Meek Estate

The Meek Estate is a historic mansion in unincorporated Cherryland, just north of Hayward. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Located on nearly 10 acres, the Victorian house was built in 1869 by William Meek. In 1964 the home was purchased for $270,000 by the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD). In 1965, the home was opened to the public and was used for weddings, tours, workshops, and even plays recreating local history.

The estate became a California Point of Historical Interest in 1972 and placed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks in 1973. However, the mansion was closed in 1982 due to wear and tear because of overuse. In 1991, HARD began to work with The Hayward Area Historical Society (HAHS) to upgrade and reopen the home.

The edifice itself currently resides on 9.75 acres of land, which functions as a park with picnic areas, paths, and benches among other things. An adjacent property, formerly part of the Meek estate, is being developed as a community garden.