Guided Walking Tour of Early History of University Heights

The University Heights Historical Society will offer a guided walking tour of the area's early history on Saturday, March 8, at 11 a.m., starting in front of the Darling House at 1625 Adams Avenue.

Kristin Harms with the historical society will lead a 1-hour walk and discuss some of our community’s most significant historical landmarks. Founded in 1888, University Heights is one of San Diego’s oldest neighborhoods and home to the former Mission Cliff Gardens, Bentley’s Ostrich Farm, the San Diego Silk Mill, Adams Avenue Trolley Carbarn, and the San Diego Normal School, the forerunner to San Diego State University.

Free, Online Tour of Historic Normal School Site

Take our online, self-guided walking tour of the historic Normal School site, the predecessor to San Diego State University. This tour is optimized for your smartphone and highlights the 122-year history of the Normal School site, the eight historic buildings that still remain, and several potential heritage trees.