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4worldlovers: The Pacific Heritage Museum occupies the space in the US Subtreasury Building that was itself built on the site of the US Branch Mint. Built in the 1800s, the building is recognized as a historical landmark by both the state of California and the city of San Francisco. The museum was founded by the Bank of Canton of California, which is now the Chinese American financial institution of East West Bank. In 1984 the building was restored in order to house the Pacific Heritage Museum.

The purpose of the Pacific Heritage Museum is to document the history of the Branch Mint and the Subtreasury building within the broader scope of the people of the geographic area known as the Pacific Rim. The museum celebrates the heritage and achievements of the people living along the Pacific Rim, which includes four continents across four hemispheres. The museum has a series of rotating exhibits planned in coordination with other museums across the US and the world, with the goal of educating and enlightening visitors. Past exhibitions have included, "The Art of Tea: China & Beyond" and "With Best Wishes: Symbolism and Hidden Meanings in Chinese Art." The Bay Area is home to many Asian communities that have lived and prospered in the United States. It is the museum’s goal to honor that cultural legacy and educate the public on its origins.

4worldlovers: This colonial revival style house at 519 Grand Avenue was originally at the northwest corner of Grand and Spruce Avenues. It was built in 1905 by Doctor Harry Garritson Plymire. While he saw patients in the Martin Brick Block (corners of Grand and Maple Avenues) this proud building served as his private residence as well as his offices. In 1913, Dr. Plymire converted this house to “South San Francisco General Hospital” - the first hospital between San Francisco and San Mateo.

The practice lasted until 1915 when Dr. Plymire succumbed to pneumonia at the young age of 38. His practice and house were sold to Dr. Frank Dolley who, in 1917, had the house moved to its current location so the new “South San Francisco General Hospital” could be built in its place. This new hospital was completed in 1918 and the home at 519 Grand Avenue eventually became The Industrial Club for Businesses and Professional Men. After that, it operated as a boarding house through the next two decades. It became a private residence in the late 1930s.

Ernst Schwarz bought the house in 1958. Ernst was a prolific amateur painter and the house was filled with his artwork. After his death in 1984, his wife, Margarete, wished to preserve the house as well as Ernst's paintings. When she died in 1994 the property was bequeathed to the Historical Society of South San Francisco. The house was designated a historical home and transformed into a museum.

Throughout the years, The Plymire-Schwarz House steering committee and volunteers worked diligently to restore and furnish the home with period-appropriate antiques. One item of particular pride is an authentic, fully restored 1910 Cribben-Sexton Company stove in the kitchen. Showcased in the dining room is a 1911 Victrola.

A complete collection of the South San Francisco local newspaper “The Enterprise Journal” is housed in the upstairs library. There is a rotating exhibit of Ernst's art throughout the house in an upstairs gallery as well as displayed throughout the home.

A lovely, sheltered garden is maintained by volunteers and featured along its pathways are commemorative stepping stones, which were sponsored by Historical Society members and Plymire-Schwarz House supporters.

A traditional Victorian Tea, hosted by volunteers, is held annually. This popular event has become the major fundraiser for the home and is always booked to capacity.

The House is also opened to schools, businesses, and the general public as an example of an early 20th century home.

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>>>>> After being closed for 27 months, the Millbrae Historical Society Museums will be reopening to the public on Saturday, June 25th for the young and old to learn, explore, and enjoy the great history of Millbrae! There will be a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the Millbrae History Museum (420 Poplar Avenue) at 12:00 noon. Free water, soda, and popcorn will be provided. Click here for our Grand Reopening Celebration flyer!

The Millbrae Historical Society was founded in 1970 by a group of dedicated residents concerned about the loss of our local historical buildings and resources. Spurred to action by the threatened demolition of the1907 Southern Pacific Depot, the group was galvanized by the razing of the historic Sixteen Mile House formerly located on El Camino Real at Center Street.

In 1985, the Society fulfilled its dream of creating a Millbrae History Museum by arranging for the relocation of the 1895 Spring Valley Water Company manager's house to the Millbrae Civic Center. The building was carefully restored and decorated with period furnishings and filled with historic artifacts. Later the Southern Paciifc Depot was converted to the Millbrae Train Museum. In 2018, the Society unveiled the Carriage House Museum, featuring a vintage 1936 American LaFrance fire engine, a refurbished carriage, and exhibits on the Mills Estate, the early days of the Millbrae Fire Department, cameras and photography, local sports heroes, and vintage Hollywood films.