Cultural History of Native Peoples Will Kick off 2012 Centennial Lecture Series

The first talk of the La Mesa Historical Society Centennial Roundtable Series will go back much further than 1912 and the city’s incorporation.

“The Cultural History of the Kumeyaay/Diegueño: A Continuing Heritage from Thousands of Years Through Today” will be a presentation led by Cheryl Hinton, museum director and chief curator the Barona Cultural Center & Museum.

“Mrs. Hinton’s engaging presentation will provide an overview of the history, ethnography and current activities of the Kumeyaay/Diegueño peoples to discover, preserve and continue their cultural legacy from prehistoric times through to today,” said James Newland, vice president of the La Mesa Historical Society.

Hinton also has a history in La Mesa.  She’s a native La Mesan who attended Grossmont High School and graduated from San Diego State University.

The presentation is at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, at the Grossmont Healthcare District auditorium at 9001 Wakarusa St. adjacent to Briercrest Park.  

The free presentation is open to the public.

“This initial centennial year lecture will provide a perfect foundation for the series’ goal of enlightening our community on the rich, diverse and long-standing
cultural heritage of La Mesa, and our region, during our centennial celebration year,” Newland said.

For more information, contact Newland at  619-204-0051.