Richmond Museum of History

California played a pioneering role in the women’s suffrage movement, taking a significant step on October 10, 1911, well before the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920. Leontine Blum, a key figure in the Contra Costa women’s suffrage movement, hosted persuasive meetings at her Martinez mansion to convince male voters to extend voting rights to women. The suffrage cause succeeded in Contra Costa County in 1911 by a narrow margin of 21 votes.
As preparations for the subsequent election unfolded, the Richmond Daily Independent started publishing voter registration instructions on January 11, 1912, just three months after the pivotal vote. The active involvement of women in civic activities in Richmond was not isolated. Dating back to 1904, women in Richmond formed various organizations. Club Mendelssohn, initially focused on music, held its first meeting, while the Women’s Improvement Club, established in 1906, played a crucial role in fundraising for the city’s first library and later, a firehouse.
Richmond saw the rise of several women-led organizations, including the Rebekahs, Sweet Adelines, Richmond Hospital Auxiliary, and the League of Women Voters. A pamphlet from the California Equal Suffrage Association, featured in the third slide, outlines the reasons women sought the right to vote and provides valuable resources. The fourth slide showcases Women’s Improvement Club notes from January 9, 1911, expressing approval for a bill in the State Legislature proposing a constitutional amendment for women’s political rights, including the elective franchise, equal to those of male citizens.

(Throwback Thursday)

On January 4, 1912, a Mr. Bailey fervently championed the promotion of a revolutionary device known as the vacuum washer, evidenced by his purchase of four distinct advertisements in this edition of the Richmond Daily Independent. The demonstration was marketed to happen on that following Saturday at a Furniture Store that once stood where the Kaiser Parking Lot sits now.
The vacuum washer, a precursor to the modern washing machine, made its debut in the early 1900s and was equipped with a manual wringer. In an era before the advent of washing machines, laundering clothes was a time-consuming process that spanned hours, a stark contrast to the couple-hour visits to the laundromat today.
The final slide showcases a vacuum washer held at the Richmond Museum of History & Culture. This particular model, featuring a manual wringer, likely dates back sometime between the 1910s to 1930s, offering a glimpse into the bygone era when such innovations marked a significant leap forward in domestic chores. The spin dryer was not invented until the 1930s.

(Throwback Thursday)

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In preparation of Saturday's event, we share with you this short video on the history of the mural "Richmond - Industrial City" and our efforts in restoring and rehanging this mural for the enjoyment of the community.

You can still buy tickets for this Saturday!
You can purchase tickets today through eventbrite OR you can pay at the door on Saturday.

Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/richmond-industrial-city-restored-and-now-unveiled-tickets-722584779527?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwAR3uUxRtC_Cd5wUYwj8N3VtPkMzZsgq4WzpJTRL1EKjcxZou2LsHzrBsFGM

Intersted in supporting but cannot attend the event, no worries, you can also DONATE using the below link:
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All funds earned during this event will be earmarked for future mural upkeep and bringing other spectacular exhibits to view.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday!

Mural Fundraiser - Sept. 30, 2023 - Richmond Museum of History & Culture

Have you purchased a ticket yet!?

