gift shop.

Check the Parks calendar for dates and registration information. 

Seasonal events

Calligraphy during lunar new year celebration at Casa Grande.

Explore Casa Grande's Victorian Era with costumed docents, seasonal crafts, and activities for all ages. Usually offered in February, April, and December. 

Check the Parks calendar for dates.

Play Like a Miner

A park interpreter watches as a group of visitors pan for gems on a table-top exhibit.

Every July, visitors imagine a day in the life of a mercury miner and other 19th century residents of New Almaden at this fun family event featuring games, crafts, live music, demonstrations, and mining-era activities for all ages.

Check the Play Like a Miner event page for more information.