Encinitas is a world-renowned Southern California destination, celebrated for its vibrant culture, natural beauty, and rich history.
Highlights include surfing and swimming on Moonlight Beach, eclectic eateries and historic storefronts along Coast Highway 101, the San Diego Botanic Garden, and Self-Realization Fellowship Hermitage and Meditation Gardens. Art lovers explore the murals and galleries of the Encinitas Civic Arts Corridor, and history buffs explore the 1883 Schoolhouse, home to the Encinitas Historical Society.
Free guided downtown tours are offered by the Historical Society at 10:00 AM on the third Saturday of each month, excluding August. Contact us to arrange a private tour for individuals or groups of any size.
To explore at your own pace, install the Otocast app on your smartphone by clicking the green icon or Google Play link. Otocast guides you through Encinitas with GPS-triggered insights, photos, and audio commentary at each point of interest.
Donations
The Encinitas Historical Society relies on donations to carry out its mission.
Donate at your convenience:
a) Point your camera at the QR code to pay with credit card, Venmo, CashApp, Apple Pay, PayPal, etc.
b) Click this line to pay with credit card, Venmo, CashApp, Apple Pay, PayPal, etc.
c) Mail a check to 1883 Schoolhouse, Re: Donation, 390 West F Street, Encinitas, CA 92024 – please provide your email address and phone number.
d) Visit the Schoolhouse to donate by cash, check, credit card, Venmo, CashApp, Apple Pay, PayPal, etc. And enjoy looking over our branded and Encinitas-themed merchandise – at family prices!
You will receive a receipt for all forms of payment. Remember donations are tax deductible so keep your receipt.
Encinitas Historical Society & 1883 Schoolhouse 