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Karen Buchanan Invites You to a Gala at the Richmond Museum! Join Karen Buchanan, Vice President of the Richmond Museum Association, at a Spectacular Fundraising Gala this Saturday! 🌟 Experience the formal unveiling of "Richmond Industrial City," the meticulously restored mural by Victor Arnautoff from 1941. 🎨 Save the date for this Saturday, September 30, 2023, from Noon to 2 pm, hosted at the Richmond Museum of History & Culture, 400 Nevin Avenue, Richmond. 🗓️ $45 admission benefits the Museum and includes delightful finger foods and refreshing beverages, with optional alcoholic drinks available for purchase. Please have your IDs ready, as age verification will be required at the entrance, and wristbands will be provided. 🥂🍽️ All proceeds from this gala will be dedicated to preserving the mural's legacy and ensuring its future maintenance, as well as curating captivating exhibits for all to enjoy. ✨ Secure your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/richmond-industrial-city-restored-and-now-unveiled-tickets-722584779527?aff=oddtdtcreator Or pay at the door. Don't miss this chance to socialize with friends while supporting the Richmond Museum!! Video contains samples from the Manhattan Transfer song, Tuxedo Junction!! Video by Realtor® Greg Brock! 📞🏡🌳 Contact Greg Brock: 📱 Cell: 510-693-8104 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: AgentBrock.sites.cbmoxi.com Gregory P. Brock, Realtor 02199259, is proudly affiliated with Coldwell Banker Realty, located at 1495 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705. Greg specializes in helping buyers and sellers in Pt. Richmond, Marina Bay, Berkeley Hills, Montclair, Oakland, and other East Bay areas. With 2 degrees from UCB and 25 years as an attorney, he's your trusted East Bay real estate expert. 📚⚖️ Don't miss Greg's other videos showcasing Richmond: ❤️ 7 Things I Love About Richmond - https://youtu.be/lwYYqwIA0Eo 💃 Fun Things to Do in Richmond, CA - Red Oak Victory Pancake Breakfast https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GxumcOYS2ek 📸 Fun Things to Do in Richmond, CA - Rich City Rides Bike Shop! https://youtube.com/shorts/VX3Dmx703Z 🎟️ #RichmondMuseumEvent, #MuralUnveiling, #CulturalCelebration

Calling all mural and history enthusiasts!

The Richmond Museum of History & Culture is inviting you to attend the formal unveiling of the fully-restored “Richmond Industrial City,” a mural painted by Victor Arnautoff in 1941.

✨ Tickets linked in our IG bio, FB, and EventBrite ✨

This event is taking place on Saturday, September 30, 2023, from 12pm - 2pm at the Richmond Museum of History & Culture at 400 Nevin Avenue in Richmond.
Small finger-foods and refreshments are included in the cost of admission. Alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase. IDs will be checked at the door and wristbands provided.

All funds earned during this event will be earmarked for future mural upkeep and bringing other spectacular exhibits to view.

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Dear Friends,

Please note, the Richmond Museum will be closed on Christmas and New Year's Day but open on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

Wishing you all a warm and festive holiday!

Giving Tuesday; a day when generous donors all over the country pitch in to support their favorite non-profit causes.

We'd like to ask you to support Red Oak Victory in this campaign.

We have a $10,000 pledge from a generous donor and all we have to do to get this money is to match it dollar-for-dollar. In other words, for every dollar you give, an extra dollar is added from the pledge amount.

So jump in now and support Red Oak Victory on Giving Tuesday!

Follow this link, or scan the QR code below, to donate: www.bit.ly/doubleourmoney

Giving Tuesday is tomorrow, November 29, when generous donors all over the country pitch in to support their favorite non-profit causes. We'd like to ask you to support Red Oak Victory in this campaign. We have a $10,000 pledge from a generous donor and all we have to do to get this money is to match it dollar-for-dollar. In other words, for every dollar you give, an extra dollar is added from the pledge amount. So jump in now and support Red Oak Victory on Giving Tuesday! Follow this link, or scan the QR code below, to donate: www.bit.ly/doubleourmoney

Happy Thanksgiving!

The Richmond Museum is closed today (11/24) and tomorrow (11/25)
The Museum will reopen Saturday, November 26.

Until then, we wish you all a warm and safe holiday.

We at the museum LOVE spooky season! 🖤✨ How about you?

This year, the museum partnered with .sf63 to research real Richmond-based ghost stories. Ooooo 👻

Help us make this Halloween an extra special one by purchasing or donating to this year’s Pt. Richmond Haunted History Hike.

A portion of these proceeds will be donated to the museum for collection care!! ✨

Fancy yourself an aspiring actor/actress?
If so, we have a fun little gig for you!

