Historical Sites in Hayward

The Garin Barn Visitor Center is located in Garin/Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks.  It has interpretive programs and displays artifacts from the ranching and farming history of the Hayward area. There is a blacksmith shop, a tool shop and several ranching-related displays. Outside the barn is a collection of antique farm machinery.  There are restrooms near the Garin Barn and drinking fountains in the picnic area.

The McConaghy House is a Stick-Eastlake style farmhouse designed and constructed by Mayor John Haar, Sr. in 1886 during the Victorian period.  The Hayward Area Historical Society restored the home in 1976 to establish the museum. They offer docent tours by appointment.