Walnut Creek Historical Society: Preserving Local Heritage
Explore Walnut Creek's past at the Shadelands Ranch Museum, a hub for local history and community engagement.
The Walnut Creek Historical Society, located in the Shadelands Ranch Museum, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of Walnut Creek, California. Founded in 1967, the society engages the community through museum operation, school programs, and historical tours.
A brief summary to Walnut Creek Historical Society
- 2660 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, Ygnacio Valley, California, 94598, US
- +1925-935-7871
- Visit website
Local tips
- Check the Walnut Creek Historical Society's website for the latest information on events, exhibits, and tour schedules.
- Consider becoming a member to receive a quarterly newsletter, special event announcements, and discounts on museum items.
- Contact the society in advance if you are interested in researching specific topics, as some materials are stored off-site.
Getting There
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Walking
The Walnut Creek Historical Society is located at 2660 Ygnacio Valley Road. If you are nearby in the Shadelands Business Park, you can easily walk to the museum. Head east along Ygnacio Valley Road until you reach the Shadelands Ranch Museum on your right. There are sidewalks along Ygnacio Valley Road.
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Public Transport
The Walnut Creek Historical Society is accessible via public transportation. From the Walnut Creek BART station, take a County Connection bus route that services Ygnacio Valley Road. Several routes pass near the intersection of Ygnacio Valley Road and Cowing Lane, a short walk from the museum. A one-way fare on County Connection is typically around $2.50.
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Driving
If driving, take Highway 680 and exit onto Ygnacio Valley Road heading east. The Shadelands Ranch Museum will be on your right. Limited free parking is available on-site. If the lot is full, consider parking at the Walnut Creek Transit Village Garage at 120 Ygnacio Valley Rd, about a 10-minute walk away, where rates are around $8.75.
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