3rd Saturday Event – What’s Cooking in the Kitchen
Our 2nd Saturday event for April is moved to the 3rd Saturday to not conflict with the Easter weekend. On April 15th, stop by the La Mesa History Center for a hands-on look at cooking and kitchen gadgets of the past.A family-friendly event, learn about the historic cooking techniques and tools that would have been... Read More
La Mesa History Center at the La Mesa Farmers’ Market
Stop by the La Mesa History Center table at the La Mesa Farmers' Market in La Mesa Village.
Rolando Street Fair
Stop by and say "hi!" at the La Mesa History Center table at the 25th Annual Rolando Street Fair. Visit their site at the button below.
Second Saturday Event – Celebration of the La Mesa Woman’s Club
Tying in with the International Day of the Woman, this event celebrates our acquisition of the La Mesa Woman's Club records. Check out the exhibit in McKinney House and join us for activities including a workshop on preserving your scrapbooks (1:30 pm) and a tea party (2:30). RSVP to info@lamesahistory.com for the tea party.
2nd Saturday Event!
The Past in Your Hands: Handicraft Traditions From Yesterday to Today
McKinney House
8369 University Ave, La Mesa, CA, United States
From rag rugs and crocheted potholders to quilts and handmade lace, discover the many ways the McKinney family made beautiful and useful items for their home. Try your hand at a historic craft to see how similar we are to families long ago! Learn how to recycle t-shirts to make a braided rug, or weave... Read More
2022 Holiday Open House
McKinney House 8369 University Ave, La Mesa, CA, United StatesANNUAL HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE Enjoy holiday refreshments and the new La Mesa Women's Club exhibit At the MCKINNEY HOUSE MUSEUM located at 8369 University Avenue (at Pine) in La Mesa Village. On December 11, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Raffle prize drawing at 3:15 pm. Tickets will be available at the event for $10 each.... Read More
16th Annual Home Tour “Fabulous Foothill-ers”
Tickets available on the day at the event, $30 members / $45 non-members The La Mesa History Center is proud to associate with the Grossmont High School and Museum to present our 16th Annual Home Tour, "Fabulous Foothill-ers." Featuring the century-old Grossmont High “Castle” and the rural, suburban neighborhoods of Brier Tract, Mt Helix and... Read More
History Roundtable Lecture Series: “Fabulous Foothill-ers”
Grossmont Healthcare Auditorium 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United StatesFeaturing the Brier Tract, Mt Helix & Grossmont Hills La Mesa History Center invites all to learn more about the architectural and artistic heritage of the century-old Grossmont High School and its surrounding neighborhoods Reserve a Ticket The La Mesa History Center provides historic context and insight into the centennial of Grossmont High and the... Read More
Meet Me at the McKinney House
McKinney House 8369 University Ave, La Mesa, CA, United States"Meet Me at the McKinney House" Special Event! Saturday May 14th 1pm to 4pm Join us for the third of our themed, family-friendly events this Saturday. The theme is "Growing Up in the McKinney House" and we have a lot of great activities for kids planned! See you there this Saturday! McKinney House 8369 University... Read More
Meet Me at the McKinney House
McKinney House 8369 University Ave, La Mesa, CA, United States"Meet Me at the McKinney House" Special Event! Saturday April 9th 1pm to 4pm Join LMHC for the second of our themed, family-friendly events on April 9, 2022, from 1pm to 4pm. Come for family friendly activities and crafts, explore the McKinney House, and learn more about your neighborhood! Come learn and trace the evolution... Read More