The La Mesa History Center regularly posts on Instagram and Facebook, sharing highlights of La Mesa history, local events, and fun weekly trivia games like Where Is It Wednesday? Follow along for vintage photos, behind-the-scenes peeks at the McKinney House Museum, and updates on our preservation work. Don’t miss our YouTube channel, where you’ll discover engaging videos that explore La Mesa’s rich and colorful history. Follow along, Join the conversation, and get more involved with La Mesa History.
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THANK YOU ALL FOR ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL LA MESA HISTORY CENTER HOME TOUR
Once again a beautiful and memorable La Mesa Saturday as our sell out crowd soaked in seven wonderful and historic properties that represented the community's architectural heritage and community spirit. Thanks again to all our ticket holders, sponsors, dedicated volunteers, institutional partners, and especially our community-minded homeowners.
La Mesa History Center Board of Directors
FRIENDLY HOME TOUR REMINDERS & FAQs
Thanks again for our Home Tour 2025 Sell Out.
REMINDERS/FAQs
1. No Tickets have been mailed or emailed. Your purchased or Membership (Patron or higher) Tickets are under the purchaser or member's name at Tour Check-In/Shuttle Center. You pick them up on Saturday at the Check In/Shuttle Center site.
2. Tour Check In this year is located at the City of La Mesa Parking Lot at the NE corner of Date and Allison Avenues (use 4825 Date Ave for mapping apps).
3. The Tour is NOT ADA compliant. There are stairs, steep driveways, multi-level homes and uneven surfaces. Those with mobility challenges will have difficultly visiting some of the homes and grounds.
4. Restrooms are limited. Only at the Check In/Shuttle Center and half way through the Tour at Site #4 are restrooms available. There are NO restrooms available in the other Tour homes.
5. You do not have to start the Tour at a specific time. The first Tour Shuttles will leave Check-In/Shuttle Center at 9am. You may wish to start later to allow the early morning crowd to move through. We don't recommend starting much later than 12 noon so that you are aren't rushed through the Tour. Many choose to wait until 10 or 11 to arrive and join the Tour.
6. The Shuttle Buses run the route continuously from 9am to 3pm, moving Ticket holders through the Tour Route. When you finish a house you will queue up to get on the next available Shuttle Bus that takes you to the next House on the Tour. The shuttle arrive roughly every 10-15 minutes. This allows you to stay at each house as long as you would like (versus a fully guided tour)--just remember we close up at 3pm.
7. You may not drive your vehicle to the Tour Sites. The streets around these homes cannot accommodate the number of visitors or vehicles on the Tour.
8. Come Ready to Be Amazed at these Beautiful and Historic Homes and to Enjoy a Memorable Experience. We appreciate your Patience when queueing up for the Shuttles (we adjust the buses to help move folks through the Tour Route).
9. Don't Forget to Thank our generous Homeowners for opening their homes.
10. Have Great Time on the Tour
Where is it Wednesday? Do you recognize this building? Where is it and what was it? #WhereIsItWednesday #lamesaliving
THANK YOU! WE HAVE SOLD OUT OUR 19th LA MESA HISTORY CENTER HOME TOUR – “GOLDEN GEMS OF LA MESA” FOR SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8TH
We look forward to seeing all the Ticket Holders on Saturday.
Check-in and Home Tour Shuttle Center will be will be at the City of La Mesa’s Municipal Parking Lot at the northeast corner of Allison & Date Avenues.
A FEW FRIDAY NIGHT PREMIUM HOME TOUR TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE
La Mesa History Center is also offering a limited number of tickets for the Friday Night Pre-Tour and Reception — November 7th, 5:30-9:00PM
Get a chance to meet and thank the Homeowners and get a guided tour of the tour properties with historian Jim Newland.
Friday Night Premium ticket price $125 and includes Saturday’s tour.
For Friday Night Premium tickets go to lamesahistory.com
NOTE: If any tickets become available, they would be sold Day of the Tour at the Check-In. Keep an eye on our Facebook and Instagram pages and Website to see if any Saturday Tickets come available for purchase on Saturday.
50 Facts about the La Mesa History Center #43: Annual Home Tour
The Historic Home Tour is a beloved tradition that invites the public to explore the rich architectural and cultural heritage of the La Mesa area. Each year, the tour opens the doors to a curated selection of 5 or 6 historic homes, offering a rare glimpse into the craftsmanship, design, and character that define the region’s unique neighborhoods. From mid-century modern gems to early 20th-century classics, the homes featured on the tour showcase the diverse styles that have shaped La Mesa’s residential landscape.
