41st Annual Margaret Thompson Historical Essay Contest

2025 Theme:  "Rooted in Time - Journey Through Hidden Villa"

The Los Altos Historical Commission and the Los Altos History Museum are co-sponsoring the 41st annual Margaret Thompson Historical Essay Contest, open to third- through sixth-graders who live in the area and/or attend local schools.

Visit the Los Altos History Museum's current exhibit "Rooted in Time - Journey Through Hidden Villa." Explore the rich history of Hidden Villa, tracing its roots from its earliest inhabitants to its historic landmarks, and the people who brought it to life. A century later, Frank and Josephine Duveneck left a lasting legacy on this land. Their spirit and ambitious mission continue through the ongoing work of the Hidden Villa Trust.

Come to the Museum grounds any time before March 9, Thursday-Sunday, 12-4pm, to view this exhibit. For more information on this exhibit, please visit this website: losaltoshistory.org/exhibit/rooted-in-time/  

The deadline to submit essays is Tuesday, March 11. Please click the following links for important contest information: Essay Prompt, Essay Rubric, General Instructions, and Cover Sheet.

For more information, visit losaltoshistory.org.

Living Classroom Docent Training
9-Noon Mondays 12/16, 1/13, 1/27 & 2/3
Los Altos School District iLearn Studio
201 Covington Road, Los Altos CA 94024

Do you like to connect kids with nature? Living Classroom is seeking volunteers to teach our fun nature-based lessons and/or help care for our school gardens.  No experience necessary as we teach you everything you need to know.  Please join us from 9-Noon on Mondays 12/16, 1/13, 1/27 and 2/3 at the LASD iLearn Studio for our Winter Docent Training. If Mondays don't work for you, please ask us about our apprentice-style training option.  

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