This is a growing list of links to a large body of web-based information
on the benefits and responsibilities on historic designation, what
other cities and neighborhoods are doing to preserve their character and
resources, and links to local historical societies and community
organizations, many of which conduct annual neighborhood historic home
tours.
Community Groups & Preservation SocietiesBlack Historical Society of San DiegoThe Black Historical
Society of San Diego is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. It was
founded in 1992 by Karen Huff-Willis.
"Our mission is to preserve, protect and interpret African American History in San Diego County."
"Our
goal is to provide a vehicle for preserving and promoting the
contributions of African Americans in San Diego County and nationally,
through research, genealogy, interpretive programs, special events and
cultural tourism."
The Clermont Hotel, at 501 Seventh Ave.,
received an historical designation in 2001 after the society refuted a
city-funded study that said the once blacks-only hotel claimed no
particular place in history.
740 Market Street
San Diego, CA. 92101
letter@blackhistoricalsociety.org (619) 232-1480 (Fax) 232-1482
http://www.blackhistoricalsociety.org/ Mission Hills Heritage“To preserve and protect the
character, charm and historic resources of Mission Hills, assuring that
development projects harmonize with the established community and
provide for community input into these projects.”
Mission Hills Heritage
325 West Washington Street, #221
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: 619.497.1193
Email:
info@missionhillsheritage.orghttp://www.missionhillsheritage.org/Historic
Districts: The Mission Hills Historic District (75 homes along the 1800
block of Sunset Blvd, Sheridan Ave. and Lyndon Road) and the Fort
Stockton Trolley Line Historic District (107 homes along parts of Fort
Stockton Drive, West Lewis and Pine Street)
University Heights Historical SocietyThe University
Heights Historical Society (UHHS) was established in 1997 to preserve
the architectural, cultural, and historic resources in University
Heights through research, education, and advocacy.
Ernestine Bonn, (619) 297-3166
uhcdc@netzero.net 4452 Park Blvd, Suite 104
San Diego, CA 92116
Hillcrest History Guild The spark behind the
Hillcrest History Guild began in 2002. While researching the
neighborhood it was difficult to find photos and stories from our rich
history, and we realized that as years pass these treasures would become
even more elusive. Please help the Hillcrest History Guild collect and
preserve our past for future generations. The Hillcrest History Guild
will provide a place of safekeeping as our neighborhood history grows.
3742 Seventh Avenue, Suite B
San Diego, CA 92103-4348
(619) 260-1929
http://www.hillcresthistory.orgLa Playa Heritage Our Mission is to preserve the charm of
the unique, historic neighborhood of La Playa. La Playa, established in
1849, is the second oldest subdivision after Old Town. There is a
trend throughout San Diego of subdividing established neighborhoods that
have already been built-out, and increasing density. We would like the
La Playa community to come together to have a say in new development
projects within our established neighborhood.
371 San Fernando Street
San Diego, California 92106
(619) 523-4350
http://laplayaheritage.comNormal Heights Cultural CouncilThe Normal Heights
Cultural Council (NHCC), formed in 2001, is a group of local volunteers
who seek to identify, increase awareness and enhance the cultural life
of the neighborhood for the benefit of residents and visitors alike. The
NHCC is creating programs that showcase the rich history, heritage and
culture of the neighborhood while looking toward the future.
http://www.normalheights.org/groups/nhccNorth Park Historical SocietyThe primary purpose of the
North Park Historical Society is to conduct research and educational
outreach in order to facilitate preservation of North Park's cultural
and architectural history.
Proposed North Park Dryden Historical District
Steve & Katherine Hon
info@northparkhistory.org http://www.northparkhistory.orgLa Jolla Historical SocietyThe La Jolla
(California) Historical Society is an active organization of more than
eight hundred members. We are dedicated to the discovery, collection and
preservation of La Jolla's historical artifacts, memorabilia and sites
and structures. We are committed to increasing the community's awareness
of its heritage by providing access to our collection and disseminating
information.
7846 Eads Ave.
P.O. Box 2085
La Jolla, CA 92038
(619) 459-5335
http://www.lajolla.org/hist_soc/index.htm Ocean Beach Historical SocietyThe purpose of the Ocean
Beach Historical Society is to research, collect, preserve, and make
available to the public all information, artifacts, art and memorabilia
related to the history of Ocean Beach.
Kathleen Blavatt
P.O. Box 7895, San Diego, CA 92167
http://obhistory.wordpress.com/ Poway Historical and Memorial SocietyThe mission of the Poway
Historical and Memorial Society is to bring together persons interested
in collecting and preserving artifacts and information of historical
value pertaining to Poway and its immediate environs. Through these
endeavors, we can share with our children the heritage of our community
--- from the pioneer days to the present.
Old Poway Park
14114 Midland Road
Mary Whitten
P. O. Box 19
Poway, CA 92074-0019
Telephone (858) 679-8587
http://powayhistoricalsociety.org/Pacific Beach Historical SocietyFounded in 1979, the
Pacific Beach Historical Society publishes a monthly newsletter and
meets quarterly in the Community Room of the Earl and Birdie
Taylor/Pacific Beach Library, 4275 Cass Street, San Diego, CA 92109.
PO Box 9444
San Diego, CA 92169
(858) 272-6655
http://www.johnfry.com/pages/PBHS.html San Diego Historical SocietyWe are an educational and
cultural institution dedicated to preserving and sharing our growing
historical collections and extensive archives with our members,
visitors, and the community.
We connect the past to the future so
all generations will understand and appreciate the richness of San
Diego's regional history.
http://sandiegohistory.org 1649 El Prado, Suite 3, San Diego, CA 92101
P. 619-232-6203 - F. 619-232-6297
Mailing address:
PO Box 81825
San Diego, CA 92138
(619) 232-6203
Save Our Heritage Organisationhttp://sohosandiego.org2476 San Diego Ave.
San Diego, CA 92110 - 2838
(619) 297-9327
