San Jose Gambling with Ted Ramos at the Ainsley House

Step into the hidden side of San Jose's past with local historian Ted Ramos on September 18th- History Happy Hour at the Ainsley House. Friday, September 18 5:30 pm-7:30 pm SAN JOSE GAMBLING with Ted Ramos Before Silicon Valley, San Jose was known for another kind of high-stakes industry. Join local historian Ted Ramos as he explores the fascinating world of gambling in early 20th-century San Jose. Drawing from his book San Jose Gambling, Ted will uncover the stories of the gaming dens, card houses, and colorful characters that made gambling a prominent part of the city's social and economic life. Discover how these establishments operated, who frequented them, and how gambling helped shape San Jose's development during a period of rapid growth and change. $25/person campbellmuseums.com Event Timeline 5:30 PM – Doors Open Guests arrive and check in. 5:30–6:00 PM – Appetizers & Wine Enjoy light refreshments and mingle with fellow guests. 6:00–7:00 PM – Featured Presentation 7:00–7:30 PM – Social Mingling & Cleanup Stay for conversation, networking, and a final chance to connect before the evening concludes.