William Heath Davis Historic House Museum
410 Island Ave. San Diego, CA 92101

"Great stories", "Amazing house", "Lots of interesting information", "Good use of time & effort", are just a few of the many comments from satisfied guests who come to visit this modest, two story yellow house in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. The William Heath Davis Historic House Museum is the historical focal point of the Gaslamp Quarter. From this location, visitors can get information on Museum Tours, Walking Tours, self-guided maps, or even information on other museums, retail and restaurant establishments!

Self-Guided Museum Tours: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm and Sunday 9am-3pm
The William Heath Davis Historic House Museum is the district's oldest surviving structure, a saltbox style home shipped around Cape Horn and assembled in San Diego in 1850. The museum has been home to many fascinating people, including pre-civil war soldiers, a German Spy and Alonzo Horton, founder of San Diego. Each room represents a historic period of the home and is filled with fascinating and amusing stories about the former inhabitants. $5 per person or $4 for seniors.

Gaslamp Guided Walking Tour: Saturdays at 11am
In addition, the Foundation offers a Gaslamp Guided Walking Tour every Saturday at 11am. Led by a trained guide, the tour vividly recreates the late 1800's when the city near the waterfront fell into disrepair and the Stingaree district flourished. Learn about the marketing secrets of the naughty ladies of the Stingaree and discover the haunts of famous former resident, Wyatt Earp. The tour also highlights many of the best Victorian style commercial buildings constructed in San Diego during the years between the Civil War and World War I.$10.00 regular, $8.00 for seniors/students/military.

Private tours for groups of 6 or more can be arranged with prior notice. Discounts for groups of 20 or more. Contact Keiliki Rodriguez, Administrative Coordinator, (619) 233-4692, Fax (619)233-4148.

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