Open House
June 20 at 11am
Step into an 1850s Saltbox museum where enthusiastic docents in period dress bring the story of pioneer dairyman James Johnston and California's westward expansion to life.
History Exhibition
History ExhibitionJames Johnston House
Half Moon Bay
Step back into 1850s California at this Gothic Revival saltbox house, where period-dressed docents spin tales of gold rush fortunes and pioneer life. The hilltop setting delivers sweeping Half Moon Bay views perfect for a picnic afterward.
Gothic Revival architecture
period-dressed docents
pioneer family history
free monthly tours
Tips
👗"the docents, all in period dress of the 1850s, are knowledgeable and enthusiastic story tellers"
🏛️"Fascinating history! Great free tour to learn about this unique pioneer house"
🧺bring a picnic for the hilltop views after your tour
Upcoming at James Johnston House
Saturday, Jun 20
James Johnston House
Half Moon Bay
History ExhibitionHistory ExhibitionStep back into 1850s California at this Gothic Revival saltbox house, where period-dressed docents spin tales of gold rush fortunes and pioneer life. The hilltop setting delivers sweeping Half Moon Bay views perfect for a picnic afterward.
Gothic Revival architecture
period-dressed docents
pioneer family history
free monthly tours
Tips
👗"the docents, all in period dress of the 1850s, are knowledgeable and enthusiastic story tellers"
🏛️"Fascinating history! Great free tour to learn about this unique pioneer house"
🧺bring a picnic for the hilltop views after your tour