Friendsofrhouse

04/04/2026

Enjoy the garden this spring and step inside for a historical tour through the restored parlors.

🗓MUSEUM HOURS
Tues & Weds, 1-4PM
Sat. 9AM-12PM

Pro Trip: Visit one of our neighboring in-park eateries, or BYO small picnic for a relaxing time in the garden or lawn in the park.

Note: The house gardens are guaranteed to be open to the public during museum hours, but will be closed during private rentals (dates are not published). To host larger gatherings, please visit the City of Mountain View's website. The link is also available by clicking "rentals" via our profile link: kiosk.friendsofrhouse.org.

We look forward to your visit!

24/12/2025

For the next museum hours, please see our profile link or visit kiosk.friendsofrhouse.org.

For a self-guided virtual history tour of the restored parlors, please visit the 3D tour by following the link.

17/12/2025

04/12/2025

Thanks to our wonderful crew of volunteers for ringing in the season at Rengstorff House!

​Enjoy a complimentary tour during normal visiting hours, or experience the museum in its most festive state this Saturday at:

Quaint Victorian Holiday

​Schedule & Exhibits:
🎶 1:15–2:15 PM: Victorian Carolers performing live.

⚙️ In the Formal Parlor: A gadget exhibit by highlighting the blurred lines between science, technology, and what seemed like magic in the era.

​🎟️ Tickets at the door:
Adults: $5 | Children: Free

For visiting hours and program details, see kiosk.friendsofrhouse.org or click the link in our bio.

​We are so excited to welcome you this season!

30/11/2025

Step into a world where technology felt like magic. ⚡️

The Wimshurst machine (like this replica) was invented in the early 1880s and was legitimate scientific equipment, but to the average person, creating lightning indoors looked like pure magic.

This blurred line is at the heart of a special pop-up exhibit, "Magic and Mysticism in the Victorian Era," featuring artifacts from .

Explore this exhibit at:

Quaint Victorian Holiday
📍Rengstorff House, Mountain View
🗓️ Saturday, December 6
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets: Available at the door (limited sales available online).
Adults: $5 | Children: Free Tickets: Available at the door (limited sales available online).

Visit kiosk.friendsofrhouse.org for more details on our full festive lineup also featuring Victorian Carolers.

16/11/2025

'Tis almost season! Join us at Rengstorff House for an upcoming event—see kiosk.friendsofrhouse.org for more details.

📆 Deck the Halls at Rengstorff House (Interiors Edition)
Sun, Nov 30 • 11:00 AM-3 PM

Kickstart the holidays at the museum home and take part in one of our favorite traditions—transforming the museum into a festive holiday home! Refreshments, a tour, and all decorating materials will be provided. Enjoy the experience with a friend!

📆 Quaint Victorian Holiday—feat. Lyric Theatre Victorian Carolers & MOAH
Sat, Dec 6 • 11:00 AM

Adults: $5 | Children:
Admission is included with sustaining memberships
Tickets are also available on event day at the door.

Catch the charm of the season with old-fashioned entertainment featuring Lyric Theatre of San Jose Victorian Carolers, hands-on keepsake crafting and history workshop, tours, a special exhibit on "Magic and Mysticism of the Victorian Era" featuring The Museum of American Heritage, and more!

📆 Holly & Juniper-based Swag Shop
Sat, Dec 6 • 11:00 AM-3 PM

Visit the large patio for a selection of fresh swag, history, books, ornaments, and other items. Proceeds help support the maintenance of our museum collection, special programming, decorating, and museum-related activities at the city-owned landmark.

We look forward to having you at the museum this season!

10/09/2025

🌦️🌈Don't let grey skies keep you cooped up this Sunday!

Join in on some nature exploration and learning with Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance. No binoculars? ✅Your guides have you covered!

Free 🎟️ and open to birders of all ages and skill levels. See details: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/850117824297

Rengstoff House is located at the Shoreline at Mountain View - Wildlife & Recreation Area, a stop along the Pacific Flyway.

Drop-ins are welcome!

02/09/2025

💡 Fun fact! The Rengstorff House's taxidermy collection was originally planned for a nature center at Shoreline. When those plans did not come to fruition, the specimens were displayed at the historic home, offering a glimpse into how Victorians used to bring nature indoors.

👉 Come see them at Birds of the Bay at Rengstorff House.

Sunday, September 14
11 a.m. to 2 p.m

Celebrate and learn about our birds with a taxidermy exhibit and guided birdwatching led by the Santa Clara Valley Bird Alliance, plus family-friendly activities, and tours of the museum home. BYO binoculars or borrow a pair from your guides.

🎟️ Admission is free, and donations are welcome. Check out the link in our bio for more details!

16/08/2025

📅 🔍 Mark your calendars for the return of "Birds of the Bay" to Rengstorff House on Sun. Sept 14th! Follow the lead of our friends at as we spy and learn about our feathered neighbors. Step into the museum for a guided home tour, join in on some crafting, and other family-friendly activities. All are welcome!

🎟️ FREE EVENT— See kiosk.friendsofrhouse.org for tix and more details. Stay tuned for more program announcements.

14/07/2025

For museum tour hours and upcoming event announcements, visit kiosk.friendsofrhouse.org. Follow our Eventbrite page (via the same link) to get email notifications of new special events as they are published.

If you can't visit in person, see the link for a 3D virtual history tour of the museum parlors (also compatible with VR headsets).

We look forward to your visit!

17/06/2025

👟Put on your walking shoes and catch the next walking history tour with Mountain View Historical Association.

Enjoy a walking tour on the first full day of summer! Join us Sunday June 22 at 2 pm at Centennial Plaza at 600 W. Evelyn Avenue.

Registration is required to secure your spot.

The standard tour will be approximately one mile and one hour long and will cover historic sites along Castro Street, ending near Eagle Park. .

Please register to attend. http://mvhistory.eventbrite.com/