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City Attractions
de Saisset Museum The museum's permanent collection includes American, European, African, and Oriental art. The California History Collection displays artifacts of the pre-mission California Indians and relics from the original Mission Santa Clara. Located at Santa Clara University, Santa Clara 95053. (408) 554-4528.
Harris-Lass Historic Preserve Santa Clara's last farmstead includes a restored house, barn, summer kitchen, and tankhouse. Operated by the Historic Preservation Society. 1889 Market St., Santa Clara, 95050. (408) 249-7905.
Intel Museum An interactive museum which introduces visitors to the micro-miniature world of computer chips. Open Monday through Saturday. Intel Corporation, Robert Noyce Building, 2200 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, 95052. (408) 765-0503.
Mission Santa Clara de Asis The eighth of 21 missions built in California, founded in 1777 by the Spanish Franciscans. (California Historical Landmark No. 338) Located on the grounds of picturesque Santa Clara University, Santa Clara 95053. (408) 554-4023.
Paramount's Great America Northern California's only movie-themed park blends movie magic with theme park thrills. Open April through mid-October. Located at Great America Parkway and Old Glory, P.O. Box 1776, Santa Clara 95052. (408) 988-1776, 800-209-2275.
Santa Clara Historic Museum Housed in the Headen-Inman house, the museum features historic artifacts and photos related to the history of Santa Clara. 1509 Warburton Ave., Santa Clara, 95050. (408) 248-2789. Santa Clara Women's Club Adobe
One of the oldest adobes in California. Built about 1790, this structure was originally part of a row of houses for married Indian couples. (California Historical Landmark No. 249) 3260 The Alameda, 95050. (408) 246-8000.
South Bay Historical Railroad Society Founded in 1985 to preserve the heritage of American railroading, the Historical Railroad Society is located in the historic Santa Clara Depot. 1005 Railroad Ave., 95050. (408) 243-3969. Shrine of Our Lady of Peace
Dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, this 32- foot stainless steel sculpture is a reminder to visitors to work and pray daily for peace. Located at Our Lady of Peace Church, 2800 Mission College Blvd., 95054. (408) 988-4585.
Tech Museum of Innovation Hands-on, imaginative, high-tech exhibits showcase the past, present, and future of Silicon Valley. The museum is also home to a state-of-the-art IMAX Dome Theater. 201 South Market St., San Jose 95113. (408) 294-TECH.
Triton Museum of Art Rotating exhibits highlight the museum's permanent collection of 19th and 20th century American art. Also permanent is the Native American tribal col- lection and Triton's sculpture garden located on the seven-acre grounds. 1505 Warburton Ave., (across from city hall) 95050. (408) 247-3754.
Winchester Mystery House A beautiful, but bizarre 160-room Victorian mansion built by the Winchester heiress. (California Historical Landmark No. 868) 525 So. Winchester Blvd., San Jose 95128. (408) 247-2000.
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