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Silent Movie Night
Experience La Mesa’s pioneering motion picture roots with organist Russ Peck on the San Diego Theater Organ Society’s Wurlitzer 4/24 Theater Pipe Organ.
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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.”
Summer 2025 Newsletter
Summer 2025 LMHC Newsletter LMHC Newsletter Summer 2025 PDF Download PDF LMHC Newsletter Summer 2025Download 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’
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 Read the Newsletter
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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
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"Fabulous Foothill-ers" Featuring the Brier Tract, Mt Helix & Grossmont
La Mesa History Center's Roundtable series provides an encore video, with author, historian, planner James Newland's presentation about the architectural and artistic heritage of the century-old Grossmont High School and its surrounding neighborhoods, featuring the work of legendary architects Cliff May, Henry Hayden Whiteley and Lloyd