Community archiving is a form of collaborative practice in which archivists, historians, and community members work together to document local and community histories and build unique archival collections. Community members […]
Be sure to turn out for the La Mesa Flag Day parade and give a wave to the volunteers and Board members representing the La Mesa History Center in this […]
Save the Date! Join the La Mesa History Center for a special 50th Anniversary Celebration Picnic. More details coming soon!
Join us at the La Mesa Farmers' Market to learn more about the upcoming Roundtable and 2025 Home Tour.
James Newland, historian and author, will preview seven of downtown La Mesa’s most notable landmark properties, and the architects, builders, institutions, and prominent La Mesans that made them home.
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.” Once […]
Join us at the McKinney House for our annual Holiday Party. One of the earliest traditions of our organization, the annual Holiday Party brings our community together for food, fun […]
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.
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 […]
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.