The Concord Museum is now open the first and third Sunday of each month (except holidays) from 1:00-4:00.
Entry is free - donations are gratefully accepted.

School Tours

Discover the Stories That Shaped Concord

Take learning beyond the classroom! Our school tours introduce students to Concord’s rich local history through historic places, important people, and stories from the past. Explore the Galindo Home and Concord Museum while discovering how the community has changed over time.

Tour #1: Galindo Home

Explore the home built in 1856, learn about the family who lived there, and play period games.

Focus on Family
  • Who were the family that last lived in the home?
  • How did their lives compare to yours?
  • What are the major features of the home?

Getting to the Galindo Home

Take public transportation to Concord BART station. The home is a two-block walk from the station.

Tour #2: Explore Concord's History

Students explore the historic Galindo Home and play period games while learning about the people who shaped Concord.

Focus on history
  • Who were the founding fathers of Concord?
  • Who came after them and what role did they play in Concord’s history?
  • How did the city of Concord get its name?

Tour #3: Concord Museum & Galindo Home

Explore the Concord Museum and tour the historic Galindo Home while learning about the Indigenous people of the Concord area.

Focus on the Chupcan indigenous tribe of Concord

  • What was the lifestyle of the Chupcan?
  • What role did the Chupcan play in naming features of Concord?
  • How did the Chupcan interact with the Spanish and Concord’s founding fathers?
  • Where are the Chupcan today?

Tour #4: Discover Concord's Government

Explore the Concord Museum and Galindo Home while learning how Concord’s local government and community developed.

Focus on City government

  • How was the city of Concord’s government formed?
  • Who was the first mayor?
  • What businesses were first established?
  • How did people celebrate?

Plan Your School Visit

Bring your students closer to the history of their community with an educational experience designed to encourage exploration, questions, and discovery.