Summer 2025 LMHC Newsletter LMHC Newsletter Summer 2025 PDF Download PDF As sesquicentennial celebrations begin to ramp up to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the La Mesa […]
Summer 2025 LMHC Newsletter LMHC Newsletter Summer 2025 PDF Download PDF As sesquicentennial celebrations begin to ramp up to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the La Mesa […]
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The La Mesa History Center is proud to present our 18th Annual Home Tour, “Peaks of Preservation,” featuring awe-inspiring homes in Grossmont/Mt Helix with breathtaking views, period decor, inspiring architecture, […]
Where is it Wednesday? Can you identify this La Mesa Building and tell us its location and if it is still standing? #WhereIsItWednesday #lamesavillage
We are honored to announce we are the recipient of a matching gift from the Ripples 4 Ever Fund of up to $7500 to be used to finish the site interpretive signage. Every dollar donated helps us reach our goal of doubling this generous gift and allows us to better tell the stories of our area. Make a gift today! https://lamesahistory.com/product/donation/ #ripples4ever #SupportHistory #lamesavillage
50 Facts about the La Mesa History Center #27: Awards
On June 29th the La Mesa History Center held their annual business meeting and picnic. In addition to voting on the slate of Board members for 2025-2026, the meeting was an opportunity to recognize some of our community partners and volunteers.
LMHS Sponsor/Business of the Year - San Pasqual Winery - This award is presented to an active business, sponsor or institution within the Greater La Mesa area whose work and efforts clearly supports the La Mesa Historical Society in preserving and educating the community to its heritage. (Pictured here are Mike and Linda McWilliams with LMHC vice-president Jim Newland and president Veronica Martzahl). @sanpasqualwinery
La Mesa History Maker of the Year - La Mesa Woman's Club - This award is presented to an individual or family or a business or institution that is currently making a positive influence in the Greater La Mesa community in social, civic, business or educational activities. (Pictured here are representatives of the Woman's Club (Sandi Phoenix, Darcy Barghols, Pat Spear, and Margaret Mendez along with Jim and Veronica)
La Mesa Historical Preservationist of the Year - Todd Pitman and Carmen Pauli - This award is presented to an individual or property owner whose efforts are exemplary in the preservation of the historical properties within the Greater La Mesa area. (Todd and Carmen were unable to attend so pictured is Jim speaking to their contributions in this area).
Lifetime Achievement Award - Carol Lockwood - Normally we would award a volunteer of the year award, but this year that just did not seem sufficient to recognize the contributions of Carol Lockwood. From her work with the Quilters group through her work in the McKinney House and our docent program, a lifetime achievement award was the only fitting recognition for all she has done over the 50 years of the La Mesa Historical Society/History Center! (Carol pictured here)
Many thanks to Steven Churchill and John Loughlin for the photos!
