June 2021
San Diego 101: San Diego Between the Wars
During World War I, San Diego emerged from its “sleepy little town” status to start the process of becoming a military city. World War II brought people, technology, and industries that forever changed the city. But what was going on here between those conflicts?
Find out more »Curating the Black Lives Matter Movement
San Diego History Center will present a virtual discussion led by Dr. Damion Thomas, a curator at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. We are honored to present Dr. Thomas, who will provide insight into the route the Smithsonian is undertaking in regard to this history that is happening now.
Find out more »July 2021
Hillcrest: A Town to Call Home
Founded in 1907, learn how Hillcrest has changed, becoming a vibrant area with a rich past recognized with great pride.
Find out more »September 2021
San Diego 101: Legacies of the Past
This talk will address how the rapid expansion of both military and manufacturing jobs affected day to day life San Diego and whether the title “America’s Finest City” would have applied to the city during World War II.
Find out more »October 2021
The San Diego River: Living with our Unpredictable Resource
This talk will address how the rapid expansion of both military and manufacturing jobs affected day to day life San Diego and whether the title “America’s Finest City” would have applied to the city during World War II.
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