Rolando Street Fair
Rolando Blvd between El Cajon Blvd and Solita AveStop by the La Mesa History Center's table at one of San Diego’s only neighborhood street fairs. The village of Rolando welcomes all to celebrate the diversity that exists in San Diego communities. This event is organized by the community that hosts it and exits to showcase local talent of all forms, from crafts, to... Read More
18th Annual Home Tour: “Peaks of Preservation”
The La Mesa History Center proudly presents our 18th Annual Home Tour, “Peaks of Preservation,” featuring awe-inspiring homes in Grossmont/Mt Helix with breathtaking views, period decor, inspiring architecture, artistic gems, and beautiful landscapes. Don’t miss the stunning designs of these fantastic Greater La Mesa area homes!More DetailsNO printed tickets will be issued; please bring a... Read More
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