Join & Give

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Become a Member

Become a member of the La Jolla Historical Society! Members enjoy numerous benefits while exploring history, art, culture, and ideas. Your membership also supports our mission to help serve as a vital community resource and gathering place that fuels dialogue and curiosity.

Take full advantage of all that is included with your membership package and immerse yourself in our varied, engaging programs.

Donate to LJHS

Your support sustains our work in historic preservation, education, and exhibitions, and strengthens our role as an important community resource and gathering place. As we continue to expand our programs and grow our audiences, your gift is more important than ever. If you have already donated, thank you very much for supporting our mission of making La Jolla’s diverse past a relevant part of contemporary life!

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Donate by Check

You can also make a donation by contacting us at 858.459.5335 or info@lajollahistory.org, or mail your contribution check to:

La Jolla Historical Society
PO Box 2085
La Jolla CA 92038-2085

For donations larger than $1,000 or through your IRA, please contact Executive Director Lauren Lockhart at 858.459.5335 ext. 2.

EIN: 95-6116290

Other Ways to Get Involved

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Corporate Membership

A Corporate Membership offers benefits designed to provide your company with community exposure and the opportunity to participate in LJHS’s programs and activities.

For more information on Corporate Membership Program, please call 858.459.5335 or email us.

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Estate Planning

Help ensure LJHS remains the cultural and historical centerpiece of the community for generations to come.

Contact Executive Director Lauren Lockhart to discuss including LJHS in your estate plan.

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Volunteer

The LJHS relies on the support of its community volunteers to realize special events, educational programs, and more.

Read more and register to volunteer today.

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Our Supporters

La Jolla Historical Society is immensely grateful for the institutional and individual support it receives annually. Learn more about our generous community.


Historic Property Stewards

These generous individuals contribute to the maintenance of our historic property and buildings.

Amy and David Jonson

Vanessa and Gavin Hennigh

Vonnie Mellon

Ross Clark

Frances Belliveau

Tom Hennessy

Barbara Baxter and Robert Hunter

Barbara Freeman and Linda Pinney

Laurie and Jan Hageman

Renee Gild

Rachel and Danny Green

Annie and Bud Ross

Susan Johnson