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    Broads, Bootleggers and Bookies - Exhibition

    Presented by San Mateo County History Museum at San Mateo County History Museum

    February 17-December 31, 2011

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    Broads, Bootleggers and Bookies - Exhibition

    Ah, the good old days! The History Museum's newest exhibit Broads, Bootleggers and Bookies, explores a time when San Mateo was called "the most corrupt county in California." In the exhibit's speakeasy, discover how liquor was hidden during raids as you hear stories told by bootleggers.

    View a variety of stills used to make moonshine. Compare vintage slot machines on display to those being destroyed by police in rare...

    Ah, the good old days! The History Museum's newest exhibit Broads, Bootleggers and Bookies, explores a time when San Mateo was called "the most corrupt county in California." In the exhibit's speakeasy, discover how liquor was hidden during raids as you hear stories told by bootleggers.

    View a variety of stills used to make moonshine. Compare vintage slot machines on display to those being destroyed by police in rare film footage. Listen to a 1938 Tanforan horse race as you view historic racing photographs. Decide for yourself if San Mateo County earned its reputation for corruption.


    San Mateo County History Museum

    2200 Broadway Street
    Redwood City, CA 94063-1618

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    Tickets:

    $3-$5


    Times:

    Tues-Sun: 10am-4pm


     


    Phone: 650-299-0104

    Parking:

    Street parking is available. Parking is also validated for Jefferson Street Garage, Middlefield Road Lot, and Marshall Street Garage.


    Accessibility Info: Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.

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