President’s Address 2026
It is with profound respect and immense gratitude that I accept the distinguished role of President for California Pioneers of Santa Clara County. I am deeply honored by the trust and confidence the Board of Directors and….READ MORE
About Us
The California Pioneers of Santa Clara County was established in 1875. It is one of the oldest pioneer societies in California. After 150 years, our members and volunteers are proud to continue the tradition of promoting, preserving, and celebrating the history of Santa Clara County.
Our Mission
To promote, preserve and celebrate the history of Santa Clara County and the heritage of its past generations. We collect, archive, educate and encourage research and scholarship.
Our Projects
- Maintaining and conducting tours of the Paulson House Museum at History San Jose and the Roberto Adobe and Suñol House on Lincoln Ave.
- Preserving our artifacts, ephemera, photographs, film, art and furnishings.
- Protecting and caring for our historic Hacienda Cemetery (which is on the National Register of Historic Landmarks).
- Utilizing modern technology for educational outreach, including the Pioneers Film Archive, Historic Essay Contest and Mary Lou Lyon Research Library.
California Pioneers of Santa Clara County
2026-27 Board of Directors
Rachel Fischer
President
Bill Foley
First Vice-President/Film Archive Chair
Phil Johnson
Property Manage
Tor Johnson
Treasurer
Veronica Cox
Secretary/Hacienda Cemetery
Tudy Johnson
Membership & Librarian
Paul Bernal
Historian
Julisa Soto
Grant Writer/Roberto Adobe & Sunol House Garden
Mary Berger
Archive
Sylvia Hew
Adobe Docent Coordinator/Luncheon
Gayle Frank
Trailblazer Editor
Ken Machado
Legal Counsel
Tim Peddy
Immediate Past President