Check out September's artifact of the month! This mug from the Islander in Stockton embodies the tiki craze which swept the nation in the 1950s and 60s and is a lasting connection to the beloved restaurant designed by renowned architect Warren Wong. For more information about this artifact, visit https://sanjoaquinhistory.org/explore/collections/. Learn about the Islander's design and San Joaquin County's rich culture of creativity in "San Joaquin County: 175 Years of Growing Greatness," open now in the Helen Weber Kennedy Gallery. (fb)

We're feeling fine on this beautiful Friday and things are looking fresh here at the Museum thanks to the talents of San Joaquin County's maintenance workers and painters. We are thankful for the County's continued support and partnership as we work together to preserve, share, and celebrate 175 years of growing greatness! Looking for something to do this weekend? Come visit us! The Museum is open from 10:00am - 4:00pm with something for everyone in the family to see and enjoy. *As a reminder, the Museum Business Office will be closed Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. #sanjoaquinhistory #sanjoaquin175 #175yearsofgrowinggreatness (fb)