'America at 250: San Diego 1776-2026'
Sunday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM
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The San Diego History Center presents "America 250: San Diego 1776–2026," a major new exhibition in the heart of Balboa Park. Created as part of the nationwide commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, the exhibition explores San Diego’s history through 100 objects drawn from the History Center’s collections and exclusive private loans.
From Kumeyaay cultural materials and historic transportation artifacts to architectural models, artwork, clothing, and objects tied to social movements and the military, the exhibition traces the region’s evolution from a Spanish settlement to today’s vibrant binational community.
Developed in collaboration with history students from University of California San Diego and San Diego State University, the exhibition highlights fresh perspectives and original research that connect San Diego’s local stories to the broader American experience.
San Diego History Center
The San Diego History Center, located in the heart of Balboa Park, is the headquarters of the San Diego Historical Society. Here you will not only find a collection of intriguing exhibitions that chronicle San Diego’s diverse history, but also a Research Library. This is home to over 45 million pieces of paper and 2.5 million images that document the people, places and events of San Diego’s past. In addition to the exhibitions at the Museum of San Diego History, the museum also presents a number of public programs including lectures, workshops and educational programs. The Museum of San Diego History is FREE every second Tuesday of the month. See the full Free Tuesday schedule here. Admission $10 Adults $8 Seniors (65+), Students and Military (I.D. required) $6 Children ages 6-17 Free Children under 6 San Diego History Center members receive unlimited free admission.
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