Architecture
Arnold & Choates Addition – North Florence Heights Historic District Placed on the National Register
On May 3, 2024, the California State Historical Resources Commission (SHRC) voted unanimously to recommend the Arnold & Choates Addition—North Florence Heights historic district for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Since then, the Keeper of the National Register formally accepted the recommendation and on July 9, 2024, placed the district on the […]
Mission Hills Heritage Presents the 17th Annual Historic Home Tour: “Master Builders of Mission Hills”
Join Mission Hills Heritage (MHH) on Saturday, September 28, 2025, for our 17th Annual Historic Home Tour. This year’s theme is “Master Builders of Mission Hills,” and the home tour will feature up to six homes in various architectural styles built by early twentieth century Master Builders. Many of the homes you see today in […]
Professional Interior Designers Offer Affordable In-Home Design Consultations
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) San Diego Chapter is offering affordable in-home design advice during Summer Spruce Up. The program, which runs now through August 31, sends professional designers into the community to give consumers a taste of professional design services. “For $115, a consumer can consult for an hour with a professional […]
Harvest Moon Dinner Centers Around the Legacy of James Hubbell
Join the Ilan-Lael Foundation for a magical evening under the stars with the return of the Annual Harvest Moon Dinner from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, September 20. The Harvest Moon Dinner will be hosted at 930 Orchard Lane, Julian, California, 92036. This special event serves as a fundraiser for the Ilan-Lael Foundation, dedicated to […]
Donations Needed to Restore the Presidio Park Cobblestones
By Barry Hager Mission Hills Heritage is partnering with The San Diego Parks Foundation and San Diego’s Department of Parks & Recreation to restore the historic cobblestone curbs and swales of Presidio Park. But donations are needed to make the project a reality. Constructed in 1929, the historic cobblestone curbs and swales line the winding […]
It’s Time for A New Beginning
This past month I was given good news about the Historic Mission Hills Library at 925 West Washington Street. A representative of Councilman Whitburn’s office stated that according to the Library Department staff, the necessary abatement work has been completed. They are now awaiting the delivery of materials to finalize the remaining work. Their current […]
Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce Announces Construction of New Gateway Sign
The Old Town San Diego Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the commencement of construction for a new gateway sign, a landmark project designed to welcome visitors and celebrate the rich history of Old Town San Diego. This project represents a significant enhancement to the area’s cultural and historical landscape, aiming to attract more […]
4th Annual “World of Orchids” Returns to San Diego Botanic Garden
San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) has announced the return of its fourth annual spring showcase, World of Orchids, running Saturday, May 4 through Monday, May 27. The exhibition will be staged in the Garden’s state-of-the-art, 8,000 square foot, glass-enclosed facility, the Dickinson Family Education Conservatory. World of Orchids is curated by SDBG’s highly awarded Artist-in-Residence, René van Rems, […]
Nomination for Arnold and Choate’s Addition/North Florence Heights Historic District to be heard by State Commission
By Mission Hills Heritage Mission Hills Heritage has some exciting news to share about our nomination of the Arnold and Choate’s Addition/North Florence Heights Historic District (ACFH) for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. After two years of hard work and great expense researching and documenting this historic district and the more than […]
SOHO Receives Prestigious Governor’s Historic Preservation Award
The preservation group Save Our Heritage Organisation, SOHO, has received a prestigious 2023 Governor’s Historic Preservation Award. The awards, announced on December 29, recognize SOHO and five other organizations and projects for outstanding achievements in preserving and celebrating California’s richly diverse heritage. The Governor’s Historic Preservation Awards are California’s only state-sponsored awards program of its kind. […]
