What’s On

La Jolla Surf

The exhibition La Jolla Surf invites viewers into the world of surfing through iconic photography by Roy Porello, Jeff Divine, and Ron Church, original artwork by award winning designer John van Hamersvelt, and surf boards from the greatest shapers in the region. A central focus of the exhibition is original interview footage with local surfers created by Curator John Durant. Visitors will hear firsthand accounts of how the surfing community developed, how it has evolved over time, and the powerful connection to, and appreciation of the ocean and nature that surfing engenders.

Funding for this project is generously supported by Matt and Nancy Browar and Abby and Ray Weiss.

September 20, 2024 - January 19, 2025

Helen and Newton Harrison: California Work

As part of the Getty Foundation’s Pacific Standard Time: Art and Science Collide, La Jolla Historical Society presents Helen and Newton Harrison: California Work, a retrospective exhibition about the work of husband-and-wife team of Helen Mayer and Newton Harrison, who were among the earliest and most notable ecological artists. Read more.

February 8 - May 25, 2025


World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024

La Jolla Historical Society is proud that all of our 2024 exhibitions are recognized as Community Initiatives of the World Design Capital San Diego Tijuana 2024. Learn more about the year-long celebration of our binational region.