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Jensen Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum

Jensen Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum

The Jensen Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum is a historic site located in San Jose, California. It is operated by the San Jose Historical Museum Association and is open to the public for tours, educational programs, and special events.

 

The ranch was originally owned by Peter Jensen and Jose Alvarado, two Danish immigrants who settled in the area in the 1850s. The ranch was a working farm and ranch, producing hay, grain, and livestock. It was also home to a number of other businesses, including a blacksmith shop and a creamery.

 

Visitors to the Jensen Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum can learn about the history of the ranch and the lives of its owners and workers, as well as see a variety of historic buildings and artifacts. The ranch also offers a number of educational programs and activities for children and adults, including history camps, school tours, and hands-on activities.

 

The Jensen Alvarado Historic Ranch and Museum is located at the corner of Senter Road and Phelan Avenue, near the San Jose International Airport. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979 and is an important part of the local history of San Jose and the surrounding area.

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