President's Message
Preservation definitely can feel like a roller coaster! Successes are exhilarating and losses a punch to the gut. When a threatened building is acquired by someone with the knowledge, ability, and means to do what's right, there's a huge sense of relief: "One more" has been saved—at least for the time being. Losses can be immensely...Read more
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You are invited to join our Preservation Partner Program
We at SOHO are true believers. We passionately believe in the power of historic places to move us, to excite us, and to provide that crucial sense of place that people crave in their lives. San Diego's story...Read more
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San Diego's Climate Change Plans
For years, SOHO has been actively working to expand the role that our organization, and the greater field of historic preservation, play in combating the changing climate. SOHO is encouraged to see the City of San Diego addressing the realities of climate change through two comprehensive documents: the Climate Action Plan and...Read more
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Let's Talk Sanborn Maps
Welcome to the helpful and fascinating world of Sanborn maps! Created originally for the fire insurance industry for risk assessment purposes (1867-1970), Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps (Sanborn Maps) contain a wealth of information on building features...Read more
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Older Buildings = Affordable Housing
Within San Diego and across the country, skyrocketing housing prices and the loss of naturally occurring, or subsidized, affordable housing plague our communities. One important solution is to reinvest in and preserve older buildings for housing. This would alleviate some of the pressure for three compelling reasons: existing buildings are inherently more affordable and sustainable, enable less costly...Read more
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Navy Project Would Demolish Consolidated Aircraft Historic District
The Navy's Old Town Campus Revitalization project at NAVWAR has the distinction of being the only newly added site to SOHO's 2021 Most Endangered List. This ill-advised, gargantuan project proposes to build a dense wall of high-rise buildings at 4301 Pacific Highway (known as OTC Site One) and the complete demolition of the Consolidated Aircraft Plant 2 Historic District. ...Read more
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Baja California's New Leaders Join AMLO's Preservation Push
Baja California elected a slew of new leaders in late 2021. Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmedo is the new governor; Alma Delia Ábrego Ceballos is now the secretary of...read more
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Fire Lookouts Spark Preservation Efforts
San Diego County is home to three fire lookouts, including two on Palomar Mountain. Nationally, about 300 storied lookouts remain, but many are abandoned. Abandonment, not to mention...read more
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City of San Diego Designations
During November, the last meeting of 2021, the City of San Diego HRB designated three new resources, including the Balboa Park Carousel. Thanks to Forever Balboa Park for seeking...read more
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2021 Countywide Historic Designations in Review |
In 2021, the number of historical resources designations in the City and County of San Diego totaled 49. As has been the case for a number of years, the majority of new landmarks are houses. ...read more
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SOHO's Terrace Talks return
With the new year comes the return of SOHO's popular Terrace Talks program. Beginning this spring, the 2022 series theme, Historic Preservation: Looking to the Future, will offer four sessions focusing on crucial and timely subjects in the field. Each session will...Read more
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People In Preservation Nominations Are Open
We're looking forward to 2022's round of awards to celebrate San Diego County's best historic preservation and cultural heritage projects! Nominations for SOHO's People In Preservation awards are now open, and we are...Read more
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Stagecoach Rides a Huge Hit |
Stagecoach Day at the Warner-Carrillo Ranch House Museum on November 14, 2021 was a great success, as it always is for this unique and highly anticipated annual event. It was an unseasonably warm day in Warner Springs, especially for the Belgian Draft...read more
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Robin Lakin, New Marston House Museum Site Manager
Many of you already know Robin Lakin, who has distinguished herself in multiple roles at SOHO over two decades. She began her journey with the organization in 2001, initially serving as head docent with the Whaley House Museum, while also playing an integral role in establishing the museum's...read more
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Hold your Private Event in the
Marston House Gardens
Seeking a secluded oasis for your next private event? Look no further than the Marston House Museum & Gardens! One of California's finest examples of the Arts and Crafts movement and San Diego's premier house museum, the Marston House is surrounded by five acres of manicured and colorful...read more
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Join SOHO's Facebook Page
You're likely to learn something new every time you land on SOHO's Facebook page, and we invite you to contribute your own reactions, comments, and insights. It's one way and a fun way to keep up on preservation and cultural heritage issues and debates, and to stay in touch with other preservationists, especially fellow members and friends. ...Read more
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Financial support is provided in part by the City of San Diego Commission for Arts and Culture. |
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