The Gaslamp Quarter Historical Foundation (GQHF) is housed in the historic district’s oldest standing structure, the Davis-Horton House, built in 1850. As the steward of the Gaslamp Quarter’s architecture, culture, and history, GQHF operates the house as the Gaslamp Museum to share information about San Diego’s early history through exhibitions, tours of the house, and guided tours of the Gaslamp neighborhood.
Your first stop in the Gaslamp Quarter offering:
- Gaslamp Quarter Walking Tours, available Thursdays at 3:00 PM and Saturdays at 11:00 AM
- Ghosts of the Gaslamp Walking Tour, available on Fridays at 5:00 PM
- Tours of the historic Davis-Horton House, available Wednesday-Saturday from 10 am – 5 pm. (Pre-booked private tours on Tuesdays.)
- Gaslamp Gifts, featuring historically-inspired gifts and books, including many items made by local artisans.
- Our gallery space, showcasing rotating history and art exhibitions
- The only “Talking Statues” in the United States, Bum the Dog and Greyfriars Bobby!
- Private walking tours and education tours
- Specialty tours, seasonally and upon request
Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
Private Tours of the Davis-Horton House
We are open on Tuesdays for private, self-guided tours of the Davis-Horton House for you and your group! Visit our website here to reserve your time. A staff member will be available to answer your questions on your tour.
Historical Walking Tours
Join us on Thursdays at 3 PM and Saturdays at 11 AM for a tour of Gaslamp Quarter! Your guide will share with you the history and stories behind some of the districts most unique Victorian era buildings.
For more information and to reserve your spot please visit our website here or email us at info@gaslampfoundation.org.
Visit Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House
Address:
410 Island Avenue
San Diego, CA
92101
Phone:
(619) 233-4692
Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday from 10 AM -4:00pm
(Last ticket sales at 3:30)
Tuesdays - Pre-booked Private tours only
Closed Sunday and Monday
Website:
410 Island Avenue, San Diego, CA
