History of the City of Santa Clara

The City of Santa Clara is the third most populous city (more than 107,000 residents) out of nine California Bay Area counties. The City is home to 4,500 companies, (employing 140,000 workers) including some of the world’s top technology firms. Its strategic central location is made up of 19.3 square miles of tree-lined neighborhoods, beautiful historic homes and thriving commercial and industrial centers. Major freeways, airports, railroads, expressways and a modern light rail system all lead the way to this business-friendly, family-oriented city.

Voted one of ten nation-wide All-American Cities in 2001, the once named “Mission City” was so chosen because it demonstrated successful resolution of community issues such as, low income housing, a safe park for children and teens, and open space restoration, through collaborated efforts of local business, government and non-profit organizations. The application read, “Santa Clara blends the best of a modern, urban metropolis with the comfortable charm of small town USA.” Throughout the community, citizens are drawn into active participation in community life, confirming that The City of Santa Clara is a great place to live, work and thrive.

Santa Clara Historic Museum
Displays and artifacts on the history of the area may be seen at this museum housed in the Headen-Inman house.
1509 Warburton Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Phone: 408-248-2789

South Bay Historical Railroad Society, Inc.
This museum is housed in the Santa Clara Railroad Depot.
1005 Railroad Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Phone: 408-243-3969
Email
Phone: (408) 243-3969

Intel Museum
Robert Noyce Building
2200 Mission College Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95052
Phone: 408-765-0503
Free admission and parking