Located on the North Side of Grape Day Park in Escondido, California
Phone: (760) 743-8207 Email: ehc@escondidohistory.org
HISTORY CENTER NEWS
Congratulations and thanks for 26 years of dedicated service go to
Executive Director Robin Fox, who has officially retired.
We are now searching for a qualified replacement.
Click here for a job description and other information.
Office & Research Center
The Office & Research Center is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Museum Complex
The Hoffman House remains closed for repairs, however, the Train Depot is open 1:00 - 4:00 on Thursdays and Saturdays.
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We're looking for great volunteers to welcome guests and provide information in the Train Depot, Pullman Car, and Victorian House! We provide training. Please click on the button for more info.
Bandy Blacksmith Guild
Blacksmithing and Wheelwright activity can be seen most Tuesdays and Saturdays in the Bandy Blacksmith and Wheelwright Shop. Classes are also offered on a regular basis. For more information, click here.
Current Exhibits
No charge for admission to museum buildings but donations are gratefully accepted.
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The Museum Office and Research Center features Cassou Family and Transportation exhibits and is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm​
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Closed for maintenance, the Victorian Country House furnished in the style of the turn of the 20th century.
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Railroad Depot Office and Waiting Room, with extensive displays of historical artifacts from Escondido history, are located in the Santa Fe Depot. Next to the station is the Pullman Train Car with H-O model train. Open Thursdays and Saturdays from 1:00-4:00 pm​
Coming Events
It's almost always a great day to visit Grape Day Park!
We thank our amazing volunteers who make it possible for us to carry out our mission.