Two weeks from today the Richmond Museum of History will be co-hosting the 6th Annual Point Richmond Haunted History Hike alongside RMA board member, Karen Buchanan.

We need YOU to help bring these ghostly tales to life!

If interested in playing a character on our hike, please email Karen at the email address detailed at the bottom of the attached flyer. :)

Happy Friday, ya'll!!

The Museum staff today will be gearing up for tomorrow's film screening of "Greenway" (Greenway Film) a film directed by Jed Lee

You should stop by! It's free and there will be snacks 😏

-- SATURDAY, 10/8 --

Film screening is happening in the Seaver Gallery at 4:30pm and a Q&A session with the director, Jed Lee, right after the screening.

The Richmond Museum gallery exhibits will also be open before the screening, FREE in honor of this partnership. 😊

RSVP Today at tinyurl.com/greenwayrmh

It's officially spooky season, yay!

Richmond Museum Association board member, Karen Buchanan will be hosting her 6th Annual Point Richmond Haunted Halloween History Hike on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29 from 5 to 7 PM.

This year is special in that their tour features new characters, some of which were researched and scripted by museum staff. :)

This hike happens only once a year so don't delay and purchase your tickets today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/427006717587

Fleet Week Pancake Breakfast http://www.bit.ly/ROVFltWk22

Learn how the Ohlone ate!

The country’s first Ohlone restaurant opens this week in Berkeley Cafe Ohlone will serve its first meal — a sold-out, reservation-only lunch of curated Ohlone foods and seasonal teas — at its new home on the UC Berkeley campus.

Today's "What is it Wednesday" is from The Red Oak Victory Ship! You know the rules- no looking it up. You either know it or you guess it. Answer next week!

What is it Wednesday is back with a True Stumper! We had to seek help from Ray Duval of Butch's Antiques to figure it out.
Rules: No looking it up! Answers in the comments. Next week we will post the answer in the form of a video by special guest Ray Duval.

Stop by our booth to say Hello!

TONIGHT-- Join us for National Night Out! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors. It will be a great time!

We celebrated Desiree's prodigious efforts & Evelyn's incoming as new Executive Director at Anavivs Open Market last night.

Red Oak VIctory Engine Room A new video by one of our crew members takes you on a spectacular visual tour of the Red Oak Victory's engine room. Visit us on Sundays and you can go on a...

The answer to last weeks "What is it Wednesday" is:
Engine Order Telegraph:
This device is on the bridge of the ship and is used to communicate the desired engine function down to the officer in charge of the throttles in the engine room. The sailor on the bridge who operates this device is given a command by the Officer of the Deck such as "Half speed astern!". The sailor moves the large brass handles until the upper arrow points to the required position which, in this case, is pointing to the word HALF on the right or "astern" side of the telegraph. Moving the handles rings a bell in this device and also in a similar device in the engine room. The engine room then uses their engine order telegraph to acknowledge the order and, when they do, the lower arrow points to the ordered speed and direction and a bell rings on the bridge. The important thing to realize about this device is that it does nothing to the engines. It simply sends a request to the engine room where the officer on duty actually carries out the change to the engines.

Our Board Members Karen Buchanan & John Ziesenhenne narrate this Documentary. As listed in both the article & in the film credits, our Collections/Gallery Manager Victoria Stuhr made this possible with her work in the background- just as she does here everyday! We are so proud of our Museum reps!! Check it out

‘Macdonald Avenue’ doc shares history of Richmond’s major thoroughfare | Richmond Standard CommunityRichmond ‘Macdonald Avenue’ doc shares history of Richmond’s major thoroughfare May 16, 2022 0 1583 Facebook Twitter Pinterest WhatsApp Photo courtesy of Doug Harris, Macdonald Avenue documentary. By Kathy Chouteau A recently released, short documentary entitled “Macdonald Avenue”...