The first tour was November 4, 2006 under the direction of then president Gordon Jones. The 19th Annual Tour is coming up soon! We hope to see you on Saturday, November 8th, starting at 9:00 am. Tickets are still available!
TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE! DISCOUNTED TICKET SALES END THURSDAY! Don’t Miss Your Chance to experience the La Mesa History Center’s19th Annual Home Tour Saturday November 8th from 9am to 3pm. This year the History Center presents “Golden Gems of La Mesa,” featuring classic homes, landscapes and artwork in and around La Mesa’s “Downtown Village.”
Once again ticket holders will experience seven of La Mesa’s most historic, beautiful, and preserved La Mesa gems including a 1910 landmark, recently confirmed as a design of world renown San Diego architect Irving J. Gill. Ticket holders will also experience the works of noted architects William Wheeler, Arthur Lindley, F. D. Harrington, and pioneering La Mesa and San Diego home builders including J. B. Davis, Henry Russell, David Marker, Riha Construction and the Dennstedt Company.
This year the History Center begins the celebration of our non-profit organization’s 50th anniversary with another edition of our popular home tour.
All Tickets holders will be transported to the homes via shuttle buses that run continuously through the tour route from 9am to 3pm.
This year our Home Tour Shuttle Center will be at the City of La Mesa’s Municipal Parking Lot at the northeast corner of Allison & Date Avenues.
Last Year’s Tour Sold Out!
For tickets go to lamesahistory.com
Pre-Event Ticket Prices: History Center Members $30 Non-Members $40
Patron & Benefactor Members Receive 2 Home Tour Tickets with annual membership
PRE-EVENT TICKET PRICES END THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6TH
DAY-OF TICKET PRICES: History Center Members $40 Non-Member $50
FRIDAY NIGHT PREMIUM HOME TOUR TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
La Mesa History Center is also offering a limited number of tickets for the Friday Night Pre-Tour and Reception — November 7th, 6:00-9:00PM
Get a chance to meet and thank the Homeowners and get a guided tour of the tour properties with historian Jim Newland.
Friday Night Premium ticket price $125 and includes ticket to Saturday’s tour.
Where is it Wednesday - Where is this gorgeous room? #WhereIsItWednesday
19th LA MESA HISTORY CENTER HOME TOUR – “GOLDEN GEMS OF LA MESA”
TICKETS ARE SELLING! Don’t Miss Your Chance to experience the La Mesa History Center’s 19th Annual Home Tour Saturday November 8th from 9am to 3pm.
Premium Tickets also available for the Friday Night Pre-Tour & Reception (see below).
This year the History Center presents “Golden Gems of La Mesa,” featuring classic homes, landscapes and artwork in and around La Mesa’s “Downtown Village.”
Once again ticket holders will experience seven of La Mesa’s most historic, beautiful, and preserved La Mesa gems including a 1910 landmark, recently confirmed as a design of world renown San Diego architect Irving J. Gill. Ticket holders will also experience the works of noted architects William Wheeler, Arthur Lindley, F. D. Harrington, and pioneering La Mesa and San Diego home builders including J. B. Davis, Henry Russell, David Marker, Riha Construction and the Dennstedt Company.
This year the History Center begins the celebration of our non-profit organization’s 50th anniversary with another edition of our popular home tour.
All Tickets holders will be transported to the homes via shuttle buses that run continuously through the tour route from 9am to 3pm.
This year our Home Tour Shuttle Center will be at the City of La Mesa’s Municipal Parking Lot at the northeast corner of Allison & Date Avenues (4825 Date Avenue for mapping apps)
Last Year’s Tour Sold Out!
Don't Miss it!
For tickets go to lamesahistory.com
Pre-Event Ticket Prices: History Center Members $30 Non-Members $40
Patron & Benefactor Members Receive 2 Home Tour Tickets with annual membership
PRE-EVENT TICKET PRICES END THURSDAY NOVEMBER 6TH
FRIDAY NIGHT PREMIUM HOME TOUR TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
La Mesa History Center is also offering a limited number of tickets for the Friday Night Pre-Tour and Reception — November 7th, 6:00-9:00PM
Get a chance to meet and thank the Homeowners and get a guided tour of the tour properties with historian Jim Newland.
Friday Night Premium ticket price $125 and includes ticket to Saturday’s tour.
Where is it Wednesday - Where is this? Roughly when do you think it was taken? What do you know about it? #WhereIsItWednesday #lamesa