History Roundtable Presentation
9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA 91942Join us for a fascinating exploration of Grossmont and Mt. Helix's mid-century architectural heritage supporting the La Mesa History Center's "Peaks of Preservation" Home Tour. Renowned historian and author Jim Newland and Keith York of Modern San Diego will delve into the stories and architecture that shaped our community. Discover the unique characteristics of this... Read More
Meet Me at the McKinney House – Second Saturday event
Stop by the McKinney House on Saturday July 13th between 1:00 and 4:00pm for our Second Saturday event, highlighting our brand new exhibit featuring the life of Thelma Dixie Kuche, the "Gourd Lady" of La Mesa. We'll have artifacts of Thelma's for you to see and enjoy that aren't normally on display. We hope to... Read More
La Mesa History Center Annual Meeting
Details still under development - time not finalized.
Meet Me at the McKinney House – Second Saturday event
Stop by the McKinney House on Saturday May 11th between 1:00 and 3:45pm for the La Mesa History Center's "Get out and Play" event, highlighting the history of outdoor recreation in La Mesa. This kid-friendly event will include outdoor games and toys in the yard.
La Mesa Farmers’ Market
Say "hi" at the La Mesa History Center table featured at the La Mesa Farmers' Market.
Rolando Street Fair
Stop by the La Mesa History Center table at this annual neighborhood street fair event.
Meet Me at the McKinney House “Growing History” event
Stop by the McKinney House yard for a look a the agricultural history of of the area and pick up a free seed starter kit.
2023 Holiday Open House
Enjoy holiday refreshments, fun and crafts and a new exhibit!At the MCKINNEY HOUSE MUSEUM located at 8369 University Avenue (at Pine) in La Mesa Village.On Sunday December 10, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm.Raffle prize drawing at 3:15 pm. Tickets will be available at the event for $10 each.Free and Everyone Welcome
Holiday in the Village
La Mesa History Center partner, the La Mesa Village Association, will host the La Mesa Holiday in the Village event, which will be held on December 2nd from 12 - 9pm and it will be located in the heart of downtown La Mesa on La Mesa Blvd. between 4th St. - Spring St. This is a free... Read More
17th Annual Home Tour
The La Mesa History Center is proud to present our 17th Annual Home Tour, “Preservation Heroes.” Featuring homes surrounding La Mesa Village with their breathtaking views, period decor, inspiring architecture, and beautiful landscapes. Don't miss the beautiful designs of these fantastic La Mesa homes!Comfortable shoes are recommended as there is a moderate amount of walkingPlatinum Sponsors