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Sesame Street Legend Honored for Changing the Lives of Millions

The Mercury News
May 10, 2017

Sonia Manzano is an award-winning writer, actress, children's author and Latina role model who's dedicated her life to improving the lives of children. She's this year's Legacy for Children Award recipient. Learn More

Creativity through the Arts, Early Childhood Development, Partnerships & Resource Development

Sesame Street Legend to Receive Legacy Award

April 12, 2017

Sesame Street Legend Sonia Manzano changed the lives of millions of children and parents as the character Maria for 44 years. She helped revolutionize children's programming and early childhood education and she's this year's Legacy Award honoree. Learn More

Creativity through the Arts, Early Childhood Development, Inclusion & Cultural Competence

Educating and Entertaining for 25 Years

The Mercury News
July 8, 2015

The purple museum takes a look back at how it all began 25 years ago with two passionate moms and one big idea. Learn More

General Museum

Looking Forward with a Nod to the Past 25 Years

The Mercury News
June 20, 2015

The museum's goal 25 years ago of acquainting kids to the world around them hasn't wavered. This guiding principle has helped the venerable institution remain vital to all children and families in the community. The playful purple museum celebrates 25 years with an eye toward the future that includes an outdoor expansion. Learn More

General Museum