Hot Summer History Nights
Join board members Veronica Martzahl and James Newland as they bring La Mesas fascinating history to life and share information on History Center services and activities.
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Join board members Veronica Martzahl and James Newland as they bring La Mesas fascinating history to life and share information on History Center services and activities. Second Thursdays from 7pm - 8pm. June 11, July 9 and August 13, 2026. At Bougies Cheese Shop in the Historic Levy House, 4679
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Not one of our best images but hopefully you can see enough to make a good guess on when and where this was taken...#WhereIsItWednesday #lamesavillage
Annual Meeting & Picnic 2026
Join us for food and fun as we wrap up our celebration of 50 years of the La Mesa History Center and commemorate 250 years of the United State of America! Our family friendly event will include a photo booth, games and crafts! RSVP RSVP so we can plan food
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What and where was this? Here is a big hint. We will be showing films they made at a July event. Tickets are on sale now. It will sell out so don't miss out. https://lamesahistory.com/event/silent-movie-night/ #WhereIsItWednesday #lamesavillage
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Memorial Day at La Mesa Grammar School Patio 1933 La Mesa has a long history of recognizing those that have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. This photo of the La Mesa Grammar School patio display dates from May 30, 1933. La Mesa's American Legion
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Silent Movie Night Returns! La Mesa’s Cinematic History Comes to Life Again Saturday July 18, 2026 Go to lamesahistory.com for Tickets & Information Tickets $25; LMHC Member Price $20 6:30pm – La Mesa Film History Presentation 7:00pm – Silent Films Presentation Trinity Presbyterian Church 3902 Kenwood Drive Spring
Spring 2026 Newsletter
Looking Back and Moving Forward - Veronica Martzahl looks back at the tremendous progress the La Mesa History Center has accomplished in the past four years through the dedication and efforts of its committed Board and enthusiastic membership.
Silent Movie Night
Experience La Mesa’s pioneering motion picture roots with San Diego organist Russ Peck accompanying historic silent films on the San Diego Theater Organ Society’s historic Wurlitzer 4/24 Theater Pipe Organ.
Winter 2026 Newsletter
From stamped sidewalks to sold-out home tours, the La Mesa History Center is hitting the ground running in 2026!
Start The New Year With Walk To Top Of Mt. Helix!
"Go ahead and indulge all you want in the next two months, but then step out in healthy fashion Saturday, Jan 3, 2026! Join your friends and neighbors,10 am, at the San Miguel Fire Station on Vivera Dr. You will be led up the hill (less than one
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Thanks for a wonderful Holiday Party!
This event dates back to the earliest days of the organization and is a great opportunity for the membership to gather, share stories, fill up on tasty treats and build community. Thanks to everyone who attended!
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Giving Tuesday 2025
Help us finish our landscape renovation by donating to match the generous $7,500 gift from the Ripples 4 Ever Fund. Donate
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View our 50th Anniversary Online Exhibit
Visit La Mesa History Center's Omeka site to view our online collections and exhibits.
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Annual Holiday Party - December 14
Join us at the McKinney House for our annual Holiday Party.
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19th Annual Home Tour Photos
Thank you all for another successful La Mesa History Center Home Tour.
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Fall 2025 Newsletter
Another busy summer has flown by for the La Mesa History Center and what a tremendous summer it was. Around sixty of our members gathered for our Annual Meeting on June 29th to kick off our year-long 50th anniversary celebration! We launched our new exhibit highlighting our anniversary year! And
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History Roundtable Presentation previewing the 19th Annual Home Tour "Golden Gems of La Mesa"
The La Mesa History Center is proud to present our 19th Annual Home Tour, “Golden Gems of La Mesa,” featuring classic homes in and around La Mesa’s “Downtown Village.”
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“Golden Gems of La Mesa” — 19th Annual Home Tour Information
The La Mesa History Center is proud to present our 19th Annual Home Tour, “Golden Gems of La Mesa,” featuring classic homes in and around La Mesa’s “Downtown Village.”
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Summer 2025 Newsletter
As sesquicentennial celebrations begin to ramp up to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the La Mesa History Center is also excited to be ramping up our own celebrations for the group’s 50th anniversary. Events will officially kick off at our annual meeting and picnic on
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Winter 2025 Newsletter
Here are some important items you won’t want to miss in the newsletter: * President’s Address * History Roundtable * Site Renovation Update * 18th Annual Home Tour Recap Download LMHC Newsletter — Winter 202550_1-Winter-2025-LMHC-Newsletter.pdf12 MBdownload-circle
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18th Annual Home Tour Information
The La Mesa History Center is proud to present 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
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“Peaks of Preservation” MidCentury Modern Homes of Grossmont/Mt. Helix
La Mesa History Center's Roundtable series provides an encore video, presenting a fascinating exploration of Grossmont and Mt. Helix's mid-century architectural heritage. Renowned historian and author Jim Newland and Keith York of Modern San Diego will delve into the stories and architecture that shaped our community.