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Museum Alliance of Fremont, Union City, and Newark

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Today's cities of Fremont, Union City, and Newark were once the historic towns of the Washington Township - Mission San Jose, Centerville/Hardscrabble, Newark, Alviso, Drawbridge, Alvarado, Vallejo's Mill, Niles, Warm Springs, Harrisburg, Washington Corners/Irvington, and Decoto. From almost everywhere you can see Mission Peak.

Nowhere else can you find remains of sabertooth cats and mammoths, ancient Ohlone village sites, a Spanish mission, an adobe from the Rancho era, a portion of the original Transcontinental Railroad with weekend excursions, the remains of one of the earliest and largest nurseries West of the Rockies, two historic homes from the 1800s, a rustic bunkhouse used by Chinese workers, a silent film museum, and so much more.

The Museum Alliance of Fremont, Union City & Newark (MAFUN) is a collaborative network of historical sites, museums, and organizations dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Southern Alameda County's Tri-City area.

Its primary purpose is to promote local history, culture, and nature by encouraging residents and visitors to explore the diverse historical landmarks scattered across the region.

The Alliance highlights several notable attractions and local treasures, including:

  • Historical Homes & Ranches: Places like the Historic Shinn House and The Patterson House, which showcase pioneer family histories.
  • Transportation & Railroad History: The Niles Canyon Railway, Niles Depot Historical Foundation, and the Pacific Bus Museum.
  • Local History & Research: The Washington Township Museum of Local History, which serves as a major hub for archiving the area's roots, and the Maurice Marks Center for State and Local History.
  • Culture & Film: The Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum and the Olive Hyde Art Center.
  • Science & Antiquity: The Children's Natural History Museum and Old Mission San Jose.

The Fremont Chamber supports the Museum Alliance by attending planning meetings for alliance member events.

Visit the Museum Alliance page.

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