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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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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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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.
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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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19th Annual Home Tour Photos
Thank you all for another successful La Mesa History Center Home Tour.
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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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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.
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Preservation Heroes - The History, Art & Architecture of Mt. Nebo, Boulder Heights and Porter Hill
La Mesa History Center's Roundtable series provides an encore video, with author, historian and planner James Newland's presentation about our 17th Annual Home Tour, “Preservation Heroes.” Learn about the amazing homes, owners, builders, residents, neighborhoods, and artists associated with this tour! Topics covered: The history, art