The Coronado Historical Association features a Coronado History Research Center open by appointment only and changing exhibition galleries about the unique history of the community of Coronado. Topics range from the history of the Hotel del Coronado to the birthplace of military aviation on North Island. The history of this unique community-led a group of active citizens to establish the Coronado Historical Association in 1969. After over 30 years of collecting and preserving Coronado’s history, CHA moved to the historic Bank of Commerce building at 1100 Orange Avenue thanks to the generosity of Don and Leslie Budinger. In support of its mission, CHA’s special focus is on educational programs and outreach. In addition to a year-round schedule of public lectures and other thought-provoking programs for adults, such as a Preservation Symposium every spring. CHA advances learning and stewardship in all by serving as Coronado’s primary center for community history and works actively to foster a Coronado community that is increasingly vibrant, engaged, and resilient.
The Coronado Historical Association provides fun educational programs for kids of all ages and Historic Walking Tours:
Every Sunday at 11 am, Tuesday at 1 pm & Thursday at 1 pm
Location: Coronado Historical Association,
1100 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
Admission: Adults $20 | Children (12 & under) $5
Current & Upcoming Exhibitions
The Coronado Historical Association’s (CHA) current exhibit “Open Doors: Vietnam POWs Fifty Years of Freedom”.
The Coronado Historical Association presents the Open Doors: Vietnam POWs Fifty Years of Freedom Exhibit
Open with free admission through National POW/MIA Day on September 15, 2023. In honor of the 50th anniversary of the return of the Vietnam POWs, Open Doors: Vietnam POWs Fifty Years of Freedom takes a close look at thirty former Vietnam POWs from all branches of the military. Produced by photographer Jamie Howren and author Taylor Baldwin Kiland, this exhibit, sponsored by CACI International Inc and Discover Coronado, captures the subjects’ personalities with photographic portraits and interviews that add verbal color, context, and quotes.
The museum galleries are open Tuesday – Friday from 10 am to 4 pm and Saturday – Sunday 10 am – 3 pm.
Starting Memorial Day: New Hours 10-5 Tuesday-Sunday
Historic Walking Tours
One of the best ways to experience the history of Coronado is to go on a historic walking tour. We’re proud to host you on Coronado’s premier walking tour. Every tour purchase supports the Coronado Historical Association and its mission. Read more
Every Sunday at 11 am, Tuesday at 1 pm & Thursday at 1 pm
Location: Coronado Historical Association,
1100 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118
Admission: Adults $20 | Children (12 & under) $5
Upcoming Events
May 31 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Preservation Symposium: MAPPING MYSTERIES OF CORONADO
Hosted by: Coronado Historical Association
Jun 8 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Wine & Lecture: Vietnam Rescue: Honoring Medal of Honor Winner CDR Clyde E. Lassen, USN (Ret.)
Hosted by: Coronado Historical Association
Visit Coronado Historical Association
Address:
1100 Orange Avenue
Coronado, CA
92118
Phone:
(619) 435-7242
Hours:
Museum and Store
Tuesday - Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday - Sunday 10 am - 3 pm
*Starting Memorial Day: New Hours*
10-5 Tuesday-Sunday
Holiday Hours:
Closed for Thanksgiving & Black Friday
Shop Small Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Research Center
Tuesday - Thursday 11 am to 3 pm
by Appointment Only
Website:
1100 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA
