History Tours of the Rengstorff House Grounds

3070 N Shoreline Blvd,Mountain View CA 94043

01 August, 2021

Description

Join us on a docent-led history tour of the Rengstorff House grounds and a touch of Victorian flair! While the Rengstorff House museum home is closed until October, Friends of "R" House is offering opportunities for guided tours. Tours will be led by a docent in period attire who will be highlighting the history of the oldest standing house in Mountian View, the garden, interpreting the windmill and tank house, and sharing our favorite Rengstorff family stories. Rengstoff House is the legacy of Henry Rengstorff, a poor German immigrant who settled in the South Bay during the Gold Rush era. Henry was an influential pioneer in the early development of the city. He became a philanthropist and one of the wealthiest men in Santa Clara County. Tours details Duration: 45 min to1 hr (depending on group engagement)Check-in: starts at the beginning of the scheduled event time. Meet docent by the circulat driveway.Attendee must consent to the public health measures below.Donations: While not required for participation, donations are appreciated and accepted through our website, friendsofrhouse.org.Things to bring: sunscreen/hat, water are recommended.For those wishing to peek into the period interiors of the home, we encourage you to visit our 3D exhibit and follow us on social media for updates on the museum re-opening and schedules.Cancellations: Please email us at [email protected] if you need to cancel so we may offer your spot to someone else. Public Health Measures: Our docent is vaccinated and will be masked during the tour. Please note that as per county guidelines, a list of attendees and their contact information will be shared with the city (the property owner and partner in this event) for purposes of COVID-19 contact tracing if necessary Additional opportunities nearby: Rengstorff House sits on a protected bird and wildlife sanctuary. If you’d like to make a day out of this event, there are plenty of nature watching opportunities, miles of trails, a golf course, a boathouse, and a restaurant offering al-fresco dining overlooking the lake—all nearby. Photography at Shoreline at Mountain View: Personal photography for non-commercial use is permitted. Commercial photography requires a permit. General Shoreline at Mountain View rules/regulations apply, including prohibiting the use of drones. Friends of “R” House, is a volunteer-run group partnering with the City of Mountain View (property owners) to help create awareness and share the history of the house. Donations: Money received helps support our outreach and educational projects and events. We look forward to seeing you! The Friends of “R” House is a 501(c)(3) public benefit non-profit based in Mountain View, California.  We are a cooperating association which works with the City of Mountain View for the continued benefit of the historic Rengstorff House.  The Rengstorff House is Mountain View's oldest remaining home and an intergral part of local bay area history.  Please visit friendsofrhouse.org for more.