14th Annual Home Tour “Stone Age to Space Age”
"Stone Age to Space Age." This year we're featuring Modern, Rustic and Classic designs embodying rural suburban Grossmont/Mt. Helix. The La Mesa History Center is proud to associate with San Diego Home & Garden Lifestyle Magazine, Modern San Diego, Alpine Windowerks, and Tracey Stotz Broker to present our 14th Annual Home Tour. Don’t miss this... Read More
History Roundtable Lecture: Stone Age to Space Age
Grossmont Healthcare Auditorium 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United StatesRSVP Join us for our Roundtable Lecture: Stone Age to Space Age Come learn about the homes, the architects and the stories of the 2019 Home Tour as well as the rich architectural heritage of Grossmont/Mt Helix. Come hear, learn and participate in an unprecedented program featuring the developers, pioneers, and practitioners of Grossmont/Mt. Helix’s... Read More
The Impossible Railroad: A Centennial Celebration
Grossmont Healthcare Auditorium 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United StatesReena Deutsch, author of “The San Diego & Arizona Railway: The Impossible Railroad,” will present the history of this amazing engineering and construction marvel.
2019 Annual Meeting and Awards Celebration
Harry Griffin Park, Site 2 Eucalyptus Grove 9550 Milden Street, La Mesa, CA, United StatesPlease join us at one of La Mesa’s wonderful public parks to complete our annual meeting agenda and award Society and Community members for their efforts over the years.
Historic Preservation in La Mesa
La Mesa Masonic Lodge 4731 Date Street, La Mesa, CAJoin La Mesa History Center and the La Mesa Conversations in our co-presented event: Learn about the La Mesa Historic Preservation program and how to find out if your property applies.
Historic Preservation in La Mesa: Myths, Realities and Benefits
Grossmont Healthcare Auditorium 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United StatesHistory Roundtable Series Historic Preservation in La Mesa: Myths, Realities and Benefits Including the City’s Historic Property Survey Update Come learn how historic preservation benefits our community! Presenters: Jim Newland, LMHC President & historic resources professional Nikki Kreibich, historic property appraisal expert Select city landmark property homeowners
Around Mt. Helix: A Natural & Cultural Community Icon
Grossmont Healthcare Auditorium 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United StatesLa Mesa History Center’s History Roundtable series provides an encore presentation, as author James Newland's presentation will provide an overview of the history of the Mt. Helix area as well as the significance of the mountain top nature theatre and park to the region. Newland, a La Mesa resident, and a historian & manager with... Read More
2018 Christmas Open House
McKinney House 8369 University Ave, La Mesa, CA, United StatesThe La Mesa History Center invites you to get in the holiday spirit and enjoy a charming afternoon at the Historical McKinney House in La Mesa! Our annual Christmas Open House is an opportunity to see the McKinney House Museum decked out for the holidays! This event also features: Old Fashion Treats Old Fashion Refreshments... Read More
13th Annual Home Tour
Buy Tickets You won't want to miss out on our 13th Annual Home Tour! This year’s tour homes will showcase design, materials, and craftsmanship of notable local architects and their builders including works from James Bernard, Lawrence Weir, Homer Morehouse, and Ed Heacock. Two unique Mid-Century Modern Adobes, a beautifully restored 1915 Craftsman, as well... Read More
Roundtable Lecture: History & Architecture of Mt.Nebo/Eastridge
Grossmont Healthcare Auditorium 9001 Wakarusa St, La Mesa, CA, United StatesGrossmont Healthcare District Auditorium @ 10am FREE for LMHC Members, $5 suggested donation from non-members. RSVP Come learn about Mt. Nebo and Eastridge, La Mesa’s exclusive hillside and hilltop residential neighborhoods. LMHC President and historian Jim Newland will make a presentation on the History of Mt. Nebo and its exclusive suburban tracts including Lookout Park... Read More