History Roundtable Lecture Series: "Fabulous Foothill-ers”

9001 Wakarusa Street,La Mesa CA 91942

20 October, 2022

Description

The La Mesa History Center provides historic context and insight into the centennial of Grossmont High and the art & architectural heritage of its surrounding neighborhoods in preparation of the November 5th La Mesa History Center Home Tour, featuring the work of legendary architects Cliff May, Henry Hayden Whiteley and Lloyd Ruocco. Come hear, learn and participate in a program featuring the heritage of Grossmont’s century-old High School “castle”, and its surrounding “foothill” communities architectural heritage reflected in this year’s tour, including the story of the long-gone La Mesa Knolls neighborhood that featured noted local architect Lloyd Ruocco’s seminal work. LMHC historian Jim Newland will master the ceremonies and present on the school and communities’ development and architectural heritage. Newland will then join Lloyd Ruocco historian Todd Pitman and San Diego art & architectural historian Dave Hampton for a Q&A on the art and architecture of the area. Audience members will also be able to query and speak with these scholars. Don’t miss this historic opportunity to hear, learn and experience more about Greater La Mesa’s unique design heritage. WHO: James Newland:  historian and author of "Around Mt. Helix" Todd Pitman:  landscape architect & Lloyd Ruocco historian Dave Hampton: post-war San Diego visual art & architecture historian PRICES:  Free for LMHS Members    $5 donation requested from Non-Members