Installing our new Mila walls for new museum displays
We couldn't have done it without all the help, it was a big job. Much thanks to Josh Berger of MBA Design & Display Products Corp.
Help Shape Our Museum’s Future by Volunteering for one of four open roles!
Ready to step into local history? The Costa Mesa Historical Society is looking for community-minded volunteers to help preserve and share our city’s past. Whether you’re drawn to curating exhibits, archiving documents, or helping visitors feel welcome, one of our four open roles might be a perfect fit. Interested? Reach out to Mary Ellen Goddard, Estelle Hughes, or Rick Neisser to learn more or get involved. You can start by becoming a member of the Costa Mesa…
Lessons Learned from Vietnam Veterans – Heroes Hall
More from our Friends at Heroes Hall - LESSONS LEARNED FROM VIETNAM VETERANS PLEASE JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL PRESENTATION BY JUSTICE EILEEN MOORE, FORMER COMBAT NURSE IN VIETNAM.
BREAKING BARRIERS: BLACK MARINES REFLECT ON WAR, SERVICE AND SACRIFICE
From our friends at Heroes Hall...BREAKING BARRIERS: BLACK MARINES REFLECT ON WAR, SERVICE AND SACRIFICE, 3-1-2025
CMHS presents Alicia T. Rojas – Artist, Author, Activist
Join us on Sunday, March 9th at 2:00 pm in the Norma Hertzog Community Center located at 1845 Park Ave., Costa Mesa 92627. This free event is open to the public and promises to be an enlightening afternoon for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. You can enjoy her mural titled "Poderosas" in Costa Mesa. It is located on Baker St. between College Ave. and Killybrooke St. Please RSVP by calling 949-631-5018 and leave name number of people in your party and a contact number or use the QR Code
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2025 Calenders Available
Come on down to the museum and pick up the Historic Homes of Costa Mesa 2025 Calendar. Available now for a $10.00 donation. We are open Thursdays and Fridays 10:00 am - 3:00pm. 100% of the proceeds go to the Costa Mesa Historical Society courtesy of Renee Pina. This year marks the fourth year Renee has created the calendars featuring historic homes in Costa Mesa. We celebrate her efforts and appreciate her unwavering support of the Society.…
Paul Waggoner from the Coastal Corridor Alliance will unveil the remarkable story of the Randall Preserve, formerly Banning Ranch
Paul Waggoner from the Coastal Corridor Alliance will unveil the remarkable story of the Randall Preserve, formerly Banning Ranch
Historic Walking Tour
Historic Walking Tour with City Council Member Arlis Reynolds Saturday December 14, 2024 Meet at Costa Mesa Historical Society Museum 1870 Anahiem Ave. at 1:30pm Tour departs 2:00pm please RSVP by phone 949-631-5918
Historical Costa Mesa Bike Tour
Dear Costa Mesa community, Join us for a free bike ride through the city with Councilmember Reynolds on Saturday 28 at 2 PM. Please sign-up at the following link: Sign Up
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Angie Kardasian’s “The Power of One” on September 8, 2024
Dear Costa Mesa community, Join us for a talk by Angie Kardasian, author of the book “The Power of One” on September 8, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Norma Hertzog Center (1845 Park Avenue, 92627). Please sign-up at the following link: Signup Angie was a California-based restaurateur who moved to New York City after 9/11 to cook for firefighters at ground zero. You can read a story about Angie on the Orange County Register here. A…