Encinitas Historical Society and 1883 Schoolhouse

Encinitas Historical Society and 1883 Schoolhouse Discover old photographs, books, exhibits, history and docents eager to share their passion for this unique City and its history.

The Encinitas Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and interpreting the City's rich past though its research, library, programs, exhibits and publications. Founded in the early 1980's, the Society was initially concerned with saving the Old Schoolhouse from going the way of so many other historic buildings at a time that the developer's wrecking ball seemed to re

ign supreme. With the arrival of English immigrants, Edward and Jane Hammond and their seven children in 1883, the town's population soared to twenty two. Encinitas still lacked a school at that time, but since the $600 bond had already been approved, Edward Hammond and his son Ted immediately set about building a schoolhouse large enough to accommodate eight grades and one teacher. As the town grew, and other schools opened up, the one-room building fell into disuse. By 1928 it had been relocated to Fourth and H Streets, where it served as a private residence for over half a century. But as the 1980's dawned and real estate prices began to boom, the crumbling schoolhouse was slated for demolition. Happily, after a sustained and passionate effort by the newly-formed Encinitas Historical Society, the Old Schoolhouse was successfully moved back to its original site where, hopefully, it will remain for many years to come: restored, preserved, and still the oldest building in town. Today the Society is overseen by a dedicated Board and staff of volunteers (numbering amongst them, the great granddaughter of the Schoolhouse's original builder) whose aim is to serve the community in honoring and preserving the Encinitas heritage.

***Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - May 16, 2026***The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walking ...
05/11/2026

***Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - May 16, 2026***

The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walking tours of downtown Encinitas on the 3rd Saturday of every month in 2026. Our tours start at 10am leaving from the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse located at 390 West “F” Street. There is plenty of free parking nearby! On May 16th, we will concentrate on the south end of historic Coast Highway, 2nd & 3rd Streets to “K. “ On June 20th, we’ll cover the north end of Coastal Encinitas from “F” to Encinitas Blvd. This alternating of the route ensures that we can cover the distance in a slower, leisurely, more personal fashion.

We have a nominal charge of $10.00 per person. Minor children and dogs are always free! We are an all volunteer organization with tax exempt status and we accept all forms of payment. You may contact the Historical Society at 760-942-9066 or [email protected] with any questions.

*** Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - April 18, 2026***The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walkin...
04/13/2026

*** Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - April 18, 2026***

The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walking tours of downtown Encinitas on the 3rd Saturday of every month in 2026. Our tours start at 10am leaving from the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse located at 390 West “F” Street. There is plenty of free parking nearby! On April 18th, we will concentrate on the north end of historic Coast Highway, 2nd & 3rd Streets to “K. “ On May 16th, we’ll cover the south end of Coastal Encinitas from “F” to Encinitas Blvd. This alternating of the route ensures that we can cover the distance in a slower, leisurely, more personal fashion.

We have a nominal charge of $10.00 per person. Minor children and dogs are always free! We are an all volunteer organization with tax exempt status and we accept all forms of payment. You may contact the Historical Society at 760-942-9066 or [email protected] with any questions.

**Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - March 21, 2026**The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walking t...
03/16/2026

**Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - March 21, 2026**

The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walking tours of downtown Encinitas on the 3rd Saturday of every month in 2026. Our tours start at 10am leaving from the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse located at 390 West “F” Street. There is plenty of free parking nearby! On March 21st, we will concentrate on the south end of historic Coast Highway, 2nd & 3rd Streets to “K. “ On April 18th, we’ll cover the north end of Coastal Encinitas from “F” to Encinitas Blvd. This alternating of the route ensures that we can cover the distance in a slower, leisurely, more personal fashion.

We have a nominal charge of $10.00 per person. Minor children and dogs are always free! We are an all volunteer organization with tax exempt status and we accept all forms of payment. You may contact the Historical Society at 760-942-9066 or [email protected] with any questions.

**Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - Feb. 21, 2026**The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walking to...
02/15/2026

**Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - Feb. 21, 2026**

The Encinitas Historical Society offers monthly walking tours of downtown Encinitas on the 3rd Saturday of every month in 2026. Our tours start at 10am leaving from the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse located at 390 West “F” Street. There is plenty of free parking nearby! On February 21st, we will concentrate on the north end of historic Coast Highway, 2nd & 3rd Streets to “K. “ On March 21st, we’ll cover the south end of Coastal Encinitas from “F” to Encinitas Blvd. This alternating of the route ensures that we can cover the distance in a slower, leisurely, more personal fashion.

We have implemented a suggested donation to the Encinitas Historical Society of $10.00 per person. We are an all volunteer organization with tax exempt status. We accept all forms of payment. Children and dogs are always free! You may contact the Historical Society at 760-942-9066 or [email protected] with any questions.

***Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - Jan. 17, 2026***The Encinitas Historical Society will again offer monthl...
01/10/2026

***Historical Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour - Jan. 17, 2026***

The Encinitas Historical Society will again offer monthly walking tours of downtown Encinitas on the 3rd Saturday of every month in 2026. Our tours start at 10am leaving from the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse located at 390 West “F” Street. There is plenty of free parking nearby! On January 17th, we will concentrate on the south end of historic Coast Highway, 2nd & 3rd Streets to “K. “ On February 21st, we’ll cover the north end of Coastal Encinitas from “F” to Encinitas Blvd. This alternating of the route ensures that we can cover the distance in a slower, leisurely, more personal fashion.

We have implemented a suggested donation to the Encinitas Historical Society of $10.00 per person. We are an all volunteer organization with tax exempt status. We accept all forms of payment. Children and dogs are always free! You may contact the Historical Society at 760-942-9066 or [email protected] with any questions.

Look who came back… 🐦 ✌️
12/28/2025

Look who came back… 🐦 ✌️

🎄Historic Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour – 12/20/2025 🎄Please join us for The Encinitas Historical Society’s last educa...
12/14/2025

🎄Historic Downtown Encinitas Walking Tour – 12/20/2025 🎄

Please join us for The Encinitas Historical Society’s last educational walking tour of 2025! Our historic downtown Encinitas walking tour begins at 10am, starting at the 1883 One-Room Schoolhouse, located at 390 West F Street. There is plenty of free parking available. On December 20th, we will concentrate on the north end of the historic Coast Highway. Next month we will cover the south end of the Coast Highway. This alternating of the route ensures that we can cover the distance in a slower, leisurely, and more personal fashion.

The Encinitas Historical Society has implemented a suggested donation of $10 per person. We are an all-volunteer organization with tax exempt status, and we accept cash, checks, or credit/debit cards. Children and dogs are always free! You may contact the Encinitas Historical Society at (760) 942-9066 or [email protected] with any questions.

https://youtu.be/kGoigIiZi_Q?feature=sharedCredit for the video and the original song goes to Kyle Thomas!
12/13/2025

https://youtu.be/kGoigIiZi_Q?feature=shared

Credit for the video and the original song goes to Kyle Thomas!

Credit creation of this video and original song to Kyle Thomas, fellow Encinitas Rotarian. Thank you, Kyle!

It seems that someone has made themselves at home on the top of our Encinitas Heritage Tree! 🎄
12/13/2025

It seems that someone has made themselves at home on the top of our Encinitas Heritage Tree! 🎄

12/05/2025

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Encinitas, CA
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