Colma Historical Museum

Open Saturdays 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Free Entry. Please check with us before visiting – Email or call.

Our Mission

To collect, preserve and display documents and artifacts, and disseminate information relating to the history of the Town of Colma.

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Photo in memory of Michael Rocchetta

Memorial for Michael Rocchetta

We are sad to report the passing on Monday, August 10th of our dear friend and Vice-President of the CHA Board, Michael Rocchetta.

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“…knowledgeable staff people.”

Jacqueline S.

“Awesome collection of cemetery artifacts.”

Andrew V.

“…an amazing variety of antiques, documents and collections…”

Amanda V.

“We were able to learn about the history of Colma…and read about the famous people buried here.”

Lori K.

“…a treasure trove of local history.”

Melanie L.

Interesting Colma fact:

As of 2024, there are approximately 1.6 million bodies buried in Colma cemeteries while the “above ground” population of the Town of Colma is only 1,678.

Benefits of membership:

Supporting the goals of our Mission Statement; help to provide historical support to the Town of Colma and to the membership as a whole.