May 13, 2025

For Immediate Release

Redwood City – Join the County of San Mateo and the San Mateo County History Museum this Thursday evening for a joint celebration of the county’s 169^th anniversary and 500 County Center, an award-winning sustainable office building of timber and glass that houses several departments.

The night includes live music and a re-enactment of the county’s early days at the museum followed by a musical procession to 500 County Center where the 208,000-square-foot building will be officially dedicated. Attendees can then enjoy a live DJ, kids crafts and watch a mini-documentary on the Herculean effort needed to make the building move from ideas and renderings to an innovative and welcoming space for staff and visitors.

What: “Celebrating Our Story”

When: May 15, 2025

            • 5 p.m.: Re-enactment at the History Museum

            • 5:30 p.m.: Ribbon cutting at 500 County Center

            • 6 p.m. Live music & reception

Parking: FREE in the San Mateo County Jury Parking Garage, 400 Middlefield Road, Redwood City.

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