Upcoming Events
Saturday, April 18, 2026 ❖ 10:00 am
Meet at The Boyd Gate House, 1125 B St, San Rafael
Fee: $10.00
Join Marcie for a walking tour of B Street, from the top of B Street to the Flatiron Building. Hear stories from the mansion at the top of hill all the way to "other side of the tracks."
First Presbyterian Church, Fifth & E Streets, San Rafael, 7:00 pm
Boyd Gate House, 1125 B Street, San Rafael. 1:00 pm
$10
Join a docent-led tour of the entire Boyd Gate House, and learn the history of the house and the Cook and Boyd families, and hear all of the secrets!
Reserve your tickets or pay at the door
11 am to 2 pm
The Boyd Gate House
1125 B Street, San Rafael
FREE
Come join us for this inaugural event! Interactive booths from 15 Marin historical organizations, a Mexican food truck, a hands-on heritage craft area for families, and bilingual tours of the Rancho Roots exhibit throughout the day.
The Boyd Gate House
1125 B Street, San Rafael
FREE
Come join us for this inaugural event! Interactive booths from 15 Marin historical organizations, a Mexican food truck, a hands-on heritage craft area for families, and bilingual tours of the Rancho Roots exhibit throughout the day.
Boyd Gate House, 1125 B Street, San Rafael
12:00-1:00 pm
FREE
Join our curator for an informal talk about our newest exhibit, "Rancho Roots"! Learn more about the artifacts and information displayed.
Wed, May 27th, 2026
College of Marin, in the new Center for Student Success, Room 200 (across from Pink Owl Coffee)
6:30 - 7 Reception
7 - 8 PM Welcome by COM President Jonathan Eldridge and Presentation by Historian Barry Spitz
Join renowned Dipsea historian Barry Spitz for an engaging journey through the history of the legendary Dipsea Race. From its early years on Marin’s rugged trails to the traditions that define it today, this talk explores the colorful characters and enduring spirit of the Dipsea, with a special focus on the pioneering women whose participation helped transform the race.
Presented by the Marin History Museum and College of Marin
Space is limited. Please RSVP to ensure a spot in this highly anticipated event!
College of Marin, in the new Center for Student Success, Room 200 (across from Pink Owl Coffee)
6:30 - 7 Reception
7 - 8 PM Welcome by COM President Jonathan Eldridge and Presentation by Historian Barry Spitz
Join renowned Dipsea historian Barry Spitz for an engaging journey through the history of the legendary Dipsea Race. From its early years on Marin’s rugged trails to the traditions that define it today, this talk explores the colorful characters and enduring spirit of the Dipsea, with a special focus on the pioneering women whose participation helped transform the race.
Presented by the Marin History Museum and College of Marin
Space is limited. Please RSVP to ensure a spot in this highly anticipated event!
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