Saturday, November 7, 2026
ARTISTS & OFFICERSfeaturing Platinum Properties of Grossmont Colony & Mt. Helix
One remarkable day to experience La Mesa’s heritage of historic homes, architecture, décor, landscapes, and the stories behind them.
Saturday, November 7, 2026 Historic homes, remarkable interiors, and preserved landscapes.
About La Mesa History Center
We promote, collect and educate on and about the history of the Greater La Mesa area for the benefit of the community through the McKinney House Museum, Historical Archives and public programs.
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Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 9am to 3pm “ARTISTS & OFFICERS” featuring Platinum Properties of Grossmont Colony & Mt. Helix Once again ticket holders will experience some of Greater La Mesa’s most historic, beautiful, and preserved homes and properties including this 1936 landmark property. Information: * How to get to
Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 9am to 3pm “ARTISTS & OFFICERS” featuring Platinum Properties of Grossmont Colony & Mt. Helix Get Your Tickets Now for the La Mesa History Center’s 20th Annual Home Tour This year the History Center presents for our Platinum event: “Artists and Officers” featuring classic
Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 9am to 3pm “ARTISTS & OFFICERS” featuring Platinum Properties of Grossmont Colony & Mt. Helix Get Your Tickets Now for the La Mesa History Center’s 20th Annual Home Tour This year the History Center presents for our Platinum event: “Artists and Officers” featuring classic
Community
Some Tickets Still Available! Don't Miss the La Mesa History Center’s 20th Annual Home Tour tomorrow Saturday November 7th from 9am to 3pm. Discount Ticket prices end tonight. Day Of Tickets available at Tour Shuttle Center at Grossmont High. This year the History Center presents for our
One last plug for our Nov. 7 Historic Home Tour in the Grossmont/Mt. Helix area. You can still buy tickets at lamesahistory.com. This home is not on tour but is in the area and gives you a taste for our rich history. Where is this and who owned
Get Tickets Now for the La Mesa History Center’s 20th Annual Home Tour this Saturday November 7th from 9am to 3pm. This year the History Center presents our Platinum event: “Artists and Officers” featuring classic homes, landscapes and artisanship in the Grossmont Colony and Mt. Helix communities. Once again
Walking Tour
Our mobile app is the best companion for the 12-plaque walking tour: map-first, plaque-focused, and with location-aware guidance.
12 plaque stops
Use the app for the best route, plaque details, and walking directions.
Programs
Join board members James Newland and Veronica Martzahl as they illuminate the realities of historic preservation and share information on History Center services and activities.
Experience La Mesa’s pioneering motion picture roots with San Diego organist Russ Peck accompanying historic silent films on the San Diego Theater Organ Society’s historic Wurlitzer 4/24 Theater Pipe Organ.
Join board members Veronica Martzahl and James Newland as they bring La Mesas fascinating history to life and share information on History Center services and activities.
Outlook Avenue
Returning President Jim Newland takes up the reins again after 4 years of dedicated service from outgoing President, Veronica Martzahl — who has taken on the responsibility of Secretary. Preparations are well underway for the 20th Annual Home Tour.
Looking Back and Moving Forward - Veronica Martzahl looks back at the tremendous progress the La Mesa History Center has accomplished in the past four years through the dedication and efforts of its committed Board and enthusiastic membership.
From stamped sidewalks to sold-out home tours, the La Mesa History Center is hitting the ground running in 2026!